Senior Director & Senior Corporate Counsel, Commercial

Reporting to the VP, Legal – Assistant General Counsel, & Assistant Secretary, the Senior Director & Senior Corporate Counsel, Commercial will support corporate legal initiatives primarily in connection with customer relationships, corporate transactions and compliance. Senior Director & Senior Corporate Counsel, Commercial will work closely with the Assistant General Counsel and the legal team, including outside counsel as needed, to partner with business stakeholders to support projects. Senior Director & Senior Corporate Counsel, Commercial will collaborate with stakeholders to lead the delivery of comprehensive legal services, including prioritization and coordination, to support business objectives. Senior Director & Senior Corporate Counsel, Commercial must have exceptional legal, drafting, leadership, teamwork, and communication skills, with the business acumen and gravitas necessary to operate independently and effectively as in house counsel in a high-growth, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Support the sales team, including leading negotiation and drafting lease agreements, master service agreements, statements of work, service level agreements, and other customer-related documentation
• Coordinate with business and legal stakeholders, including as applicable capital markets, tax, finance, site acquisition and construction to negotiate and deliver financeable, complex data center real estate leasing products to customers
• Ensure that contracts and agreements comply with applicable laws, regulations, company debt document and company policies
• Advise internal stakeholders on legal and contractual matters, including contract interpretation, rights, and obligations.
• Stay updated on relevant laws and regulations affecting sales and customer agreements, including leases.
• Support the Assistant General Counsel as necessary in supporting and maintaining an effective internal compliance program
• As needed and as directed by the Assistant General Counsel, manage, and evaluate outside counsel

Qualifications:

• 10-12 years’ experience as a practicing lawyer. Prior experience with a national law firm is preferred, and in-house experience is a plus

• Relevant experience in commercial transactions - preference given to candidates with experience in data center leasing or service agreements and commercial real estate transactions
• General corporate experience and exposure to and/or familiarity with the following areas of law: real estate and asset level financing
• International experience a plus
• Exceptional multi-tasking skills, with the ability to set priorities and work on several projects simultaneously
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and self-manage projects, strong project management skills

Education / Certifications:

• Juris Doctor Degree
• Admitted to practice law in Texas or any other state

Benefits:

• Remote work is supported two days a week
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans, life and disability insurance, access to mental health resources, and employee assistance program
• Competitive pay, performance bonus, 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off and holidays, parental leave

• The office is conveniently located uptown Dallas, in the Harwood district, near many local restaurants and is a short walk to Victory Park and the American Airlines Center; building amenities including a fully equipped gym, golf simulator, and free parking.

CyrusOne is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

CyrusOne provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and any other state or local laws. We will respond to requests for reasonable accommodations to assist you in applying for positions at CyrusOne, or to submit a resume.