Provide sales-related Contract Services for the Americas World Area, initially requiring close and frequent guidance and direction, with reducing levels of supervision as experience grows.

In this role, your responsibilities will be:

Reviews, drafts and negotiates agreements and transaction documents in compliance with applicable policies and legal and ethical standards, under the supervision of more senior Contract Services staff, including in:  Responding, within established guidelines, to customers’ RFP/RFQs, vendor qualification documents and contractual requests. Drafting and negotiating with customers, appropriate contractual language to reflect the business interests and policies of the parties. Initially takes the Contracts Lead role on: Less complex international and multi-BU project contracts. Less complex frame agreements (multi-BU & -WA). Takes the Contracts Lead role (including the Global Contracts Lead role on GSAP accounts) on more complex projects and frame agreements as experience develops. Provides advice during the approval process to assist business owners in making informed decisions and secure appropriate approvals. Interfaces with customers, members of the legal team and other Emerson stakeholders to bring deals to closure. Analyses business, financial, and legal risks with supervision as necessary. Researches information on existing agreements and contractual programs, assisting with analysis and compiling data for reports. Provides contract-related guidance to Sales, Project Management and other stakeholders. Provides legal advice and interpretation of legal matters, including the application of law. As experience develops, provides direction to outside counsel on routine matters. Participates in the approval process to assist business owners in making informed decisions and secure appropriate approvals. Develops and communicates creative solutions and mitigation strategies to key negotiation points.

Who you are:

You stay aligned with your goals and stay productive. You get input early and can explain your sound thinking. You engage key stakeholders early and consider the upside and downside scenarios.

For this role, you will need:

2-4 years of work experience in a contracts-related role Licensed to practice law in Costa Rica or the US.  Law Degree. Comfortable to work with senior management. Intermediate MS Office skills. Excellent oral and written English language skills. Excellent negotiation skills. Extensive knowledge of Contract law & principles.

Commercial provisions such as warranty, liquidated damages/penalties, payment & freight terms, documentary credits and bank guarantees/sureties
 

Our Culture & Commitment to You

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results. 

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, vacation and holiday leave.