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Legal Counsel, Product & Services page is loadedLegal Counsel, Product & ServicesApplylocationsTorontotime typeFull timeposted onPosted 5 Days Agojob requisition idJR-144806Who are we? Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company,operatingover250data centers across the globe.Digitalleadersharness Equinix's trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places,partnersand possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-classexperiencesand multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals. A career at Equinix means you will collaborate on work thatimpactsthe world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions.We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed toprovidingan equitablework environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success. Legal Counsel, Product & ServicesJob Summary This opportunity of Legal Counsel, Product & Services is primarily responsible for providing legal support for Equinix’s Managed Services organization. We are looking for a pragmatic, flexible and motivated candidate to be a key member of Equinix’s global Legal Product & Services team. Responsibilities Provide day-to-day legal support to business-side global Managed Services team and develop strategies for handling legal issues in creative and efficient waysSupport Managed Services product lifecycle, including launching new services specifically related to the acceleration of digital servicesSupport Managed Services in its globalization efforts and cross-border selling initiativesWork closely with other team members globally to support the roll out of new products and features, including the purchase/license of technology and drafting contracts to sell new servicesWork with global peers to understand and prepare the business for regulatory and privacy impacts of global Managed ServicesDraft, review, negotiate and serve as the Managed Services SME for both customer and vendor contracts, where required, and understand Equinix’s current positioning related to customer and vendor requestsConduct presentations to train and educate business and legal stakeholders on review processes and procedures, legal documents, negotiation strategies, legal positioning around Equinix products, and the likeReview and harmonize current agreements and policies related to Managed ServicesFunction as part of the wider global legal team, including engaging with other departments, providing input on commercial issues, undertaking any global projects, initiatives, deals, corporate or other commercial transactions that may arise or be assignedDisplay flexibility and willingness to assist with colocation and digital services business support, as neededAssist with integration of acquired companies and related servicesQualifications 3-5 years of experience including the subject matters relevant to this roleExperience negotiating contracts with customers and/or vendors (experience with software and SaaS negotiations a plus)Experience with managed services,infrastructure-as-a-serviceandplatform-as-a-servicea plusExperience collaborating with cross-functional teamsExperience working on a global team and supporting multiple countries/regionsGeneral knowledge of regulatory schemes impacting Equinix customersJuris Doctorate or equivalent is requiredAdmitted to practice in the jurisdiction in which they are hired or ability to qualify to practice as an in-house counsel in the relevant jurisdictionExperience in successfully articulating concepts and complex information in a concise manner through presentations, written communication, and various channelsAbility to be flexible with limited direction, balance competing priorities, and manage several time-sensitive projects at onceStrategic and creative thinker with strong attention to detailAbility to work effectively in an unstructured environment requiring new perspectives and creative approachesAdaptable, flexible, pragmatic and solution-oriented, you must be willing to work and collaborate with the business in a fast paced, global and ambitious business unitEquinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form . Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law. Similar Jobs (1)Legal Counsel, Commercial Transactionslocations2 Locationstime typeFull timeposted onPosted 13 Days Ago Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy/ childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political/ organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law. (US Applicants) Please click hereto see the “Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal” poster and supplement. 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