Associate General Counsel IT & Cybersecurity - Chicago, IL

Associate General Counsel IT & Cybersecurity

Chicago, IL

Job ID: 107762BR

Role Summary

The Associate General Counsel – Information Technology & Cybersecurity will provide strategic legal support to the global IT organization. This role will guide major technology initiatives, including software and infrastructure modernization, outsourcing and implementation projects, cybersecurity preparedness and response, and governance of emerging technologies. The position works closely with IT, Information Security, Procurement, Compliance, Privacy, and other partners to support risk management, operational execution, and responsible innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal support for technology-related projects, including software acquisitions, cloud and infrastructure migrations, system upgrades, and outsourcing arrangements.
• Advise on cybersecurity risk management, readiness, and incident response activities.
• Draft, review, and negotiate IT agreements, including software licensing, SaaS, hosting, professional services, and managed services.
• Support vendor governance, contract performance issues, and resolution of disputes with technology providers.
• Work with Privacy and Compliance partners on global data privacy, security, and records retention requirements.
• Provide guidance on cross-border data issues and technology-related export controls.
• Assist in developing and maintaining IT and information security policies and governance frameworks.
• Provide legal guidance on responsible use of emerging technologies, including AI.
• Support integration of acquisitions into the company’s IT programs.
• Partner with IT leadership to deliver practical, business-oriented legal solutions.

Candidate Profile and Core Competencies

• Practical problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Collaborative mindset and cross‑functional partnership skills.

Education and Experience

Required

• Juris Doctor (JD) and active license to practice.
• 9 years minimum experience in technology transactions or related legal fields.
• Strong understanding of IT systems, cloud services, cybersecurity, and vendor management.
• Ability to manage complex global matters.

Preferred

• In‑house experience within a global or publicly traded organization.
• Experience with privacy, information security, export controls, or AI governance.
• Experience with enterprise technology transformations.

Background Check

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

Benefits and Perks

• Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on‑site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).

Additional benefits include:

• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company‑sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.

Compensation

The pay range for this position is expected to be between $176,500.00 - $330,900.00.

Salaried Incentive Plan: The total compensation package for this position will also include annual bonus and a long‑term incentive plan.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.