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Publicis Re:Sources Legal Team Position

Publicis Re:Sources is looking for an innovative and talented lawyer to join its legal team in Chicago. The ideal candidate will provide sound legal advice and counsel to internal agencies and business units within Publicis Groupe who are focused on digital business transformation, ecommerce, adtech, media and data.

Responsibilities:

• Contract drafting and negotiations with external clients, vendors and partners
• Acting as the main touchpoint for certain agency teams
• Advising and guiding business teams on day-to-day operational issues
• Negotiating, reviewing, and drafting a variety of agreements
• Researching and providing concise advice on a wide variety of matters related to technology, media and data
• Working closely with attorneys, finance, operations, security, risk, privacy experts, business development, and account teams on a variety of matters
• Providing legal and best practices training to management and account teams
• Making proactive contributions that maximize departmental efficiencies and simplify processes
• Maintaining awareness and understanding of the latest developments in the law and industry standards as they relate to digital media, and advertising technology
• Providing support to senior members of the legal team

Competencies:

• Exhibit leadership and confidence while also participating effectively and constructively as a member of a team
• Ability to exercise sound judgement and to work independently and efficiently under time constraints and deadlines in a fast-paced, demanding environment
• High level of business acumen with impressive organizational skills
• Ability to collaborate well with a diverse team of stakeholders
• Ability to provide training on legal compliance and best practices
• Ability to think critically and solve problems creatively
• Ability to write and communicate clearly and effectively, including being precise and concise
• Ability to manage large volume of competing priorities strategically and practically, without sacrificing attention to detail
• Ability to manage clients (both internal and external) with a customer service-oriented approach
• Ability to demonstrate leadership skills and a positive approach

Qualifications:

• JD from accredited law school
• Current membership in good standing of a state bar, preferably of Illinois or New York
• A minimum of 2-3 years' experience as a transactional attorney at a national or recognized regional law firm or, preferably, as an in-house attorney in a related field
• Experience independently negotiating, interpreting and drafting commercial agreements
• Subject matter expertise in technology, media, data, advertising, and/or privacy is a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Use of computer, speaking on telephone
• Writing Daily carrying laptop and occasional lifting of file boxes
• Ability to travel

• Work Conditions:

  • Preference for candidates located in or near Chicago, Illinois
  • Hybrid of both in-office and remote (home internet access) work
  • Some limited travel may be required
  • Evening or weekend work (home internet access) as needed

  Additional Information:

  All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.