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Overview Join to apply for the Senior Corporate Counsel - Development role at QTS Data Centers . QTS Data Centers designs, builds and operates some of the worlds most advanced, forward-thinking data centers. QTS is a portfolio company of Blackstone and is focused on supporting customers growth initiatives at the forefront of digital transformation. Who You Are As Senior Corporate Counsel , you are a seasoned legal professional with deep expertise in construction, project development, and energy procurement. You thrive in dynamic environments and bring a strategic mindset to complex legal matters. With a strong background in large-scale construction or power projects, you are adept at navigating and negotiating high-impact contracts. You are collaborative, solutions-oriented, and ready to support cross-functional teams across development and other business units. What You Will Do Oversee legal aspects of the companys construction and procurement contracting terms and process; work with the companys Development team in negotiating and managing construction contracts Advise on regulatory, health and environmental matters regarding development projects Negotiate and work with the companys contractors and utility providers Negotiate and structure project-related documents, including vendor / supply agreements, O&M agreements, and other similar agreements Support project financing transactions Assist with regulatory matters, permitting, environmental, due diligence and real estate, as well as various other transactional matters and agreements as needed Work with and manage outside counsel, partners, customers, counterparties and other third parties as needed Perform a broad range of legal matters and general business matters based on the needs of the company, as may be assigned by the General Counsel 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 Five or more years of legal experience as a practicing lawyer working in a general corporate transactional practice 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 Able to effectively manage others, including outside counsel and service providers Total Rewards 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 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr QTS Data Centers

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