Corporate Counsel - Hyperscale Sales

QTS Data Centers Job Opportunity

It's pretty exciting to find yourself standing in a pivotal moment in time. It's even more exciting to be out front leading it. At QTS, our world-class data centers are supporting our customers' most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us at the forefront of today's dynamic digital transformation. As AI and cloud drive the demand for increased speed, capacity and capability, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader, committed to connecting the world for good. Driven by purpose and fueled by a spirit of innovation, QTS designs, builds and operates some of the world's most advanced, forward-thinking data centers. QTS is a portfolio company of Blackstone. QTS is Powered by People. People who play a vital role in our company's culture, innovation and growth. People who are committed to contributing to the communities where we operate and work. People who are knowledgeable, resourceful and mission driven. Together, we do great things.

Who You Are & The Impact You Will Have

Hyperscale Sales Corporate Counsel supports the company's legal operations in a variety of matters, with a focus that includes customer contract negotiations, general corporate matters, regulatory and compliance matters, insurance, internal corporate policies and procedures, along with drafting and negotiating other transactional matters.

What You Will Do:

• Negotiating and drafting customer contracts as well as various other transactional matters
• Providing ongoing interpretation of customer agreements and advice thereon
• Assists in developing, disseminating and reviewing template contract documentation, internal forms and processes, and procedures for the company
• Overseeing general corporate legal matters
• Assisting with legal and regulatory compliance
• Assisting with compliance with various domestic and international privacy laws
• Assisting with management of the Company's insurance program and operations
• Assisting with a variety of other legal functions such as loans, joint ventures, acquisitions, construction, real estate, intellectual property protection, tax abatements, litigation, etc.
• Managing collections on customer accounts
• Performing a broad range of legal matters and general business matters based on the needs of the company, as assigned.
• Working with and managing outside counsel, counterparties, insurers, and other third parties as needed

What You Will Need To Be Successful

J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school with strong academic credentials

Admission to the Bar of a U.S. state or the District of Columbia

Three or more years of legal experience as a practicing lawyer working in a general corporate transactional practice

Nice to Have:

Experience with project finance and/or asset-based lending

Data center and/or sales experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Hands-on, self-starter who is disciplined and detail-oriented with the ability to work independently as well as in a team setting that requires a highly accurate and timely work product

Agile and versatile; comfortable with new and unfamiliar subject matter; easily adaptable to change

Able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality

Enterprising and entrepreneurial

Able to take initiative with no direction

Strong written and oral communication skills

Strong listening, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Strong work ethic and accountability to deadlines

Ability to work in a fast-paced and evolving business environment

Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel), Box, Workday, DocuSign

Excellent analytical, time-management, judgment and decision-making skills

Possess ambition and an optimistic attitude

Ability to effectively multitask and manage competing priorities and demands on time

Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills

Able to effectively manage complicated legal and business issues

Ability to effectively manage others, including outside counsel and service providers

The Perks (and these are just a few!)

QRest Sabbatical

Employee Stock Purchase

QTS scholarship for dependents

Eagle Club award trip eligibility

Paid volunteer days

Tuition assistance, parental leave and military leave assistance

Total Rewards

This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company benefits. This position is Bonus eligible.

We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim.