Manager, Legal Affairs

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Job description

Great company. Great people. Great opportunities.

Prepare review and negotiate commercial agreements. Provide legal advice and assistance to corporate departments regarding legal matters and to branches regarding general contracts.

* Review, draft and negotiate commercial contracts including, but not limited to, rental, service, purchase, sale and other legal documentation.
* Review RFPs and RFQs and other bid documentation.
* Coordinate and interact with other members of the legal department and company departments (including, but not limited to, Sales, Environmental, Sourcing, Human Resources, Finance, Executive, Facilities, Risk, Safety and Accounting
* Provide legal advice, counseling and service on legal issues concerning the rights, obligations, and privileges of the company under its various contractual matters.

Education

* JD degree from accredited law school required.
* Must be admitted to practice law in at least one jurisdiction, preferably Connecticut.

Experience

* Minimum 3+ years' experience in a law firm or corporate environment

Other Skills

* Ability to work with several people, to simultaneously handle multiple requests and prioritize.
* Must be a team player and willing to assist in specialized projects including mergers & acquisitions, finance and corporate secretarial matters.
* Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and use of the company's contract management system.
* Good drafting, communication and organization skills.
* Responsive, business-minded and an attention to detail are critical elements.
* Self-starter.

At United Rentals, the largest equipment rental company, we believe that it takes great employees to build a great organization - and we're passionate about helping our people grow professionally and embrace teamwork in everything they do. Our culture is based on our corporate values and centers on mutual respect, job satisfaction, diversity and a shared responsibility to build a better future.

What's in it for you?

U.S. Full Time roles: Best in class benefits offering includes medical, dental, vision, flex spending and health savings accounts; 401(k) retirement with company match; life and disability insurance; and paid time off including sick, vacation, holidays, and paid parental leave. Comprehensive training and development and career growth opportunities.

U.S. Part Time roles: Benefits offering includes 401(k) retirement with company match/RRSP; paid time off including sick, vacation and holidays; and comprehensive training and development and career growth opportunities.

Canada: Best in class benefits package which includes medical, dental & vision, RRSP/DPSP*, paid time off, comprehensive training and development, and career growth opportunities.

* Offered for full time roles, part time eligibility in select provinces

United Rentals, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.