Counsel
Publicis Groupe
Counsel
Publicis Groupe
Runs advertising and digital transformation services
Publicis Re:Sources is at the core of Publicis Groupe, the world's largest communications company. We are the only full-service, end-to-end shared service organization in the industry, enabling Groupe agencies to do what they do best: innovate and transform for their clients.
Formed in 1998 as a small team to service a few Publicis Groupe firms, Publicis Re:Sources has grown to 6,000+ employees in over 55 countries. We provide technology solutions and business services, including finance, accounting, legal, benefits, procurement, tax, real estate, treasury and risk management, information security, and global mobility — supporting 110,000+ employees across the Publicis Groupe network. Our people are at the center of everything we do, bringing curiosity, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence to their work every day.
Learn more about Publicis Re:Sources and the Publicis Groupe agencies we support at publicisresources.com.
We are seeking an experienced attorney to join our collaborative in-house team and provide legal support to agencies and business units within Publicis Groupe that provide fast-paced, technology-enabled media, marketing, data, and advertising services. This attorney will partner closely with business leaders, procurement, commercial, product, technology, privacy, and operations teams to negotiate complex agreements, advise on legal risk, support strategic initiatives, and help scale legal processes across a growing portfolio of businesses and products. The ideal candidate is a practical business partner who can balance legal risk with commercial objectives, manage a high volume of matters independently, and thrive in a dynamic environment with competing priorities.
Commercial Contracting
o Draft, review, negotiate, and advise on a broad range of commercial agreements with a particular focus on media-related and advertising tech agreements, including:
o Provide practical risk-based guidance regarding liability, indemnification, data protection, intellectual property rights, confidentiality, information security requirements, and regulatory considerations
Business and Strategic Support
o Serve as a trusted advisor to business stakeholders on day-to-day legal matters
o Support new products, commercial initiatives, and revenue-generating opportunities
o Assist with governance, compliance, and operational initiatives across multiple business units
o Partner with senior leadership on strategic business matters and risk management
o Assist with litigation matters and disputes
Technology, Data and AI
o Advise on technology, software, data use, analytics, artificial intelligence, and emerging digital products
o Review product and service offerings to identify legal, contractual, regulatory, and commercial risks
o Collaborate with privacy, security, procurement, and technology teams to support implementation of new solutions and capabilities
· Matter Management and Process Improvement
o Independently manage a substantial portfolio of legal matters
o Develop and improve contract templates, negotiation playbooks, and legal processes
o Train business stakeholders on legal requirements, contracting standards, and risk management practices
o Support cross-functional initiatives designed to improve operational efficiency and legal governance
o Work closely with external counsel when necessary
GENERAL DUTIES
Required
o J.D. from an accredited law school
o Active license and good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
o 5-10+ years of legal experience in a law firm and/or in-house legal department
o Significant experience negotiating complex commercial agreements
o Strong understanding of technology, software, SaaS, data, and intellectual property issues
o Ability to independently manage a large volume of matters while maintaining sound judgment and responsiveness
o Excellent drafting, negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Preferred
o In-house experience supporting media, advertising, adtech, martech, SaaS, data, AI, or technology businesses
o Experience with media buying, digital advertising, programmatic advertising, platform agreements, or data licensing
o Experience with commercial litigation or dispute resolution
o Familiarity with privacy and data protection frameworks
Physical Requirements
o Sitting for long periods of time
o Use of computer, speaking on telephone, appearing on video calls
o Writing
o Occasional ability to travel
Work Conditions
o Hybrid: 3 days remote (home internet access) and 2 days working in office
o Some limited travel may be required
o Weekend, evening work (home internet access) as needed
Success Measures - During the first 12 months, the successful candidate will:
o Independently manage a substantial commercial contracting portfolio
o Develop trusted advisor relationships with key business stakeholders
o Improve contract turnaround times while maintaining appropriate risk management
o Contribute to governance, compliance, and process-improvement initiatives
o Reduce legal bottlenecks through scalable legal support and training
o Help support the continued growth of technology, media, and data-driven business lines
WHO ARE WE? Re:Sources is the backbone of Publicis Groupe, an ensemble of stellar technology and media companies. The in-house legal department for Publicis Groupe sits within Re:Sources, along with other key support teams like IT and HR. Re:Sources provides our Publicis Groupe peers with technology, finance, operations, and legal solutions that enable them to excel with their clients.
We are a small, collaborative in-house legal team of experienced media and advertising technology attorneys. We sit within a larger U.S. “Digital and Media” in-house legal team, which is one of a few divisions of the in-house legal department for Publicis Groupe. Our specific, small team is spread across Boston, Chicago and Denver. We primarily support agencies and business units in the connected media vertical of Publicis Groupe. On a day to day basis, our workload includes the “Key Responsibilities” and “General Duties” noted above. The work can be fast-paced and demanding, but we strive to support and collaborate with each other—aiming to “divide and conquer” the work as efficiently as possible.
The expected salary range for this role is $ 165,000.00 to $195,000.00. We are committed to offering competitive compensation, and the final salary will be based on the selected candidate's experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the position.
All information provided will be kept confidential in accordance with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) guidelines.
This job description does not state or imply that the duties listed are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties as requested by any person authorized to provide such instructions or assignments.
A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the role that are incidental to the performance of essential job duties. All duties, responsibilities, and requirements are considered essential job functions and may be modified as needed to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) must possess the knowledge, skills, abilities, and aptitudes necessary to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to their own health or safety or that of others. The qualifications listed in this document represent the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the position.
This document does not create an employment contract, express or implied, other than employment at will.
Publicis Groupe offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement (401(k)), wellness, and other employee programs. For additional information regarding available benefits, please visit Publicis Connections.Runs advertising and digital transformation services
Publicis Groupe runs advertising, media buying and digital transformation services for companies that want to reach consumers, coordinate campaigns and improve their business systems. Its agency network includes creative and media specialists, while Publicis Sapient builds and modernizes the technology behind clients' operations. Epsilon adds customer data and marketing technology that connect brands with audiences and measure campaign results. Clients pay for consulting, campaign creation and execution, with production and media costs billed through alongside the group's service work. Founded in 1926, Publicis Groupe is headquartered in Paris, France.
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