Lumen is the trusted network for the AI-powered world, connecting people, data, and applications through our expansive fiber network and connected ecosystem. We enable secure, high-performance connectivity across cloud, edge, and AI workloads for enterprises, governments, and communities.
At Lumen, you'll work on infrastructure customers rely on today and build for what's next, where performance, security, and resilience matter.
This is a high accountability environment where bold ideas drive real innovation for our customers, partners, and industry. The work is challenging, expectations are clear, and trust is built into how we operate. If you're ready to take ownership, deliver meaningful impact, and help shape the future of AI-ready connectivity, join us today.
The Role
This in-house legal counsel role supports Lumen's Enterprise Sales organization, advising on complex, high-impact customer transactions in a fast-paced, results-driven environment where how we achieve results is just as important as the results themselves.
You will serve as a trusted advisor to sales and business leaders, leading the legal execution of strategic enterprise deals from initial engagement through contract execution. Partnering closely with customer-facing and go-to-market teams, you will help structure transactions, navigate complex negotiations, and provide practical legal guidance that enables business growth while managing appropriate risk.
This is a highly visible role where legal operates as a strategic business partner. Success requires strong commercial judgment, emotional intelligence, and the ability to influence stakeholders, navigate ambiguity, and translate complex legal issues into actionable business solutions.
The Main Responsibilities
Lead negotiation of complex enterprise agreements (e.g., MSAs, SOWs, and other customized commercial terms) from redline through execution
Serve as a trusted legal advisor to sales and business leaders, providing practical guidance on contract strategy, risk allocation, and deal execution
Structure and support sophisticated transactions, balancing commercial objectives with appropriate legal and business risk management
Identify emerging legal, operational, and business risks, and communicate clear, actionable recommendations to stakeholders at multiple levels of the organization
Partner cross-functionally with compliance, regulatory, product, privacy, security, IP, and international teams to support enterprise sales strategies and evolving technology solutions
Develop and refine contract templates, negotiation playbooks, and scalable processes that improve efficiency, consistency, and deal velocity
What We Look For in a Candidate
Required Qualifications
J.D. degree from an accredited law school and active license in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
6-8+ years of legal experience, including significant commercial transactions and contract negotiation experience in a law firm and/or in-house environment
Strong business judgment with the ability to balance commercial objectives and legal risk while delivering practical, actionable guidance
Excellent drafting, negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and partner effectively across the organization
Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex matters and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting enterprise sales, technology, SaaS, telecommunications, or other complex commercial transactions
Business-partner mindset with a collaborative, solutions-oriented approach to legal counseling
Curiosity about emerging technologies, including AI, and their impact on customers, products, and business operations
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
$132,232 - $176,310 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 WY
$138,844 - $185,124 in these states: CO HI MI MN NC NH NV OR RI
$145,456 - $193,940 in these states: AK CA CT DC DE IL MA MD NJ NY TX VA 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://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/benefits-statement)
Bonus Structure
Requisition #: 343233
Life at Lumen
Life at Lumen is human and connected, even in a fast moving, AI-focused organization. We set clear expectations and trust people to meet them. With real support and shared accountability, teams collaborate better, move faster, and deliver meaningful outcomes.
Our Lumen 8 behaviors guide how we interact, make decisions, and work together, shaping a culture built to perform and win.
To learn more about Life at Lumen and how we live the Lumen 8, please visit:
https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/life-at-lumen
Background Screening
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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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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.
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