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For this U.S. based position, the expected compensation range is $142,400 - $213,600 per year, which includes base pay and short-term incentive.

The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our salary ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the salary range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Schneider Electric also offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees, inclusive of medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks (credits to apply towards your benefits) flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, 401(k) + match, well-being and recognition (including service anniversary) programs, 12 holidays per year, 15 days of paid time off per year (pro-rated in the first year of employment based on start date), opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility depends on start date), and military leave benefits.

You must submit an online application to be considered for the position. The Company will accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

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Schneider Electric has a hybrid (2-3 days per week onsite) Senior Legal Counsel opportunity for candidates with at least five years of commercial contracting experience, based in one of the following hub locations : Boston, MA; Nashville, TN; Raleigh, NC; or Chicago, IL.

In this role, you will act as a strategic partner to various business units, providing legal oversight and leading the negotiation of complex equipment, software, and service agreements.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Contract Leadership : Lead the drafting, analysis, and negotiation of complex sales, software, and service agreements of varying scope and complexity.
• Strategic Partnership : Serve as a dedicated business counsel, providing actionable legal advice to internal stakeholders to support product offerings and customer projects.
• Conflict Resolution : Provide proactive "pre-dispute" guidance to mitigate risk and resolve customer conflicts early in the process.
• Operational Excellence : Drive thought leadership by developing best-in-class contracting templates, clause libraries, and negotiation playbooks.
• Compliance & Risk : Ensure business activities, policies, and transactions align with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Training : Develop and deliver legal training programs to internal business clients to enhance their commercial fluency.

We know skills and competencies show up in many different ways. If you do not necessarily meet every requirement listed below, we still encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Education & Licensure : A J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school and active Bar admission in at least one state.
• Proven Experience : 5+ years directly handling, drafting, and negotiating complex commercial equipment and service agreements.
• In-house experience
• Experience in government contracting or regulatory engagement is a significant advantage.
• Strategic Communication : The ability to translate intricate legal concepts into clear, actionable guidance for global teams.
• Execution & Tenacity : A proactive, "solution-oriented" negotiator with a high-energy approach and meticulous attention to detail.
• Business Mindset : A strong commitment to serving as an engaged, collaborative partner to the business.
• Growth Mindset : An intellectually curious "lifelong learner" who stays current on legal, technology, and business trends.
• Tech-Savviness : Comfortable leveraging legal technology and supporting new projects that incorporate tech-driven solutions.
• Project Management : Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously.

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