Legal Counsel, Global Legal Services

Workday

Atlanta, Georgia, USA
Base: $140,800 - $211,200 usd (atlanta); base: $13...
Hybrid (50% in-office and 50% remote quarterly)
J.d. degree and state bar membership
5+ years practicing attorney experience
3+ years modern contract drafting
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

Match Score: 85

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

Key Requirements

  • J.D. Degree required
  • Membership in at least one state bar
  • 5+ years as practicing attorney
  • 3+ years in modern contract drafting
  • 3+ years with CLM technology

Work Rights

Not specified

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