Legal Counsel

About Diversified Diversified is a global leader in audiovisual and media technology. We design and build innovative spaces and experiences for clients across industries such as corporate, entertainment, sports, retail, and government. Our team partners with organizations around the world to create environments that connect people through technology. What to Expect At Diversified, you'll work on exciting and complex projects with opportunities to grow your career. We offer a collaborative and flexible work environment, competitive pay and benefits, and a culture that values diversity, inclusion, and innovation. If you're ready to grow, create, and make an impact, Diversified is the place to do it. How You'll Contribute As the Legal Counsel at Diversified, you will report directly to the General Counsel and serve as a strategic legal advisor to our sales, operations, procurement, and leadership teams. In this remote role, approximately 75% of your responsibilities will focus on commercial transactions, including drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and managing a broad range of commercial agreements. Your advice will be crucial in supporting daily business operations, helping the company balance commercial objectives with legal compliance in a fast-paced environment. Location Virtual U.S. position; preferred work location/time zone is Eastern (EST/ET) or Central (CST/CT). What You'll Do Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a variety of commercial agreements, including customer contracts, vendor agreements, nondisclosure agreements, consulting agreements, and other business contracts. Advise business leaders on commercial, operational, compliance, and corporate matters. Identify legal risks and provide solutions that enable business objectives. Collaborate with Sales, Procurement, Finance, Human Resources, Information Security, and other cross-functional teams to facilitate business transactions. Assist in managing litigation, claims, disputes, and outside legal counsel. Support corporate governance activities, including legal entity management, corporate records, and board documentation. Assist with mergers, acquisitions, integrations, and other strategic business initiatives as needed. Monitor changes in applicable laws and regulations and advise business leaders on potential impacts. Develop, review, and update corporate policies, contract templates, and legal procedures. Support compliance initiatives, including ethics, anti-corruption, privacy, and regulatory compliance programs. Participate in internal investigations and provide legal guidance regarding risk mitigation. Deliver legal training and education to business leaders and associates on key legal and compliance topics. Perform other legal duties as assigned. Competencies, Skills and Experiences Business Partnership - Builds trusted relationships by providing practical, solution-oriented legal guidance that supports business objectives while managing risk. Legal Judgment - Applies sound legal analysis and professional judgment to evaluate complex issues and recommend effective solutions. Negotiation & Communication - Negotiates contracts effectively and communicates legal concepts clearly to both legal and non-legal audiences. Risk Management - Identifies legal, regulatory, and commercial risks and develops proactive strategies to minimize exposure. Integrity & Professionalism - Demonstrates the highest ethical standards, maintains confidentiality, and exercises sound judgment in all interactions. Decision Making Authority Determines appropriate legal positions and contract language within established company guidelines. Advises business leaders on legal risk, contractual obligations, and compliance requirements. Recommends legal strategies to mitigate business and regulatory risk. Escalates significant legal, regulatory, litigation, or compliance matters to the General Counsel as appropriate. Selects and manages outside counsel within approved scope and budget. What You'll Bring Education/ Certifications Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school required. Active license to practice law and member in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar. Required Skills/ Qualifications 5+ years of legal experience in a law firm or corporate environment handling corporate law matters, with a focus on commercial transactions. Strong understanding of intellectual property, data protection and privacy laws. Excellent negotiation, communication, and drafting skills. A high level of self-motivation with the ability to work independently with a commitment to client services and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Superior attention to detail and accuracy. Experience with common business software tools, such as Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel). Hands-on experience drafting, negotiating, and managing all aspects of commercial transactions. International and/or governmental contract experience helpful. Fluency in English (written and spoken) required. What We Offer We believe great people deserve great benefits. In addition to competitive compensation, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial wellbeing, and work-life balance: Multiple medical plan options to fit you and your family's needs HSA & HRA company contributions Dental coverage, including orthodontic benefits, and vision plans Company-paid benefits Basic Life, AD&D Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Generous paid time off - 3 weeks PTO plus company holidays and floating holidays 401k with company match Paid maternity leave Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) A wide range of voluntary benefits including Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Pet Insurance, Homeowners and Auto Insurance, Supplemental Life and AD&D coverage, and Legal Services Commuter benefits And much more #J-18808-Ljbffr Diversified