Eaton’s Corporate Sector division is currently seeking a Senior Attorney, Contracts.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $120075.03 - $176110.04 a year. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What you’ll do:

Join Our Team: Making a Difference at Eaton

Eaton is seeking a Senior Attorney who will play a pivotal role in spearheading the review and leadership of intricate commercial agreements that are vital to both our customers and suppliers. This esteemed position is at the forefront of offering premier legal support to Eaton’s Electrical/Industrial Sectors and the Global Supply Chain organization. The Senior Attorney will assume the crucial responsibility of imparting sound, practical legal advice on contractual and commercial risks, thereby guiding our diverse business ventures. This position can be based out of our Beachwood, OH or Moon Twp, PA locations with hybrid work available.

Our commitment: We’re not just about business; we’re about making a difference. Our team is dedicated to improving lives and safeguarding the environment through our products and services.

What will you do?

This pivotal role involves leading the negotiation and execution of complex contracts, meticulously reviewing, analyzing, and interpreting terms and conditions to identify and mitigate legal and commercial risks. The Senior Attorney will ensure all contractual terms are comprehensively addressed by the appropriate functions—credit, engineering, finance, operations, product management, risk management, supply chain, etc.—and approved in accordance with corporate policies.

Collaboration is key; therefore, the candidate will work closely with various departments, including Program Management, Engineering, Operations, Finance, Credit, Sales, Trade Compliance, and other Specialty Practice Groups within the Law Team. As a trusted advisor, the Senior Attorney will guide the organization in enterprise risk management, process optimization, and the adoption of new technologies to streamline legal services.

What will make you successful?

The ideal candidate for this position will be highly detail-oriented, with exceptional organizational skills and the ability to work independently under minimal supervision. They should possess a strong interpersonal and leadership skill set that is effective across all levels of the organization, coupled with a proven track record of building organizational capability.

We are looking for candidates who are diverse in their backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, and who can bring fresh and innovative ideas to our team.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) required and a license to practice in one of 50 U.S. States.

• A minimum of 5 years’ work experience with proven ability to learn new skills and responsibilities.

• No relocation being offered for this position candidates must be located within a 50 mile radius of Beachwood, OH or Moon Twp, PA to be considered.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Preferred Requirements

• Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) or Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) certification.

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We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.