Corporate Counsel - Contracts

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

Ready to join thousands of talented team members who are making the dream of home ownership possible for more Americans? It’s all happening on UWM’s campus, where our award-winning workplace packs plenty of perks and amenities that keep the atmosphere buzzing with energy and excitement.

It’s no wonder that out of our six pillars, People Are Our Greatest Asset is number one. It’s at the very heart of how we treat each other, our clients and our community. Whether it’s providing elite client service or continuously striving to improve, our pillars provide a pathway to a more successful personal and professional life.

From the team member that holds a door open to the one that helps guide your career, you’ll feel the encouragement and support on day one. No matter your race, creed, gender, age, sexual orientation and ethnicity, you’ll be welcomed here. Accepted here. And empowered to Be You Here.

More reasons you’ll love working here include:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) after just 30 days
• Additional parental and maternity leave benefits after 12 months
• Adoption reimbursement program
• Paid volunteer hours
• Paid training and career development
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Mortgage discount and area business discounts
• Free membership to our large, state-of-the-art fitness center, including exercise classes such as yoga and Zumba, various sports leagues and a full-size basketball court
• Wellness area, including an in-house primary-care physician’s office, full-time massage therapist and hair salon 
• Gourmet cafeteria featuring homemade breakfast and lunch
• Convenience store featuring healthy grab-and-go snacks
• In-house Starbucks and Dunkin
• Indoor/outdoor café with Wi-Fi

Responsibilities

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating vendor and other company contracts
• Performing vendor risk management and due diligence functions
• Identifying expiring contracts, managing contract reporting, and preparing amendments and termination letters
• Drafting written correspondence with outside counsel, vendors, and other third-parties
• Ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures
• Editing legal documents for accuracy
• Providing support and assistance to members of the Vendor Relations team.
• Reviewing marketing materials and communications for legal and regulatory compliance
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Must Have Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s and Law Degree
• Admission or pending admission to the Michigan Bar with 1-3 years of relevant job experience
• Experience reviewing and negotiating vendor and other contracts
• Knowledge of the contracting and procurement processes
• Have a commitment to continuous business improvement
• Previous in-house legal experience is a plus
• Be capable of working closely with internal clients and outside counsel
• Have effective planning, organizational and project management skills
• Be able to manage multiple projects and tasks effectively
• Have a high level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Have excellent written and communication skills
• Have the ability to work independently
• Have critical thinking, analytical and problem solving skills
• Be self-motivated and able to work well in a team based environment