Attorney

Introduction

At IBM, employment transcends mere work—it's a calling: to innovate, design, develop code, provide strategic consulting, collaborate with clients, and drive market growth. We thrive on creating new possibilities and tackling challenges that push boundaries. Are you prepared to be a leader in this transformative technological era and address some of the most complex problems facing the world today? If so, we invite you to join us in this journey.

Roles and Responsibilities

As an Attorney at IBM, you will become a vital member of our energetic legal team based in Bangalore, working closely with fellow legal professionals and support personnel to deliver comprehensive legal support to IBM's global legal and business divisions. Your scope of work covers multiple legal areas, both transactional and non-transactional, across all IBM business segments. In transactional matters, you will participate in the initial phases of commercial negotiations, including direct and indirect distribution agreements, mergers and acquisitions, and other strategic deals. Your legal expertise will also support various internal functions such as procurement, real estate, human resources, and finance, providing guidance on regulatory compliance, contractual issues, disputes, litigation, intellectual property management, workplace relations, privacy, and cybersecurity. This role is based within the Legal Center of Excellence (CoE) established in Bangalore, India, dedicated to enhancing legal service delivery and operational efficiency across IBM's diverse global operations and sectors.

Preferred Education

Bachelor's Degree

Required Technical and Professional Skills

• Qualification to practice law in India, with 4-8 years of relevant in-house legal experience or at a law firm, or a combination of both.
• Proven ability to negotiate IT contracts involving government and commercial entities, including services, software, and cloud solutions.
• Experience handling issues related to privacy, cybersecurity, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance.
• Capability to independently manage legal matters with decreasing supervision as familiarity with IBM’s operations increases.
• Strong adherence to integrity and ethical standards in all professional activities.

Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

• Experience in dispute resolution and litigation advisory roles.
• Knowledge of government procurement policies and procedures.
• A track record of process improvement initiatives that enhance legal and business operational efficiencies.
• Previous in-house legal experience within a multinational corporation is highly desirable.