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Associate General Counsel, Director

QTS Data Centers
Posted Sep 13
Full Time
Duluth, Georgia

Learn what makes QTS a unique place to grow your career!

Who We Are:

It's 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 among the most highly trusted in the industry, positioning us at the forefront of today’s dynamic digital evolution.

“Data centers are experiencing once-in-a-generation demand growth, driven by cloud adoption and the AI revolution,” said Jon Gray, President & COO of Blackstone, the investment strength behind QTS.

As AI drives the demand for increased speed, capacity and capability, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader, committed to connecting the world’s economy for good. Driven by purpose and fueled by a spirit of innovation, QTS designs, builds and operates sophisticated data centers.

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:

Your sharp expertise, paired with a collaborative spirit, empowers you to deliver top-notch legal counsel and robust support to the company’s business units.

The Impact You Will Have:

The Associate General Counsel, Director is a member of the legal department who provides legal counsel to support the company’s customer contract negotiations, vendor contract negotiations and other corporate-related tasks. You maintain compliance with all internal contract policies and procedures, and provide support to the Company’s business units.

What You Will Do:

  • Responsibility for broad range of legal matters and general business matters based on the needs of the company
  • Negotiate and draft customer and vendor contracts
  • Negotiate and draft various business-related documents and agreements
  • Assist with a variety of business-related functions, including, loans, equity raises, acquisitions, construction, real estate, reporting and compliance, litigation, etc.
  • Assist with information technology-related matters
  • Assist with compliance with various domestic and international privacy laws
  • Assist with the company’s data security program
  • Manage collections on customer accounts
  • Manage customer bankruptcy filings

What You Will Need to be Successful:

  • J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school with strong academic credentials.
  • Six or more years of experience as a lawyer working in the areas of contract negotiation, real estate, lease negotiation, and/or corporate law

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
  • Excellent listening, written, verbal, organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to learn ERP systems
  • Excels in a team-oriented work environment
  • Strong work ethic and accountability to deadlines
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and evolving business environment
  • Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel), Box and DocuSign
  • Excellent analytical, time-management, judgment and decision-making skills
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
  • Must be able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality
  • Possess ambition and an optimistic attitude
  • Ability to manage competing priorities and demands on time
  • Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills
  • Able to take initiative with little direction

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

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.

The "Know Your Rights" Poster is included here:

Know Your Rights (English)

Know Your Rights (Spanish)

The pay transparency policy is available here:

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster-Formatted

QTS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to talentacquisition@qtsdatacenters.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.