Commercial Contracts Attorney

Company Description "We’re not in the shipping business; we’re in the information business” - Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder Global supply chain management is what we do, but at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics. Organic Growth - Expeditors promotes from within. As a shining example, our CEO started as an entry level employee in our San Francisco office 31 years ago. - 18,000 trained professionals - 250+ locations worldwide - Fortune 500 - Globally unified systems Join Us Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. is seeking an experienced attorney specializing in international employment and labor law. The position will be located at Expeditors branch office in Delhi, India. **Job Description**: The Commercial Contracts Attorney will join a world-class legal department and devote time to a wide variety of matters, including employment matters, litigation, real estate and procurement issues, customer contracts and other commercial matters, and global regulatory and compliance matters. Primary responsibilities include: - Supporting and advising business teams, including executives, managers, employee relations, information services, and operations regarding compliance with existing and forthcoming labor and employment laws and regulations - Advising on issues such as discipline, non-competition, redundancies, leave, disability, contingent workers, equity, contractor management, occupational health and safety, antidiscrimination, wage and hour, and union/labor relations - Drafting service provider, commission, non-compete, employment, and settlement agreements - Managing litigation, outside counsel, and budgets - Drafting, reviewing and negotiating complex commercial service contracts and other commercial documents, confidentiality agreements, lease agreements, construction agreements, equipment leases, equipment purchase agreements, consulting agreements, information technology-related license documents, and privacy-related documents. - Provide routine support on bankruptcy matters, secured credit issues, and corporate entity management. - Performing project management work for legal projects - Formulating efficient resolution strategies to meet business objectives - Providing effective cross-functional support inside and outside of the legal department - Assisting in developing and implementing departmental goals and initiatives Travel: Expected 5% to 15%; Valid passport/authorized to travel internationally **Qualifications**: - Juris Doctorate, Bachelor of Laws, or equivalent degree in Laws - Licensed/authorized to practice law in jurisdiction in the US, India or in any jurisdiction within the Europe and MAIR regions, in good standing - 3-5 years of experience in a top law firm preferred - In-house experience working in the law department of a Fortune 500 company highly desirable, but not required - Strong knowledge of, and practical experience advising on labor and employment laws and regulations - Working knowledge of U.S. labor and employment laws and regulations preferred, working knowledge of international labor laws and regulations desired - Practical experience working with trade unions preferred - Strong experience in real estate and commercial law. - Contract drafting and negotiation experience. - The ability to identify, analyze, assess, and communicate legal risks to enable internal clients to make quality, risk-adjusted business decisions. - Experience in logistics, transport and related sectors preferred - Strong analytical, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills - Excellent organizational skills with high level of attention to detail and accuracy - Excellent business judgment and ability to work independently - Fluent oral and written English required. Fluency in additional languages an asset Additional Information **Benefits**: - Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time - Health Plan: Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental and Vision - Life and Long Term Disability Insurance - Employee Stock Purchase Plan - Training and Education Program