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Counsel, Commercial Contracts
$130k-172k (estimate)
Full Time | Print & Book Publishing
1 Week Ago
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The New York Times is Hiring a Counsel, Commercial Contracts Near New York, NY
The mission of The New York Times is to seek the truth and help people understand the world. That means independent journalism is at the heart of all we do as a company. It’s why we have a world-renowned newsroom that sends journalists to report on the ground from nearly 160 countries. It’s why we focus deeply on how our readers will experience our journalism, from print to audio to a world-class digital and app destination. And it’s why our business strategy centers on making journalism so good that it’s worth paying for. Job DescriptionAbout the RoleThe New York Times Company has an opening for an attorney with at least six years’ experience, specializing in technology and other commercial transactions. You will be part of a commercial legal and business affairs team that provides support across the business/commercial side of the company and will report to a Senior Counsel on the team.
Responsibilities
The New York Times is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce, one that reflects the varied global community we serve. Our journalism and the products we build in the service of that journalism greatly benefit from a range of perspectives, which can only come from diversity of all types, across our ranks, at all levels of the organization. Achieving true diversity and inclusion is the right thing to do. It is also the smart thing for our business. So we strongly encourage women, veterans, people with disabilities, people of color and gender nonconforming candidates to apply.The New York Times Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. The New York Times Company will provide reasonable accommodations as required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws. Individuals seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process should email reasonable.accommodations@nytimes.com. Emails sent for unrelated issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response. The Company will further consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable "Fair Chance" laws.The New York Times Company follows the pay transparency and non-discrimination provisions outlined by the United States Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs. Click here for details.
Responsibilities
- Review, draft and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including:
- Complex technology transactions such as enterprise, IT, software/SaaS, open source software, artificial intelligence, technology platform arrangements, media and marketing services agreements, supporting all areas of the organization, including technology, data, advertising, marketing, product, human resources and finance
- Various vendor / supplier agreements across the organization, working closely with the procurement team
- Other commercial transactional needs, as they arise
- Identify and analyze legal issues, help to determine business terms and structure transactions, and provide advice to colleagues that balances business objectives and legal risk
- Advise broad spectrum of internal teams on implementation of contractual obligations, including use of product features and complex new technologies and platforms, in collaboration with legal colleagues and subject matter experts
- Provide general commercial and compliance advice and training, remain current on legal decisions, statutory changes and industry developments, and advise clients accordingly
- Ability to contribute to discussions of general business issues; to work well with a wide range of clients; and to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to balance competing time sensitive demands
- Enthusiasm to learn new areas of practice as new needs arises
- Undergraduate and J.D. degrees from recognized institutions and a member of the New York Bar
- At least six years’ relevant work experience that includes the handling of a broad range of commercial and technology transactions
- Prior experience working as in-house counsel
- Prior experience reviewing, drafting and negotiating technology transactions, including software licensing, SaaS platform agreements, across a variety of industries
- Experience managing cross-functional input needed for contracts
- Ability to interpret complex legal and regulatory material and communicate their implications in clear and simple language, both written and oral, appropriate to the audience
- Motivated to find workable solutions to support business goals
- Working knowledge of domestic and international privacy laws
The New York Times is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce, one that reflects the varied global community we serve. Our journalism and the products we build in the service of that journalism greatly benefit from a range of perspectives, which can only come from diversity of all types, across our ranks, at all levels of the organization. Achieving true diversity and inclusion is the right thing to do. It is also the smart thing for our business. So we strongly encourage women, veterans, people with disabilities, people of color and gender nonconforming candidates to apply.The New York Times Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. The New York Times Company will provide reasonable accommodations as required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws. Individuals seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process should email reasonable.accommodations@nytimes.com. Emails sent for unrelated issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response. The Company will further consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable "Fair Chance" laws.The New York Times Company follows the pay transparency and non-discrimination provisions outlined by the United States Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs. Click here for details.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
INDUSTRY
Print & Book Publishing
SALARY
$130k-172k (estimate)
POST DATE
06/19/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
06/27/2024
WEBSITE
nytco.com
HEADQUARTERS
MANHATTAN, NY
SIZE
3,000 - 7,500
FOUNDED
1887
CEO
KOPIT LEVIEN
REVENUE
$1B - $3B
INDUSTRY
Print & Book Publishing
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