Workday is seeking a highly motivated Legal Counsel for its Global Legal Services team, focusing on enhancing legal operations through innovative process improvements and technology integration. The ideal candidate should have significant experience in contract law, legal technology, and project management, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and adaptability
Job Summary
The role involves driving transformation in the legal department by establishing contracting standards and leveraging AI to improve efficiency.
Candidates will navigate the intersection of legal drafting, system architecture, and executive communication to simplify business operations at scale.
Workday offers a flexible work approach requiring at least half of the time spent in-office or in the field each quarter.
Matching Summary
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Workday is seeking a highly motivated Legal Counsel for its Global Legal Services team, focusing on enhancing legal operations through innovative process improvements and technology integration. The ideal candidate should have significant experience in contract law, legal technology, and project management, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and adaptability.
Salary
Base: $140,800 - $211,200 USD (Atlanta); Base: $133,800 - $237,600 USD (Other US locations); Bonus/Equity: Eligible for Workday Bonus Plan and annual refresh stock grants
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
J.D. Degree and state bar membership
5+ years practicing attorney experience
3+ years modern contract drafting
3+ years CLM concepts and technology
Enterprise-level agreement negotiation
Nice-to-have
Hands-on experience with Salesforce and Conga CLM
Proactive interest in AI solutions and model deployment
Experience working in agile environments
Ability to distill complex legal information for large audiences
Creative approach to balancing risk with business needs