General Counsel

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In short

We are seeking a legal professional with expertise in contract management and negotiation to support global purchasing activities in Armenia. This hybrid role involves reviewing, negotiating, and managing purchasing agreements, partnering with suppliers and stakeholders to mitigate risks and drive successful outcomes in a collaborative global environment.

Responsibilities

Review, draft, and negotiate purchasing agreements and transaction documents.
Respond to supplier contract requests and proposed terms.
Draft and negotiate contractual provisions balancing business objectives with legal requirements.
Serve as Contracts Lead for less complex international projects and framework agreements.
Identify and assess legal, commercial, financial, and contractual risks.
Guide business stakeholders through the contract approval process.
Partner with suppliers and internal stakeholders for efficient contract execution.
Provide contract-related guidance to Supply Chain and Project Management.
Research existing contractual arrangements and support analyses.
Utilize contract lifecycle management systems (Oracle CLM, DocuSign CLM).
Support the development and maintenance of contract templates and standard terms.
Conduct legal research and provide guidance on applicable laws and regulations.
Contribute to global Legal and Supply Chain initiatives.

Requirements

Law degree.
Current license to practice law, where applicable.
Minimum four years of experience in a contracts-related role.
Strong understanding of contract law and contractual principles.
Solid knowledge of commercial terms and provisions (warranties, penalties, payment terms, etc.).
Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to build effective working relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and external parties.

Desired Qualifications

Spanish and/or Portuguese language skills.
Completion of the IACCM Advanced Contract and Commercial Management Practitioner program.
Completion of the IACCM Oil & Gas Contracting in Practice program.
Experience working with contract lifecycle management platforms like Oracle CLM or DocuSign CLM.
Experience supporting international and multi-business-unit projects and framework agreements.
Experience drafting, reviewing, and maintaining contract templates and standard purchasing terms and conditions.

Benefits

Opportunity to contribute to international projects.
Support strategic supply chain initiatives.
Collaborative global environment.
Encouragement to apply even if not all requirements are met.
Emerson prioritizes a valued, respected, and empowered workplace.
Fosters an environment of innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives.
Commitment to ongoing career development and an inclusive culture.
Mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities.
Contribute to making the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable.
Award-winning employee development programs.

Skills

Contract ManagementNegotiationOracle CLMDocuSign CLMMicrosoft Office

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