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Assistant General Counsel

RR Donnelley


Job Location:

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 28 October 2026 (13 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 25 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

R. R. Donnelley & Sons Company (RRD) seeks an experienced contracts attorney to join our team as Assistant General Counsel. The successful candidate will lead complex client contract negotiations and provide strategic legal advice to RRD management. This role requires a highly organized collaborative practitioner capable of partnering effectively with cross-functional internal teams and external clients.

 

Key Responsibilities & Legal Capabilities

  • Structure draft negotiate and analyze complex client and vendor agreements.
  • Draft and negotiate commercial technology agreements including intellectual property licenses software licensing/support SaaS cloud computing artificial intelligence (AI) implementations development outsourcing and consulting agreements.
  • Advise on data privacy information security technology controls emerging technologies (including AI) and related regulatory compliance matters.
  • Support RRDs healthcare clients by leveraging knowledge of CMS regulations and industry standards.

 

Business & Leadership Competencies

  • Utilize a solution-oriented approach to advance business strategy and performance staying adaptable to evolving technological and regulatory landscapes.
  • Operate with minimal supervision building trust with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to drive corporate objectives.
  • Exhibit an open-minded collaborative leadership style within a globally diverse team.
  • Embrace opportunities for continuous professional development expanding your legal and business acumen while navigating pathways for career growth.

 

 

 


Qualifications :

  • Strong academic credentials including a Juris Doctor (JD) and membership in good standing in at least one state bar.
  • Minimum 5 years of legal experience in a law firm or corporate environment with a strong focus on drafting/negotiating complex commercial agreements.
  • A highly motivated attorney with a hands-on proactive approach to problem-solving.
  • Strategic approach to risk assessment and mitigation developing innovative approaches to legal issues that support business objectives.
  • Exceptional written verbal and drafting skills with the ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly to the executive team and external parties.
  • Uncompromising integrity and discretion with highly confidential information.
  • Ability to read interpret and understand documents such as laws business documents system documents company policies and procedures.
  • Strong negotiation and analytical skills (i.e. logical thinking problem-solving and decision-making).
  • An ability to work in a team environment and with peers and management on all levels of the organization.
  • Proven ability to effectively and efficiently manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Windows Word Excel and Access.

 


Additional Information :

RRDs current salary range for this role is $129500 to $207200 / year. The salary range may be adjusted based on the applicable geographic location of the hired employee and the range may change in the future. At RRD it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions may vary based upon but not limited to education skills experience proficiency performance shift and location. Depending on the role in addition to base salary the total compensation package may also include participation in a bonus commission or incentive program. RRDs benefit offerings include medical dental and vision coverage paid time off disability insurance 401(k) with company match life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages plus parental leave adoption assistance tuition assistance and employer/partner discounts.

 

RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veterans

At RRD we value innovation authenticity and integrity. To uphold the security and fairness of our hiring process we ask that candidates refrain from using AI tools during interviews to ensure an authentic and secure experience. We appreciate your cooperation as we work to maintain a transparent and equitable hiring process.

All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of both a pre-employment background and drug screen.


Remote Work :

Yes


Employment Type :

Full-time


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