Senior Corporate Counsel - Corporate

About the role

It's pretty exciting, to find yourself standing in a pivotal moment in time. It's even more exciting to be out front leading it. At QTS, our world-class data centers are supporting our customers most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us at the forefront of today's dynamic digital transformation. As AI and cloud drive the demand for increased speed, capacity and capability, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader, committed to connecting the world for good. Driven by purpose and fueled by a spirit of innovation, QTS designs, builds and operates some of the world's most advanced, forward-thinking data centers. QTS is a portfolio company of Blackstone. QTS is Powered by People . People who play a vital role in our company's culture, innovation and growth. People who are committed to contributing to the communities where we operate and work. People who are knowledgeable, resourceful and mission driven. Together, we do great things.

Responsibilities

• Research, analyze, and provide practical legal advice to business partners on complex matters supporting the Company's operations and strategic initiatives, and deliver day-to-day counsel to help identify and manage legal risk while driving timely, actionable solutions.
• Manage outside counsel, counterparties, and other third parties as needed.
• Provide legal support on employment-related matters, including hiring, separations, compensation and incentive programs, employment policies, and other employment-related requests.
• Provide legal review and guidance on marketing, advertising, and external communications, including third-party requests and public relations materials, to ensure alignment with legal, regulatory, and brand standards
• Periodically assist with diverse, high-demand legal projects outside normal areas of focus.
• Other duties as assigned.
• What You Will Need to be Successful:
• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school with strong academic credentials.
• 5+ years of experience practicing law, with a focus on general corporate matters, legal compliance, and risk management, plus demonstrated experience or interest in employment and dispute/litigation matters.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Hands-on, self-starter who is disciplined and detail-oriented, with the ability to work independently as well as in a team setting that requires a highly accurate and timely work product.
• Excellent listening, written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to learn ERP systems.
• Excels in a team-oriented work environment.
• Strong work ethic and accountability to deadlines.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and evolving business environment.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel, and Co-Pilot), Box, and DocuSign.
• Excellent analytical, time-management, judgment, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently.
• Must be able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Possess ambition and an optimistic attitude.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and demands.
• Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills.
• Able to take initiative with little direction.
• The Perks (and these are just a few!):
• QRest Sabbatical
• Employee Stock Purchase
• QTS scholarship for dependents
• Eagle Club award trip eligibility
• Paid volunteer days
• Tuition assistance, parental leave and military leave assistance

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