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Moody's Corporation
Full Time Atlanta, GA 271058 - 186900 USD ANNUAL Today
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Moody’s Analytics (MA) seeks a highly qualified Assistant General Counsel to handle legal escalations and manage members of the Americas legal team that support the Americas Sales Team. This position will be either a fully remote position or Moody’s offices in New York, NY. The Assistant General Counsel position, which reports into the MA Senior Assistant General Counsel, presents an opportunity to provide business-critical professional services in an important and growing segment of the company.
The Assistant General Counsel position may also handle drafting and negotiating commercial transactions such as license, subscription and services agreements with MA’s sophisticated customer base (including a diverse range of US and Canadian banks, brokers, insurers and large corporates and governments), as well as divisional responsibilities in partnering with product management in updating products templates, including new service level agreements. The successful candidate will also draft and negotiate JV and partnership agreements with complementary technology and service providers, and participate in due diligence and integration efforts for acquired businesses.

Responsibilities will include:
  • Conducting all aspects of contract drafting and lead negotiations concerning software and data licenses, SaaS product subscriptions and related service level agreements, maintenance agreements, RFPs, professional services agreements and alliance partner/subcontractor agreements, while providing support to the relevant regional MA sales and services organizations in a broad range of commercial transactions.
  • Supporting and carrying out MA’s business policies and practices, including preferred contract terms and compromise positions; gaining familiarity with and observing compliance policies such as anti-bribery, economic and trade sanctions and competition law policies; navigating privacy and information security issues relating to MA’s SaaS and cloud-based products; and observing MA’s revenue recognition policies in the preparation and conclusion of contracts. The successful candidate must also have the ability to explain these policies and procedures clearly to others.
  • As appropriate, working closely with outside counsel and with many of the company’s other in-house lawyers, sales operations and finance staff, as well as product, support and delivery teams in the lines of business.
  • Navigating customer bureaucracies and working to effectively close deals in a timely manner on acceptable terms to MA.
  • Answering questions and offering professional legal advice on a wide range of issues
  • Managing and streamlining internal processes. We value employees who exercise initiative and display creativity in solving challenges and accomplishing business objectives.
  • Law degree from top tier law school
  • Member of a state bar in good standing
  • 12+ years total legal experience, of which: (i) at least 3 years of which are in a law firm, IP licensing/tech transactions, corporate, securities, capital markets, financial services, M&A or other transactional based work; and (ii) the remaining years of experience are either with a law firm or with an in-house legal team, preferably with a technology, professional services or financial services company and with managerial responsibilities
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, and a strong team orientation; ability to communicate confidently with senior management on complex legal and contractual issues
  • Strong analytical and writing skills
  • Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills and a sound understanding of various types of software licensing and services transactions, subscription-based business models and familiarity with software revenue recognition principles
  • Experience in banking and financial services or a technology / software company is a strong plus, as are candidates who have a background dealing with government contracts.
  • Hard working, well organized, detail-oriented and process-driven candidates who have a demonstrated ability to manage a diverse workload under demanding deadline pressures
Preferred Qualifications
  • Strong managerial experience with a background in software licensing agreements and familiarity with local, state and federal government
MSS - Legal
Moody’s is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion, national origin, citizen status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Moody’s also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about a reasonable accommodation, or need assistance with completing the application process, please email [email protected]. This contact information is for accommodation requests only, and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

For San Francisco positions, qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

This position may be considered a promotional opportunity, pursuant to the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

Click here to view our full EEO policy statement. Click here for more information on your EEO rights under the law. Click here to view our Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination statement.
Moody’s is a developmental culture where we value candidates who are willing to grow. So, if you are excited about this opportunity but don’t meet every single requirement, please apply! You may be a perfect fit for this role or other open roles.

Moody's is a global integrated risk assessment firm that empowers organizations to make better decisions.

At Moody’s, we’re taking action. We’re hiring diverse talent and providing underrepresented groups with equitable opportunities in their careers. We’re educating, empowering and elevating our people, and creating a workplace where each person can be their true selves, reach their full potential and thrive on every level. Learn more about our DE&I initiatives, employee development programs and view our annual DE&I Report at moodys.com/diversity
For US-based roles only: the anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is $186,900 to $271,058, depending on factors such as experience, education, level, skills, and location. This range is based on a full-time position. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for incentive compensation. Moody’s also offers a competitive benefits package, including not but limited to medical, dental, vision, parental leave, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, life, disability, and accident insurance, a discounted employee stock purchase plan, and tuition reimbursement.

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About Moody's Corporation

CEO: Rob Fauber
Revenue: $1 to $5 billion (USD)
Size: 10000+ Employees
Type: Company - Public
Website: www.moodys.com
Year Founded: 1900

of counsel
Moody's Corporation

www.moodys.com
New York, NY
Rob Fauber
$1 to $5 billion (USD)
10000+ Employees
Company - Public
Research & Development
1900
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