Capital One
Manager, Counsel Transactions & Business Counsel ESM (Hybrid)
Capital One, Baltimore, Maryland, United States
The Team
CAST (Corporate and Strategic Transactions) is a team within Capital One's Legal Department that is at the tip of the spear in executing on Capital One's transactional activity including mergers & acquisitions, strategic investments, complex procurement and outsourcing contracts, line of business transactions, card programs and corporate real estate. CAST advises our diversified businesses on a broad range of business matters in a constantly changing, stimulating, and collegial environment.
Based in McLean and Richmond VA CAST prides itself on providing its associates with an environment that fosters authenticity and a space for growth and development and fostering a culture where each associate is respected and their individual contributions are valued.
For this role we will consider candidates based in McLean VA, Richmond VA or Chicago IL.
The Role The Manager Counsel role will be primarily responsible for managing a variety of procurement contracts escalated to Legal from our Enterprise Supplier Management (ESM) team as well as providing advice and counsel to ESM.
Responsibilities
Managing (including drafting and negotiating) procurement transactions that support Technology Card Retail and Commercial Bank Auto Finance Payment Network Workplace Solutions Brand HR Global Finance and other lines of business and functional groups.
Identifying legal issues and risks in procurement and outsourcing contracts and working with a variety of legal stakeholders to draft appropriate terms and conditions.
Understanding and advising on internal guidelines and procedures.
Building and maintaining strong relationships with ESM and legal stakeholders.
Managing repeatable controlled processes for transactional work.
When necessary managing and coordinating outside counsel including management of the delivery of services and cost.
Creating reports discussing trends/metrics with senior leaders in Legal and ESM and creating and providing training on key issues and processes as needed.
Acting as a backup Legal representative as needed in procurement risk gate meetings exercising great judgment in determining whether a transaction is in scope for Legal engagement.
Delegating / managing assignments to team of backup attorneys as needed.
The Person The successful candidate will be a legal professional ability to operate effectively in a complex highly regulated and evolving environment. The candidate will have a demonstrated ability and willingness to work as a team player interacting with associates across departments and job levels; the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with minimal supervision; strong organizational skills with impeccable attention to detail; excellent analytical, verbal and written communication skills; and the ability to work cooperatively with internal constituents to create efficient processes and to get issues resolved across organizational boundaries. Exceptional drafting and negotiation skills and the ability to identify lead and manage a negotiation team as well as the ability to manage multiple transactions, take on new responsibilities, and handle novel issues is critical.
Basic Qualifications Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
Active member in good standing of at least one state bar.
At least 2 years of experience as an attorney in a law firm, government or an in‑house legal department or a combination with a focus on third‑party procurement vendor or outsourcing transactions.
Preferred Qualifications 3 years of combined experience as an attorney in a law firm or in‑house counsel legal department with a focus on third‑party procurement vendor or outsourcing transactions.
2 years of experience providing advice and counsel on complex procurement transactions.
2 years of experience in the financial services industry.
Experience Identifying Issues Related to Privacy The ability to manage multiple transactions or matters, take on new responsibilities, and handle novel issues.
Ability to work in a dynamic environment and flexibility to adapt to changing needs.
Ability and desire to learn new areas of law.
Ability and willingness to work as a team player.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong analytical and organizational skills.
Experience with Google Workspace At this time Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
Hybrid Work This role is hybrid meaning associates 3 days per week in‑person at one of our offices listed on this job posting. Fridays are enterprise‑wide virtual workdays. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday are options for in‑person days for associates to spend time together working in our beautifully‑designed team areas.
Salary
Chicago IL : $144,000 - $164,400
McLean VA : $158,400 - $180,800
Richmond VA : $144,000 - $164,400
Benefits Capital One offers a comprehensive competitive and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well‑being. Learn more at the Capital One Careers website.
EEO Statement No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE including disability / vet) committed to non‑discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug‑free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position and you require an accommodation please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-[placeholder] or via email at [placeholder]. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process please send an email to [placeholder]. Capital One does not provide endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third‑party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).
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Based in McLean and Richmond VA CAST prides itself on providing its associates with an environment that fosters authenticity and a space for growth and development and fostering a culture where each associate is respected and their individual contributions are valued.
For this role we will consider candidates based in McLean VA, Richmond VA or Chicago IL.
The Role The Manager Counsel role will be primarily responsible for managing a variety of procurement contracts escalated to Legal from our Enterprise Supplier Management (ESM) team as well as providing advice and counsel to ESM.
Responsibilities
Managing (including drafting and negotiating) procurement transactions that support Technology Card Retail and Commercial Bank Auto Finance Payment Network Workplace Solutions Brand HR Global Finance and other lines of business and functional groups.
Identifying legal issues and risks in procurement and outsourcing contracts and working with a variety of legal stakeholders to draft appropriate terms and conditions.
Understanding and advising on internal guidelines and procedures.
Building and maintaining strong relationships with ESM and legal stakeholders.
Managing repeatable controlled processes for transactional work.
When necessary managing and coordinating outside counsel including management of the delivery of services and cost.
Creating reports discussing trends/metrics with senior leaders in Legal and ESM and creating and providing training on key issues and processes as needed.
Acting as a backup Legal representative as needed in procurement risk gate meetings exercising great judgment in determining whether a transaction is in scope for Legal engagement.
Delegating / managing assignments to team of backup attorneys as needed.
The Person The successful candidate will be a legal professional ability to operate effectively in a complex highly regulated and evolving environment. The candidate will have a demonstrated ability and willingness to work as a team player interacting with associates across departments and job levels; the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with minimal supervision; strong organizational skills with impeccable attention to detail; excellent analytical, verbal and written communication skills; and the ability to work cooperatively with internal constituents to create efficient processes and to get issues resolved across organizational boundaries. Exceptional drafting and negotiation skills and the ability to identify lead and manage a negotiation team as well as the ability to manage multiple transactions, take on new responsibilities, and handle novel issues is critical.
Basic Qualifications Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
Active member in good standing of at least one state bar.
At least 2 years of experience as an attorney in a law firm, government or an in‑house legal department or a combination with a focus on third‑party procurement vendor or outsourcing transactions.
Preferred Qualifications 3 years of combined experience as an attorney in a law firm or in‑house counsel legal department with a focus on third‑party procurement vendor or outsourcing transactions.
2 years of experience providing advice and counsel on complex procurement transactions.
2 years of experience in the financial services industry.
Experience Identifying Issues Related to Privacy The ability to manage multiple transactions or matters, take on new responsibilities, and handle novel issues.
Ability to work in a dynamic environment and flexibility to adapt to changing needs.
Ability and desire to learn new areas of law.
Ability and willingness to work as a team player.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong analytical and organizational skills.
Experience with Google Workspace At this time Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
Hybrid Work This role is hybrid meaning associates 3 days per week in‑person at one of our offices listed on this job posting. Fridays are enterprise‑wide virtual workdays. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday are options for in‑person days for associates to spend time together working in our beautifully‑designed team areas.
Salary
Chicago IL : $144,000 - $164,400
McLean VA : $158,400 - $180,800
Richmond VA : $144,000 - $164,400
Benefits Capital One offers a comprehensive competitive and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well‑being. Learn more at the Capital One Careers website.
EEO Statement No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE including disability / vet) committed to non‑discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug‑free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position and you require an accommodation please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-[placeholder] or via email at [placeholder]. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process please send an email to [placeholder]. Capital One does not provide endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third‑party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).
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