**About Lumen** Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications – quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up – committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress. We’re looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future. **The Role** Lumen is seeking a transactional attorney to join the legal team, supporting the wholesale business with a focus on various communication and technology services. This role calls for a seasoned legal professional who embodies clarity and courage, with a growth mindset to navigate complex contract negotiations and agreement drafting. The attorney will provide legal guidance to Lumen’s wholesale business and sales teams while maintaining a customer-obsessed approach. The ideal candidate will possess a willingness to learn and be eager to grasp the intricate aspects of Lumen's operations to deliver sound legal advice and risk analysis, aiding clients in reaching their commercial goals. **Location** This is a fully remote position open to candidates based anywhere in the U.S. that are actively licensed in the state/jurisdiction they reside. **The Main Responsibilities** + Draft and negotiate sophisticated contracts to support wholesale business objectives. + Provide sound legal advice and contract interpretations to internal sales teams and executive management. + Clearly and concisely identify and explain the ramifications of complex contractual terms to business decision-makers and third parties. + Manage and maintain wholesale contracts. + Partner with multiple areas of the business in support of customer negotiations. + Investigate and resolve contract disputes. + Support clients in achieving their commercial goals. **What We Look For in a Candidate** Required + J.D. degree from an accredited law school and active license to practice law in the state where the attorney will reside/work from. + Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in contract drafting and negotiations. + Outstanding communication and contract negotiation skills. + Self-starter and swift learner. + Ability to quickly identify issues and effectively communicate the company's position. + Organizational, time-management and prioritization capabilities; able to manage workload independently, efficiently and with minimal supervision. + Sound business and legal judgment. + Ability to negotiate, prioritize, and manage a large volume of contracts and associated issues. + Must be a team player. **Compensation** This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors. Location Based Pay Ranges: $103,711 - $138,281 in these states: AL, AR, AZ, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, ME, MO, MS, MT, ND, NE, NM, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, UT, VT, WI, WV, and WY. $108,896 - $145,195 in these states: CO, HI, MI, MN, NC, NH, NV, OR, and RI. $114,082 - $152,109 in these states: AK, CA, CT, DC, DE, IL, MA, MD, NJ, NY, TX, VA, and WA. Lumen offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional, and financial wellbeing. We're able to answer any additional questions you may have about our bonus structure (short-term incentives, long-term incentives and/or sales compensation) as you move through the selection process. Learn more about Lumen's: + Benefits (https://www.lumenbenefits.com/httpdocs2/index.html) + Bonus Structure Requisition #: 337008 **Background Screening** If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements. For more information on these checks, please refer to the Post Offer section of our FAQ page (https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/faq) . Job-related concerns identified during the background screening may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. **Equal Employment Opportunities** We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, “protected statuses”). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training. **Disclaimer** The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions. In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. Please be advised that Lumen does not require any form of payment from job applicants during the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings will be posted on our official website or communicated through official company email addresses. If you encounter any job offers that request payment in exchange for employment at Lumen, they are not for employment with us, but may relate to another company with a similar name. **Application Deadline** 03/10/2025