Senior Paralegal/Contract Negotiator for Sustainable1 and Environmental Solutions
Senior Paralegal/Contract Negotiator for Sustainable1 and Environmental Solutions
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About the Role:
Grade Level (for internal use):
09The Team:
In this role you will support the Head of Commodity Insights (CI) Legal Exchange Market Relationships & Innovation in the Energy Transition Sustainability & Services business line of S&P Global Commodity Insights (a division of S&P Global Inc.) in supporting the Sustainable1 (S1) and Environmental Solutions teams in advising the organization on licensing legal regulatory and related matters including contract operations development of best practices and governance and project management. You will be a key partner to the Sustainable1 and Environmental Solutions businesses as well as to divisional legal risk compliance commercial product and business colleagues (including senior management) in addressing ESG and Environmental Registry related matters. We value partnership and it is crucial that you are a great teammate with a global mindset in order to be successful within our organization.
Responsibilities and Impact:
- Focused support on legal operations requirements and BAU commercial licensing needs including:
- Negotiating and drafting standard agreements such as confidentiality agreements simple licenses and amendments.
- Assisting with responding to RFPs
- Drafting legal correspondence and documentation related to vendor and customer agreements.
- Developing playbooks and FAQs to support business product and commercial licensing activities.
- Developing and training on internal procedures and systems.
- Liaising with internal and external clients during contract negotiations; ensuring alignment of sales and business personnel with internal policies and procedures.
- Assist senior attorney in developing and training on policies and procedures related to licensing anti-trust marketing privacy and other regulatory matters.
- Review proofread and finalize contracts ensuring executable versions are ready and error-free.
- Work with management to create efficiencies in the contracting process.
- Participate in and/or lead strategic partnership projects due diligence activities related to acquisitions and divestitures.
Compensation/Benefits Information: (This section is only applicable to US candidates)
S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $70000 to $109000. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individuals geographic location as well as experience level skill set training licenses and certifications.
In addition to base compensation this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan.
This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees please click here.
What Were Looking For:
Basic Required Qualifications:
- Excellent EQ and interpersonal skills; people-oriented collegial and confident during frequent client-facing interactions (via e-mail phone and in-person).
- 4 years of paralegal or closely related experience in business/legal affairs preferably in-house.
- Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines managing expectations of clients and salespeople.
- Strong verbal/written communication and business writing abilities.
- Motivated self-starter with the ability to learn quickly.
- Manage multiple and competing priorities effectively.
- Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
- Adaptable to changing priorities.
Additional Preferred Qualifications:
- Skilled use of Salesforce and contracts tool within the platform.
- Working experience in ESG and the financial services industry coordinating with sales and product management departments.
- Advanced knowledge and experience with Microsoft applications including Word Excel Adobe Outlook and PowerPoint.
- Project management experience including supporting mergers acquisitions and divestitures.
- Prior experience with privacy or other regulatory matters.
Right to Work Requirements (relevant to US candidates):
This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States.
About Sustainable 1
S&P Globals centralized source for sustainability intelligence Sustainable1 offers comprehensive coverage of global markets combined with sustainability products insights and solutions from across our divisions to help customers assess risks uncover opportunities and inform long-term sustainable growth. Companies governments and institutions worldwide look to us for in-depth data and well-informed points of view on critical topics like energy transition climate resilience positive impact and sustainable finance. The breadth and depth of our knowledge and experience go deep on the details that define the big picture so customers can act with conviction.
For more information visit In It For You
Our Purpose:
Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information imagination people technologythe right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.
Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.
Our People:
Were more than 35000 strong worldwideso were able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.
From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. Were committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new sustainable ways of doing business. Were constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.
Our Values:
Integrity Discovery Partnership
At S&P Global we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history the worlds leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do bring a spirit of discovery to our work and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
Benefits:
We take care of you so you cantake care of business. We care about our people. Thats why we provide everything youand your careerneed to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include:
Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay retirement planning a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution and financial wellness programs.
Family Friendly Perks: Its not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones too with some best-in class benefits for families.
Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awardssmall perks can make a big difference.
For more information on benefits by country visit: Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:
At S&P Global we are committed to fostering a connected andengaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills experience and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness transparency and merit ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration we drive innovation and power global markets.
S&P Global has a Securities Disclosure and Trading Policy (the Policy) that seeks to mitigate conflicts of interest by monitoring and placing restrictions on personal securities holding and trading. The Policy is designed to promote compliance with global some Divisions pursuant to the Policys requirements candidates at S&P Global may be asked to disclose securities holdings. Some roles may include a trading prohibition and remediation of positions when there is an effective or potential conflict of interest. Employment at S&P Global is contingent upon compliance with the Policy.
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Equal Opportunity Employer
S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability marital status military veteran status unemployment status or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.
If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability please send an email to:and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
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