Assistant General Counsel, Corporate Contracts

Overview

Legal counsel handling corporate vendor contracts, negotiations, compliance, and lifecycle management.

Key Responsibilities

• contract management
• contract negotiation
• renewal management
• legal liaison
• risk identification
• procurement support

Tasks

-Manages the company contract management system throughout the contract lifecycle. Ensures that all contracts are approved internally prior to execution in accordance with CoreCivic contracting policy. -Collaborates with facility and FSC departments to address and manage potential vendor contract disputes as needed. -Maintains professional competency through continuing legal education and educational seminars, including those relative to company's industry and vendor contracts. -Serves as the primary legal department liaison and collaborates with facility and FSC staff for the procurement of equipment, goods and services. -Manages the contract renewal process, including renewal of licenses and support agreements. -Reviews and negotiates all vendor contracts for the procurement of equipment, goods and services companywide. Ensures compliance with company policy, procedures and within legal and regulatory standards. -Provides legal advice on statutory and other legal requirements to Facility Support Center and facility staff as needed regarding contract issues. -Identifies and communicates business risks related to vendor contracts. Assists with formulating resolutions to meet the mission critical needs of the company.

Requirements

• juris doctor
• microsoft office
• contract experience
• govt procurement
• analytical skills
• teamwork

What You Bring

-Three years of contract or other transactional experience is required. -Ability to work in a team environment at a fast pace, multitask and prioritize. -Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is required. -Knowledge of government procurements preferred. -Graduate from an accredited college or university with a Juris Doctor degree and authorization to practice law in Tennessee. -Strong analytical and negotiating skills as well as verbal and written communication skills are required. -Domestic U.S. travel may be required

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About Corecivic

-Began as a pioneer in the privatized correctional services industry. -Partners with federal, state, and local governments to manage facilities focused on rehabilitation, education, and reintegration. -Specializes in residential reentry programs, offering support for individuals transitioning back into society. -Provides facilities management and logistics services to government entities. -Maintains a strong presence in correctional, rehabilitation, and detention sectors with high standards of security and efficiency. -Manages residential facilities for individuals in immigration detention. -Focuses on improving outcomes for those in its care while meeting operational needs of government partners.

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