Manager, Counsel - Enterprise Supplier Management (Hybrid)

Manager, Counsel - Enterprise Supplier Management (Hybrid) 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 transactions. The diverse group of attorneys and other legal professionals within CAST advise our businesses on a broad range of business matters in a constantly changing, stimulating, and collegial environment. Through its bold initiatives, state-of-the-art infrastructure, breadth of talent, and dynamic work environment, Capital One has become one of the most highly admired corporate legal departments in the country. Based in McLean and Richmond, VA, CAST prides itself on providing its associates with an environment that fosters authenticity and growth, and a culture where each associate is respected and their contributions are valued. The Role The Manager, Counsel role will be primarily responsible for managing a variety of Capital One’s critical procurement contracts and providing advice and counsel to our Enterprise Supplier Management (ESM) team. The Counsel is a hybrid business counsel/transactions counsel role that will be responsible for the following: 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 delivery of services and cost management Creating reports, discussing trends/metrics with senior leaders in Legal and ESM, and providing training on key issues and processes as needed Acting as a backup Legal representative in procurement risk gate meetings, exercising judgment to determine whether a transaction is in scope for Legal engagement Delegating and managing assignments to a team of backup attorneys as needed The Person The successful candidate will be a legal professional with proven ability to operate effectively in a complex, highly regulated, and evolving environment. The candidate will demonstrate strong teamwork, interact with associates across departments and job levels, work in a fast‑paced environment with minimal supervision, and exhibit strong organization, analytical, verbal, and written communication skills. Exceptional drafting and negotiation skills, the ability to lead a negotiation team, and the ability to manage multiple transactions and novel issues are critical. Basic Qualifications Juris Doctor from an accredited law school Active member in good standing of at least one state bar At least 3 years of experience as an attorney in a law firm, government, or an in‑house legal department, or a combination, including experience with third‑party procurement, vendor, or outsourcing transactions Preferred Qualifications 4+ 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 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 Willingness to learn new areas of law Team‑player mindset Strong communication, interpersonal, 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. This role is hybrid, meaning associates work three days per week in‑person at one of our offices listed on this job posting. McLean, VA: $164,800 - $188,100 for Manager, Counsel Richmond, VA: $149,800 - $171,000 for Manager, Counsel This role is also eligible to earn performance‑based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonuses and/or long‑term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non‑discretionary depending on the plan. 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 ( Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability and veteran). Capital One promotes a drug‑free workplace. Capital One will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history in accordance with applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including relevant federal, state, and local statutes. #J-18808-Ljbffr Capital One