In-House Counsel - Contract Attorney – Vendor Contracts

Are you an experienced contracts attorney eager to make an immediate impact at a leading technology company? At The Reynolds and Reynolds Company, we develop state-of-the-art software for automotive retailers and take pride in our industry-first Retail Management System, as well as our diverse business forms and promotional products. We’re searching for a proactive, business-minded In-House Attorney to join our dynamic Houston legal team and take the lead on a broad variety of vendor contracting initiatives.

This is a dedicated contracts position, not a litigation or dispute resolution role.

• Partner with business stakeholders to provide practical, commercially focused legal advice in reviewing, drafting, and negotiating vendor agreements.
• Work cross-functionally with teams across the organization ensuring contracts are reviewed promptly and accurately.
• Act as the point of contact for outside counsel on vendor-related matters, developing sophisticated legal strategies to reduce risk to the company.
• Engage with opposing counsel to negotiate terms and build positive relationships.
• Analyze and synthesize complex contractual terms, providing clear findings and actionable recommendations to Senior In-House Counsel and business teams.
• Translate intricate legal concepts into practical guidance for colleagues with varying levels of legal knowledge.
• Assist with other legal matters impacting the company as needed.
• Travel up to 25% of the time.

• Doctor of Jurisprudence from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in the State of Texas.
• 5-7 years of experience in a law firm or as in-house counsel in a corporate setting, preferably with a focus in vendor contracts.
• Possess exceptional legal reasoning, strong analytical abilities, and precise contract drafting skills.
• Demonstrate strong negotiating skills, sound judgment, and the flexibility necessary to reach terms with adverse parties.
• Must be adaptive and able to work productively both independently and as a member of a team.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with executive and associate level employees both orally and in writing.
• Must be coachable and committed to continuous learning and professional development

We strive to offer an environment that provides our associates with the right balance between work and family. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a health savings account
• 401(k) with up to 6% matching
• Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays
• Reynolds offers a hybrid work schedule, based on position eligibility. Following completion of your training period, eligible associates may work-from-home up to two days per week.

• Referral bonuses
• Professional development and training
• Promotion from within
• Associate discounts for cell phones, cars, computers, entertainment, and much more

• An onsite dining facility offering complimentary breakfast and lunch
• An onsite medical center
• A wide variety of sports and social leagues to participate in after work, along with volunteering initiatives through our Associate Foundation

Reynolds and Reynolds promotes a healthy lifestyle by providing a non-smoking environment. Reynolds and Reynolds is an equal opportunity employer.