Eaton Corporation
Senior Attorney, Commercial Contracts
Eaton Corporation, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601
Overview
Eaton’s Corporate Sector division is currently seeking a Senior Attorney, Commercial Contracts. The expected annual salary range for this role is $123,000-$182,000 a year and this position is eligible for a variable incentive program. This position can be based out of Arden NC, Beachwood OH, Davenport IA, Moon Township PA, Raleigh NC, or Waukesha WI with hybrid work available. Join Our Team: Making a Difference at Eaton Eaton is excited to welcome a seasoned Senior Attorney to our Commercial Contracts team, supporting customer-side contracts for our Electrical Sector, Americas business. This is a high-impact role for a strategic thinker and skilled negotiator who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys working across diverse teams—including operations, finance, and business leadership. If you\'re passionate about driving smart, practical solutions and influencing outcomes through expert contract guidance, this opportunity offers the chance to make a meaningful difference. You’ll report directly to the Senior Counsel, Commercial Contracts, and be part of a forward-thinking Law team that values innovation, partnership, and continuous growth. Our commitment: We’re not just about business; we’re about making a difference. Our team is dedicated to improving lives and safeguarding the environment through our products and services. Note: This description summarizes the role and does not constitute a contract. Salary information above is a general guideline based on candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Responsibilities
As a Senior Attorney, Commercial Contracts you will play a pivotal role in navigating diverse and rapidly evolving markets. You will lead contracting efforts by drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and advising on a wide range of agreements—including MPAs/MSAs, SOWs, NDAs, and joint development agreements—while securing advantageous terms and mitigating legal and commercial risks. You will collaborate with internal teams such as Sales, Operations, Credit, HR, Finance, Insurance, and specialized legal practice areas including Business Counsel, IP, and EHS. This role emphasizes high emotional intelligence and the ability to tailor guidance to various stakeholders. You’ll be part of a Legal team that values continuous learning, process and policy improvement, and courageous collaboration across the organization. Experience in dispute resolution is beneficial and offers insight into downstream effects of contract negotiations. Within the Contracts Organization, you’ll join an ambitious team dedicated to mastering both the art of negotiation and the technical expertise of contracting. What will make you successful?
The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to work independently under minimal supervision. They should possess strong interpersonal and leadership skills effective across all levels of the organization, with a track record of building organizational capability. They should bring experience negotiating commercial contracts efficiently while navigating various commercial and legal risk areas across multiple markets/industries. We value diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, and welcome fresh and innovative ideas. Qualifications
Basic Qualifications Juris Doctor (J.D.) required and licensed to practice in one of the 50 U.S. States. Minimum 7 years of experience as a licensed attorney. Minimum of 7 years negotiating commercial contracts. No relocation offered; candidates must be located within a 50 mile radius of Arden NC, Beachwood OH, Davenport IA, Moon Township PA, Raleigh NC or Waukesha WI to be considered. This position requires access to export-controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. person as defined by law. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Additional information We are committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based on job-related reasons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Eaton supports equal opportunity and considers qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history, consistent with local laws. Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities available on request at 1-800-836-6345. Benefits We provide Health and Welfare benefits, Retirement benefits, and various programs for paid and unpaid time away from work. Note: specific programs may depend on eligibility factors such as location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.
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Eaton’s Corporate Sector division is currently seeking a Senior Attorney, Commercial Contracts. The expected annual salary range for this role is $123,000-$182,000 a year and this position is eligible for a variable incentive program. This position can be based out of Arden NC, Beachwood OH, Davenport IA, Moon Township PA, Raleigh NC, or Waukesha WI with hybrid work available. Join Our Team: Making a Difference at Eaton Eaton is excited to welcome a seasoned Senior Attorney to our Commercial Contracts team, supporting customer-side contracts for our Electrical Sector, Americas business. This is a high-impact role for a strategic thinker and skilled negotiator who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys working across diverse teams—including operations, finance, and business leadership. If you\'re passionate about driving smart, practical solutions and influencing outcomes through expert contract guidance, this opportunity offers the chance to make a meaningful difference. You’ll report directly to the Senior Counsel, Commercial Contracts, and be part of a forward-thinking Law team that values innovation, partnership, and continuous growth. Our commitment: We’re not just about business; we’re about making a difference. Our team is dedicated to improving lives and safeguarding the environment through our products and services. Note: This description summarizes the role and does not constitute a contract. Salary information above is a general guideline based on candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Responsibilities
As a Senior Attorney, Commercial Contracts you will play a pivotal role in navigating diverse and rapidly evolving markets. You will lead contracting efforts by drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and advising on a wide range of agreements—including MPAs/MSAs, SOWs, NDAs, and joint development agreements—while securing advantageous terms and mitigating legal and commercial risks. You will collaborate with internal teams such as Sales, Operations, Credit, HR, Finance, Insurance, and specialized legal practice areas including Business Counsel, IP, and EHS. This role emphasizes high emotional intelligence and the ability to tailor guidance to various stakeholders. You’ll be part of a Legal team that values continuous learning, process and policy improvement, and courageous collaboration across the organization. Experience in dispute resolution is beneficial and offers insight into downstream effects of contract negotiations. Within the Contracts Organization, you’ll join an ambitious team dedicated to mastering both the art of negotiation and the technical expertise of contracting. What will make you successful?
The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to work independently under minimal supervision. They should possess strong interpersonal and leadership skills effective across all levels of the organization, with a track record of building organizational capability. They should bring experience negotiating commercial contracts efficiently while navigating various commercial and legal risk areas across multiple markets/industries. We value diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, and welcome fresh and innovative ideas. Qualifications
Basic Qualifications Juris Doctor (J.D.) required and licensed to practice in one of the 50 U.S. States. Minimum 7 years of experience as a licensed attorney. Minimum of 7 years negotiating commercial contracts. No relocation offered; candidates must be located within a 50 mile radius of Arden NC, Beachwood OH, Davenport IA, Moon Township PA, Raleigh NC or Waukesha WI to be considered. This position requires access to export-controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. person as defined by law. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Additional information We are committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based on job-related reasons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Eaton supports equal opportunity and considers qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history, consistent with local laws. Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities available on request at 1-800-836-6345. Benefits We provide Health and Welfare benefits, Retirement benefits, and various programs for paid and unpaid time away from work. Note: specific programs may depend on eligibility factors such as location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.
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