Job Description:Global Technology Legal Director and Associate General CounselCollaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the WorldChoosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so its equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a diversity of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers.This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career.The Impact Youll Make in this RoleThe successful candidate will serve in the position of 3M Technology Legal Director. In this role, the successful candidate will primarily support and counsel to the IT and Legal Affairs organizations on technology-related matters and initiatives.As the Technology Counsel, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by:Draft, review and negotiate a variety of technology contracts (e.g. IT and Cybersecurity Transition Services, SaaS, Licensing, IT Infrastructure and Cybersecurity Professional Services Agreements), ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements;For technology contracts and related matters, advise on data privacy and security issues, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and industry standards;Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders and teams to assess legal risks and provide strategic counsel on technology initiatives;Stay abreast of emerging legal trends in technology, contributing to the development of company information policies and practices;Manage and resolve technology-related disputes, working closely with key stakeholders and external counsel when necessary;Conduct legal research and analysis to support decision-making on technology-related projects;Assist in the development and delivery of training programs to educated 3Mers on technology legal matters.Coordinate with the Sourcing organization and Sourcing counsels on strategic IT sourcing initiatives;Create and provide training on data protection playbooks, guidelines and self-service tools;Your Skills and ExpertiseTo set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:Juris Doctor degree (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited law schoolAdditional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active bar membershipEight (8) or more years of experience with a focus on technology law in a private, public, government or military environmentStrong negotiation and drafting skills with a keen attention to detailExcellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.Demonstrated ability to provide practical legal advice and manage multiple projects efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced business environment and drive projects to completion.Five (5) or more years of experience negotiating complex global technology contractsGerman language fluencyExperience with mergers, acquisitions, and divestituresUnderstanding of and experience in advising clients in a diversified business environmentDeveloped a sense of judgment, legal risk management skills, and ability to balance business needs, compliance obligations, and reputational risks in an objective, practical way; demonstrated ability to both grasp the "big picture and attend to detailsReputation for integrity and ability to balance business partnership with the need to exercise independent judgmentWork location:Work Your Way Eligible (Employee choice to work remote, on site, or hybridTravel: May include up to 20% domesticRelocation Assistance: Is not authorizedMust be legally authorized to work in country of employment with ut sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).Supporting Your Well-being3M offers many programs to help you live your best life both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.Chat with MaxFor assistance with searching through our current job openings or for more information about all things 3M, visit Max, our virtual recruitingApplicable to US Applicants Only:The expected compensation range for this position is $215,577 - $263,483, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidates relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.). Additional information is available at: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/.Learn more about 3Ms creative solutions to the worlds problems at www.3M.com or on Twitter @3M.Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.Our approach to flexibility is called Work Your Way, which puts employees first and drives well-being in ways that enable 3Ms business and performance...Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity