Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Lumen is the trusted network for the AI-powered world, connecting people, data, and applications through their expansive fiber network. The role of Attorney, Enterprise Sales involves providing legal counsel to support Lumen’s Enterprise Sales organization, focusing on the negotiation and execution of complex customer transactions while managing associated risks.
Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end negotiation of enterprise agreements (*e.g.*, MSAs, SOWs, and other customized commercial terms) from redline through execution
- Advise business stakeholders on contract terms, risk, and deal strategy to enable informed decisions
- Structure complex transactions, aligning legal frameworks with commercial objectives to support deal execution
- Identify key legal and business risks across customer deals, and communicate clear, actionable recommendations
- Partner cross-functionally (compliance, regulatory, IP, product, international teams) to support enterprise sales and GTM strategies
- Develop and refine contract templates, playbooks, and scalable processes to streamline deal cycles
Skills
- J.D. degree from an accredited law school
- Active license in good standing to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
- Law firm and/or in-house experience
- Strong drafting and communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear, practical legal guidance to business stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to manage a high volume of matters and competing priorities, with strong organizational and time‑management skills
- Sound business judgment and ability to balance legal risk with commercial objectives
- Collaborative, team-oriented approach with strong stakeholder partnership skills
- Experience in negotiating commercial terms
- Interest in emerging technologies and digital infrastructure
Benefits
- 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.
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Company Overview
CenturyLink (NYSE: CTL) is a technology leader delivering hybrid networking, cloud connectivity, and security solutions to customers around the world. It was founded in 1968, and is headquartered in Monroe, Louisiana, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.lumen.com.