EY
Assistant General Counsel, Technology and Managed Services - Senior Manager
EY, Buffalo, New York, United States, 14266
Assistant General Counsel, Technology and Managed Services – Senior Manager
EY Location: Anywhere in Country EY invites experienced legal counsel to lead technology and managed services agreements, providing trusted advice to EY clients and the EY community. Key Responsibilities
Draft, update, and negotiate client‑facing Technology & Managed Services Agreements, advising on contractual strategy and risks. Advising on legal risks associated with the technology underpinning managed services agreements. Collaborating closely with US GCO members and local counsel at other EY member firms. Coordinating legal resources on managed services projects and supporting cross‑functional business teams (Data Privacy, Talent, Information Security, and Tax). Ensuring accuracy and sufficiency of contractual documentation to protect EY interests. Understanding existing EY policies and developing/enhancing policies and guidance relevant to managed services and other technology services and products. Managing workflow in a highly dynamic environment and maintaining responsiveness, reliability, communication, and accountability to team leadership and other GCO members. Building relationships and teaming seamlessly with GCO and Legal Practice Groups to deliver exceptional service to GCO clients. Developing and delivering training on Technology & Managed Services Agreements and sharing best practices across the legal network and business where requested. To qualify, candidates must have:
8+ years of complex services and technology‑related transactional experience, including drafting and leading negotiations of Technology & Managed Services Agreements. Experience negotiating across client internal counsel, outside law firms, and procurement. Experience developing contracting templates, playbooks, and standards. Experience in data privacy, intellectual property law, and technology use in the context of Technology & Managed Services Agreements. Experience with cross‑border contracting (including employee matters, auto‑transfer laws, local country agreements, and cross‑border data transfer). Ability to understand, assess, and negotiate terms for current and new technologies (cloud and AI) and explain related legal and business risks. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills. High degree of cultural and emotional intelligence, resilience, flexibility, and adaptability. Ability to work independently and team effectively with colleagues in other functions and geographic locations. Ability to grasp, understand, and accurately articulate complex legal and contractual principles, balancing risk from both legal and commercial perspectives. Highly responsive with ability to manage high workload volumes and competing priorities efficiently. Solution oriented with focus on exceptional client service. Experience in a managed services counsel role in a technology or consulting organization with leading negotiations experience. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited 4‑year college. Juris Doctor from an accredited law school. Membership in a State Bar as an attorney qualified to practice law. Good standing with the applicable State Bar, including being current on individual state Continuing Legal Education requirements. Benefits & Total Rewards
Competitive compensation package based on performance and recognized value. Base salary range for this role in the US: $210,900 – $406,000 (geographic variations provided). Medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Flexible vacation policy to decide how much vacation time you need based on personal circumstances. Earned time off for EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence. Continual learning and development opportunities to navigate future challenges. Diverse and inclusive culture that embraces who you are and empowers you to use your voice to help others find theirs. EY is committed to equal employment opportunities and diversity, belonging, and inclusion. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, age, religious or philosophical belief, or any other protected characteristic.
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EY Location: Anywhere in Country EY invites experienced legal counsel to lead technology and managed services agreements, providing trusted advice to EY clients and the EY community. Key Responsibilities
Draft, update, and negotiate client‑facing Technology & Managed Services Agreements, advising on contractual strategy and risks. Advising on legal risks associated with the technology underpinning managed services agreements. Collaborating closely with US GCO members and local counsel at other EY member firms. Coordinating legal resources on managed services projects and supporting cross‑functional business teams (Data Privacy, Talent, Information Security, and Tax). Ensuring accuracy and sufficiency of contractual documentation to protect EY interests. Understanding existing EY policies and developing/enhancing policies and guidance relevant to managed services and other technology services and products. Managing workflow in a highly dynamic environment and maintaining responsiveness, reliability, communication, and accountability to team leadership and other GCO members. Building relationships and teaming seamlessly with GCO and Legal Practice Groups to deliver exceptional service to GCO clients. Developing and delivering training on Technology & Managed Services Agreements and sharing best practices across the legal network and business where requested. To qualify, candidates must have:
8+ years of complex services and technology‑related transactional experience, including drafting and leading negotiations of Technology & Managed Services Agreements. Experience negotiating across client internal counsel, outside law firms, and procurement. Experience developing contracting templates, playbooks, and standards. Experience in data privacy, intellectual property law, and technology use in the context of Technology & Managed Services Agreements. Experience with cross‑border contracting (including employee matters, auto‑transfer laws, local country agreements, and cross‑border data transfer). Ability to understand, assess, and negotiate terms for current and new technologies (cloud and AI) and explain related legal and business risks. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills. High degree of cultural and emotional intelligence, resilience, flexibility, and adaptability. Ability to work independently and team effectively with colleagues in other functions and geographic locations. Ability to grasp, understand, and accurately articulate complex legal and contractual principles, balancing risk from both legal and commercial perspectives. Highly responsive with ability to manage high workload volumes and competing priorities efficiently. Solution oriented with focus on exceptional client service. Experience in a managed services counsel role in a technology or consulting organization with leading negotiations experience. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited 4‑year college. Juris Doctor from an accredited law school. Membership in a State Bar as an attorney qualified to practice law. Good standing with the applicable State Bar, including being current on individual state Continuing Legal Education requirements. Benefits & Total Rewards
Competitive compensation package based on performance and recognized value. Base salary range for this role in the US: $210,900 – $406,000 (geographic variations provided). Medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Flexible vacation policy to decide how much vacation time you need based on personal circumstances. Earned time off for EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence. Continual learning and development opportunities to navigate future challenges. Diverse and inclusive culture that embraces who you are and empowers you to use your voice to help others find theirs. EY is committed to equal employment opportunities and diversity, belonging, and inclusion. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, age, religious or philosophical belief, or any other protected characteristic.
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