Legal Counsel (Procurement)

Job Summary

As Legal Counsel, you will report to the Associate General Counsel – Global Legal Procurement and assist others within the Vertiv Global Legal Department. You will provide practical and timely legal support to the Global Procurement and Supply Chain Management functions, focusing on contract drafting, review, and compliance matters under close guidance and mentorship.

Essential Functions

• Draft, review, and support negotiation of standard procurement and supply chain contracts, including:


• Master Service Agreements


• Purchase Orders


• Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)


• Supply Agreements


• Logistics Agreements


• Manufacturing Agreements


• Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) Agreements


• Advise on supplier risk management, including due diligence, contract terms to mitigate risk, and compliance with anti-bribery and corruption laws (e.g., FCPA).


• Conduct legal research and help prepare summaries on supplier risk, compliance, and regulatory issues.


• Support implementation of global procurement policies and contract management processes.


• Assist with reviewing and maintaining legal templates, playbooks, and contract records.


• Collaborate with internal business teams and external counsel to ensure timely and compliant contract execution.


• Partner with the procurement and supply chain teams to develop and implement legal compliance programs.


• Stay up-to-date on relevant laws and regulations impacting global procurement and supply chains.


• Manage outside counsel relationships for specialized legal matters.


• Proactively identify and address potential legal issues related to procurement activities.


• Provide clear and concise legal advice to business partners in a timely manner.

Skills and Experience

• Demonstrated strong broad-based experience in various areas of law.


• Demonstrated strong experience with commercial transactions, including drafting and negotiating transaction documentation.


• Good understanding of corporate and contract law principles.


• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively in a multicultural environment.

Reporting Relationships

The Legal Counsel reports to the Associate General Counsel – Global Legal Procurement.

Interactions

Interacts with management, and business associates across corporate and business functions and departments, including manufacturing and operations, procurement and supply chain, IT, engineering, and strategy and business development teams, as well as external legal service providers and other stakeholders as needed.

Position Eligibility Requirements

(Specify any required travel, licensing, or physical conditions as applicable.)

Minimum Qualifications

• Collaboration: Team player with versatility, positivity, and diplomacy.


• Client Service: Polite, responsive, professional, and helpful to clients.


• Communication: Exceptional written and oral communication; clear and logical advice.


• Planning: Prioritize tasks and plan work efficiently.


• Judgment: Discern relevant from irrelevant information.


• Independence: Self‑starter, results‑driven, and accountable.


• Maintain Confidentiality: Discipline to protect client information.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with strong academic record.


• Member (or eligibility) of a national/state bar.


• 1–3 years of experience in an in‑house or law firm environment with exposure to commercial transactions or procurement matters.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Accountabilities

• Deliver high-quality, timely legal advice and contract support.


• Maintain accurate contract records and documentation.


• Support continuous improvement and consistency in procurement legal processes.

About the Team

Work Authorization: Vertiv requires legal authorization to work in the United States. No sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas or who need sponsorship are not eligible.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.