CNH Industrial N.V.

Strategic Contracts Counsel

CNH Industrial N.V.$154K — $235K *
Legal & Accounting
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • J.D. and state bar membership required.
  • 8+ years of relevant experience, preferably in corporate law or in-house counsel roles.
  • Strong executive presence and communication skills essential.
  • Experience in managing and mentoring others is preferred.
  • Ability to guide teams through complex issues is important.
  • Proven track record of providing timely, practical business solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Negotiate and draft technology-focused supply and R&D agreements.
  • Support M&A/VC transactions including due diligence and contract management.
  • Collaborate with teams on intellectual property and data privacy issues.
  • Advise executive team on commercial contract topics.
  • Develop negotiation strategies with suppliers and partners.
  • Oversee procurement and supply chain legal matters and train business clients.
  • Manage outside counsel and associated budgets.

Benefits

  • Flexible work arrangements.
  • Savings and retirement benefits.
  • Tuition reimbursement for career development.
  • Parental and adoption leave support.
  • Fertility and family building assistance.
  • Employee assistance programs for well-being.
  • Charitable contribution matching and Volunteer Time Off.
Full Job Description
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Job Location: Oak Brook - Illinois - United States

Category for Job Posting: Legal and Compliance

Job Type for Job Posting: Full Time

Working Mode for Job Posting: Hybrid

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Job Purpose

Reporting directly to the Vice President & General Counsel for North America, this position provides counsel to internal clients, specifically Procurement and Corporate Development, along with CNH's Technology, Innovation, Vehicle & Implements, Precision Technology, User Experience and Powertrain units which report to CNH's Chief Technology Officer.

Key Responsibilities

  • Negotiate and draft supply, sales and R&D agreements with a technology, innovation and precision farming focus (such as connectivity and precision guidance technologies, digital applications, display components, automated and autonomous technologies).
  • Provide M&A/VC transaction support including due diligence, contract review, contract negotiation and drafting, and post-closing integration activities.
  • Work closely with the intellectual property and data privacy teams to ensure coherent execution of overall technology, innovation and precision farming strategies and support negotiation of R&D and licensing agreements.
  • Maintain expert knowledge and awareness of legislation, regulations and caselaw with respect to technology and commercial contract issues to reduce business risk and ensure legal compliance.
  • Provide practical, business focused advice to the executive team with respect to technology and commercial contract issues.
  • Partner with business and legal teams to determine strategy on negotiations with suppliers and other partners.
  • Manage in-house counsel focused on procurement and supply chain and oversee CNH's legal review and negotiation of supply, service and OEM wholesale agreements, as well as trainings for business clients on technology and commercial contract issues.
  • Manage outside counsel, fees and case budgets for situations requiring external support.


Experience Required

  • J.D. and a current membership with the appropriate state bar.
  • 8+ years related experience at a large corporate law firm, or in-house with relevant contracting and counseling experience.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Demonstrated judgment guiding business teams through challenging issues.
  • Experience providing guidance and advice to internal clients.
  • Strong executive presence, paired with excellent written and verbal communication.
  • Experience in people management and/or mentoring.
  • Ability to provide timely, practical solutions for business clients.
  • Ability to work independently, exercise practical business judgment and meet concurrent deadlines.
  • Willingness to respond to clients and counsel beyond regular business hours when needed.

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Pay Transparency

The annual salary for this role is USD $154,000.00 - $235,000.00 plus any applicable bonus (Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as skill, experience and qualification for the role.)

For roles open across multiple locations, the salary range indicated refers to the primary location. If a different location is considered, the applicable salary range will be communicated to candidates prior to the first interview.

What We Offer

We offer dynamic career opportunities across an international landscape. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to delivering value for all our employees and fostering a culture of respect.

At CNH, we understand that the best solutions come from the diverse experiences and skills of our people. Here, you will be empowered to grow your career, to follow your passion, and help build a better future. To support our employees, we offer regional comprehensive benefits, including:
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Savings & Retirement benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Adoption assistance
  • Fertility & Family building support
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Charitable contribution matching and Volunteer Time Off

About CNH Industrial N.V.

CNH Industrial N.V. is a global manufacturer of agricultural and construction equipment, commercial vehicles, and powertrains. The company was formed in 2013 through the merger of Fiat Industrial S.p.A. and CNH Global N.V. CNH Industrial has a presence in over 180 countries and employs over 63,000 people worldwide. The company's brands include Case IH, New Holland Agriculture, Case Construction Equipment, New Holland Construction, Iveco, and FPT Industrial.
Learn more about CNH Industrial N.V.
Size
63,000 employees
Market Cap
$21.9 billion
Industry
Founded
2013
5 Year Trend
+5.9%

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