• Immerse yourself in day-to-day functions of the corporate legal department • Intake and support labor and employment requests, including related legal research • Conduct multi-jurisdictional research and drafting in support of global HR operations • Participate in the reviewing and redlining process for Procurement contracts • Assist with projects exploring/implementing the use of artificial intelligence to streamline procurement contract review

Work Location Type: Remote Req Number 329501 About Grainger W.W. Grainger, Inc., is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom. At Grainger, We Keep the World Working® by serving more than 4.5 million customers worldwide with products and solutions delivered through innovative technology and deep customer relationships. Known for its commitment to service and award-winning culture, the Company had 2024 revenue of $17.2 billion across its two business models. In the High-Touch Solutions segment, Grainger offers approximately 2 million maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products and services, including technical support and inventory management. In the Endless Assortment segment, Zoro.com offers customers access to more than 14 million products, and MonotaRO.com offers more than 24 million products. For more information, visit www.grainger.com.  Compensation The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $103,600.00 – $172,600.00. This role is eligible for an incentive target of up to 10 %, based on the achievement of individual and company performance objectives in accordance with the current terms of the incentive program which are subject to change. Rewards and Benefits With benefits starting on day one, our programs provide choice and flexibility to meet team members' individual needs, including: - Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment and 6 free sessions each year with a licensed therapist to support your emotional wellbeing. - 18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date) and 6 company holidays per year. - 6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required. - Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and free access to financial counseling, education, and tools. - Maternity support programs, nursing benefits, and up to 14 weeks paid leave for birth parents and up to 4 weeks paid leave for non-birth parents. For additional information and details regarding Grainger’s benefits, please click on the link below: https://experience100.ehr.com/grainger/Home/Tools-Resources/Key-Resources/New-Hire Grainger Benefits The pay range provided above is not a guarantee of compensation. The range reflects the potential base pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual base pay compensation will depend, in part, on factors such as geographic work location and relevant experience and skills. The anticipated compensation range described above is subject to change and the compensation ultimately paid may be higher or lower than the range described above. Grainger reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion at any time, consistent with applicable law. About Grainger W.W. Grainger, Inc., is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom. At Grainger, We Keep the World Working® by serving more than 4.5 million customers worldwide with products and solutions delivered through innovative technology and deep customer relationships. Known for its commitment to service and award-winning culture, the Company had 2024 revenue of $17.2 billion across its two business models. In the High-Touch Solutions segment, Grainger offers approximately 2 million maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products and services, including technical support and inventory management. In the Endless Assortment segment, Zoro.com offers customers access to more than 14 million products, and MonotaRO.com offers more than 24 million products. For more information, visit www.grainger.com.  This position is not eligible for any form of sponsorship now or in the future. Individuals requiring sponsorship (e.g. OPT or H1B visa status) should not apply. Only individuals authorized to work in the United States now and for the foreseeable future will be considered for this position. Position Details The Patent Agent reports to the Associate General Counsel, GTG & Endless Assortment, and supports Grainger's intellectual property portfolio. This role is responsible for patent harvesting, reviewing the patent landscape, and analyzing intellectual property to support innovation and business strategy. The Patent Agent serves as a liaison between legal and Grainger's business teams to identify, evaluate, and manage patent-related opportunities and risks. Candidates with prior experience as USPTO Patent Examiners are strongly encouraged to apply. Remote/virtual candidates may be considered. You Will - Conduct patent mining activities to identify invention disclosures and innovation opportunities within Grainger’s business units. - Conduct prior art database searches for patentability and freedom to operate analyses and competitive intelligence purposes. - Collaborate with inventors, engineers, and business stakeholders to assess patentability, strengthen Grainger’s IP portfolio, and align IP strategy with business goals. - Manage and maintain the patent portfolio, ensuring all deadlines are met. Protect and maintain any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information - Coordinate with affiliated legal resources (including outside counsel and in-house IP Paralegal) to grow internal patent knowledge. Support training and awareness initiatives to enhance innovation and patent culture across the company. - Maintain organized records of invention disclosures, prior art, and competitor patent activity. - Monitor and analyze patent trends in key technology areas relevant to Grainger’s business. - Assist with the preparation of reports and presentations to leadership regarding IP strategy, portfolio status, and competitor activity. You Have - Bachelor's Degree science, engineering, or related field required - Master's Degree science, engineering, or related field preferred - 3+ years patent analysis, patent research, or intellectual property support required - Experience as a USPTO Patent Examiner, Patent Agent, or equivalent IP role preferred. - Strong analytical and research skills, with proficiency in patent databases and IP management tools. - Ability to synthesize complex technical and legal information into clear, actionable insights. - Excellent organization, facilitation, and project management skills. - Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively partner with legal, technical, and business teams. - Familiarity with USPTO, EPO, and other global patent systems and procedures. - Experience working in a corporate IP or R&D environment preferred. - Registered US patent agent or be eligible to sit for the USPTO required We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment that includes both providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process as well as throughout the course of one’s employment, should you need a reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, including, but not limited to use of our website, any part of the application, interview or hiring process, please advise us so that we can provide appropriate assistance. #LI-remote

Background: UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security. UN Women in Georgia supports state and non-state partners towards the achievement of substantive gender equality in Georgia. In line with international and national commitments, UN Women works on the levels of policies and legislation, institutions and grassroots, in order to achieve transformative results for increased gender equality and greater protection of the rights of women and girls. UN Women Georgia puts special emphasis on the work towards Ending Violence Against Women, promotion and support to Women, Peace, and Security agenda in Georgia, Economic Empowerment of Women and last but not least, Mainstreaming of Gender into National Planning and Budgeting Processes. Along with these key priority areas that constitute UN Women mandate, UN Women interventions in Georgia are anchored in the UN Country Team’s Partnership for Sustainable Development Framework with the government of Georgia. The United Nations Joint Programme for Gender Equality in Georgia (UNJP4GE or the programme), funded by the Government of Sweden through the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida), is implemented jointly by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women), and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA). The current phase (Phase III) began on 1 July 2022 and ends 31 December 2026. The overall goal of the programme is to promote gender equality and women’s empowerment by strengthening capacities of government at both central and local levels and across the executive, legislative and judicial branches, engaging civil society and raising public awareness about gender equality. The target population of the programme is: society at large, women, men and youth and especially excluded groups of women such as IDPs and conflict affected populations, ethnic and religious minorities, female-headed households, victims/survivors of domestic violence and sexual violence and LGBTIQ+ individuals. In Georgia, current research points to widespread experiences of violence against women across the country. According to the second round of the National Study on Violence against Women in Georgia, conducted by GeoStat and UN Women in 2022 with generous funding from the EU, 37.2% of men and 21.4 of believe that violence between husband and wife is a private matter and others should not intervene (GEOSTAT, UN Women and the EU, National Study on Violence against Women in Georgia 2022. Available at; https://georgia.unwomen.org/en/digital-library/publications/2023/12/national-study-on-violence-against-women-in-georgia-2022). Intimate partner violence, as well as early and forced marriage, are among the most prevalent forms of violence against women in Georgia. These types of violence cut across all divisions of income, culture, and class. Despite its scale and socioeconomic impact, violence against women remains largely underreported and under-researched in key areas. The same study showed that 26.5 per cent of women (aged 15–69) reported having experienced some form of physical, sexual and/or psychological intimate partner violence in their lifetime; some 23.7 per cent of women experienced psychological abuse; 8.4 per cent experienced economic abuse; and 7.7 per cent experienced physical and/or sexual violence by a partner during lifetime with 0.9 per cent within the preceding 12 months. UN Women has been supporting national partners to end violence against women and girls and domestic violence (VAWG/DV) since 2010. Throughout the past decade, technical assistance has been provided to the Government of Georgia to align national legislation and policies with the relevant international legal frameworks and standards. To enhance implementation of the laws and policies, UN Women Georgia has supported the establishment of specialized services for survivors of domestic violence, such as the first state-run shelters, crisis centers and hotlines and rehabilitation programmes for perpetrators. Furthermore, UN Women has worked with the Government in developing the institutional and individual capacities of key service providers in the area of VAWG/DV. Strategic litigation on sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) is an important tool to address the structural obstacles that survivors face to access justice and protection—challenges that are particularly acute in the context of conflict, post-conflict and insecurity (OHCHR, Workshop Report – Strategic litigation for sexual and gender-based violence: Lessons learned (2019)). These include, for instance, the following: lack of acknowledgement of SGBV as a human rights violation and failure to recognize those who have been subjected to it as victims; prevalence of stigma, combined with persistent gender stereotypes, which impacts the ability of victims/survivors to disclose and share with others the harm experienced; lack of trust in institutions, which further deters victims from lodging formal complaints; gaps in domestic legislation and the implementation of laws and procedural frameworks, which are not protective of victims’ rights; gaps in investigatory capacities, which further undermine the prosecution of cases of sexual violence before the courts and other accountability mechanisms; the granting of reparations being an exception and often failing to meet the minimum demands of the survivors; and further harm against victims and human rights defenders, including intimidation, threats, harassment and other acts of violence of a sexist nature. In order to enhance victims’ access to justice and contribute to legislative or societal transformation, under the UN Joint Programme for Gender Equality (UNJP4GE), UN Women aims to support Strategic SGBV litigation, comprising of initiatives and interventions to bring cases of SGBV before judicial or quasi-judicial bodies (domestic, regional or international jurisdictions) with the aim to achieve greater protection and enjoyments of human rights, in addition to obtaining justice and redress in a specific case (These forms of interventions are also known as ‘impact litigation’, ‘test case litigation’, ‘cause lawyering’ and ‘public interest litigation’, among others. See also the Open Society Justice Initiative collection on strategic litigation, especially Strategic Litigation Impacts: Insights from Global Experience (New York, 2018).). This includes enforcing existing legislation or clarifying its meaning, reviewing or amending legislation, regulations or policies, developing jurisprudence, raising awareness at the national or international level on particular issues, and combating stigma or addressing the consequences of sexual violence on victims. For this purpose, UN Women will recruit a National Consultants – Legal Experts for strategic litigation on issues regarding VAWG/DV, LGBTIQ+ and women with disabilities, who will be responsible for engaging with relevant survivors and representing their interests before judicial or quasi-judicial bodies at national and international levels. The consultants will work under overall supervision of UN Women Country Representative and Deputy Country Representative and day to day management and oversight of UN Women EVAW Programme Specialist and Project Analysts as relevant , and will be supported by Project Assistant, who will be the point of contact on the contract and payment issues. The consultants should provide reports to UN Women, describing the completed work in a reporting format provided by UN Women. The reports should be submitted by 20th of each month worked. Description of Responsibilities /Scope of Work: The national consultants will be responsible: - Provide expert legal analysis and advice on cases related to violence against women and girls (VAWG), domestic violence (DV), discrimination and violence against LGBTIQ+ persons, and women with disabilities, in line with national legislation and international human rights standards; - Identify, assess, and develop strategic litigation cases with the potential to advance legal protection, accountability, and systemic change, including cases before national courts and quasi-judicial bodies, as well as international and regional human rights mechanisms; - Engage directly with survivors adhering to ethical standards and survivor safeguarding obligations by applying a survivor‑centred, trauma‑informed, gender‑responsive, and disability‑inclusive approach, ensuring informed consent, confidentiality, safety, and respect for survivors’ rights and agency; - Represent survivors’ interests, or support their legal representation, before judicial and quasi‑judicial bodies at national, regional, and international levels, including the preparation and submission of complaints, applications, legal briefs, appeals, and amicus curiae submissions, as applicable; - Draft and review legal documents, including strategic litigation strategies, legal opinions, case summaries, submissions to courts or treaty bodies, and follow‑up on decisions and recommendations issued by judicial or quasi‑judicial mechanisms; - Conduct legal research and comparative analysis on relevant case law, legislation, and jurisprudence related to VAWG, DV, LGBTIQ+ rights, and the rights of persons with disabilities, including treaty body practice and regional human rights mechanisms; - Support the use of international human rights mechanisms, including UN treaty bodies, Special Procedures, and regional mechanisms, by contributing to individual complaints, communications, and follow‑up advocacy efforts; - Coordinate closely with civil society organizations, survivor advocates, legal aid providers, and other stakeholders to strengthen case development, referral pathways, and protection mechanisms for survivors; - Contribute to risk assessments and mitigation measures related to strategic litigation, including potential backlash, re‑traumatization risks, and protection needs of survivors and human rights defenders; - Support documentation, monitoring, and reporting on strategic litigation cases and outcomes, ensuring accurate record‑keeping and timely inputs for programme reports, while maintaining strict confidentiality and data protection standards; - Provide technical inputs to capacity‑building activities, knowledge products, or policy discussions related to strategic litigation, access to justice, and accountability for VAWG, DV, discrimination, and violence against LGBTIQ+ persons and women with disabilities, as requested; - Perform any other related tasks within the consultant’s area of expertise as required for the successful implementation of the programme. Consultant’s Workplace and Official Travel: This is a home-based consultancy. As a part of this assignment, there might be need to travel to regions of Georgia (up to 20 trips during the contract period). Competencies: Core Values: - Integrity; - Professionalism; - Respect for Diversity. Core Competencies: - Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues; - Accountability; - Creative Problem Solving; - Effective Communication; - Inclusive Collaboration; - Stakeholder Engagement; - Leading by Example. Please visit this link for more information on UN Women’s Values and Competencies Framework: Functional Competencies: - Commitment to continuous improvement - Risk management - Partnerships building - Resilience - Negotiation Required Qualifications: Academic Background: - University degree (Master’s) in law; - Bachelor’s degree law in combination with additional two years of relevant working experience might be considered in lieu of the master’s degree. Relevant Work Experience: - At least five (5) years (seven (7) years in case of a bachelor’s degree) of professional experience working as a licensed attorney‑at‑law, with active membership in good standing of the Georgian Bar Association, including experience in litigation before national courts. - At least five (5) years (seven (7) years in case of a bachelor’s degree) of relevant professional experience in the field of gender equality and women’s rights, including legal work related to violence against women and girls (VAWG) and/or domestic violence. - At least five (5) years (seven (7) years in case of a bachelor’s degree) demonstrated experience in strategic litigation or legal advocacy in cases related to human rights, non‑discrimination, or access to justice, including engagement with judicial or quasi‑judicial bodies at national and/or international levels. - At least five (5) years (seven (7) years in case of a bachelor’s degree) experience cooperating with civil society organizations, legal aid providers, or international organizations on litigation, legal reform, or accountability initiatives related to gender equality and human rights. - Experience addressing intersectional discrimination, including cases involving LGBTIQ+ persons and/or women with disabilities, is considered a strong asset. Languages: - Fluency in Georgian and good knowledge of English is required. Statements: In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment. Diversity and inclusion: At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need. If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application. UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women’s policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.) Note: Applicants must ensure that all sections of the application form, including the sections on education and employment history, are completed. If all sections are not completed the application may be disqualified from the recruitment and selection process.

Title: Staff Attorney - Veteran's Team (Full-Time) Location: Tampa United States Job Description: Bay Area Legal Services is seeking to fill a full-time attorney on its Veteran's Team. Bay Area Legal Services (BALS) is seeking to fill a full-time Staff Attorney position on our Veterans Law Center (VLC) Team. Staff Attorneys will facilitate or directly provide qualified legal services to low-income clients to meet their civil legal needs. The VLC provides high quality legal services to veterans in a variety of areas including but not limited to family law, landlord-tenant, home ownership, public benefits, and veterans' benefits. The attorney hired will be responsible for telephone intake and brief services statewide through our Veterans Legal Helpline, as well as intake and extended representation in Bay Area Legal Services' service areas. Community outreach, presentation development and delivery, and community partner engagement are strong components of the job responsibilities. Applicants should expect to travel for these activities as necessary. The position will be supervised by the Team Leader of the VLC. Office Location Ybor City 1302 N 19th Street Suite 400 Tampa, FL 33605 This position is hybrid, 3 days in office and 2 days remote. Illustrative Duties: - Interview applicants over the telephone and in person to provide eligible veterans with legal advice, brief services, and representation as appropriate. Document all client case information and related time spent in case management system accurately and timely. - Ensure compliance with Legal Services Corporation (LSC) or other grantor requirements. - Communicate with clients to learn about their legal needs and concerns, counsel, advise and refer them to appropriate public agencies or other community resources for additional services. Explain legal options and possible outcomes or risks to their attention. - Develop and implement strategies to resolve cases favorably. Prepare legal documents such as advance directives and pleadings accurately and in a timely manner. Conduct legal research. Negotiate settlement of cases with opposing attorneys or parties. Prepare necessary correspondence relating to services rendered. Create and maintain relationships with community organizations and funding partners. Attend team meetings and collaborate with other attorneys on case questions. - Provide full representation to veteran clients in Bay Area Legal Services' service area, including appearances in court proceedings - Community outreach as necessary to increase awareness of free legal services for veterans. - Supervise junior attorney, legal assistants and activities of other legal personnel (legal interns, paralegals etc.) - Assist other poverty program components as needed and offer advice in public relations, participates in appropriate community activities. This includes participation in BALS in-house committees and outside community/Florida Bar events when asked or needed. - Stay informed about current legislation, especially assigned legal specialties. Attend Continuing Legal Education (CLE) courses and/or other trainings to maintain knowledge in areas of expertise or gain new knowledge. - Participate in appropriate community and statewide activities to support and promote and further the work of Bay Area Legal Services. - Assist the supervisor or Team Leader in preparing statistical reports. - Assist in developing and updating appropriate legal advice and brief services letters, legal instructional materials and other written materials as requested by the Team Leader. - Perform other duties as designated by the Team Leader. Minimum Qualifications: - Juris Doctorate (JD), Florida Bar licensed and in good standing with the Bar - 2 years of attorney experience - Demonstrated ability to work in an independent but closely supervised environment - Excellent verbal communication skills - Excellent prioritization skills and ability to meet deadlines - Experience with legal database systems to document case assignments - Sympathetic and compassionate understanding of the social, economic, and legal issues faced by low-income individuals with limited access to such services - Ability to relate well and effectively with diverse groups and individuals - Ability to work closely and cooperatively with other team members - Ability to travel to counties within the service area to meet with clients, perform outreach, and make presentations Desirable Qualifications: - Familiarity and experience with poverty law issues, including but not limited to family law, landlord-tenant, and public benefits - Familiarity with Veterans Benefits law - Knowledge of trauma-informed lawyering practices - Familiarity and experience working with a wide range of social service agencies - Internet, e-mail, and word processing experience in a Windows-based environment - Prior experience working with the veteran population and/or prior military service Compensation: - Starting salary $71,480.00/yr. (increases based on relevant experience). - Reimbursement for travel expenses for work events (mileage etc.) - Bay Area offers a comprehensive benefit package including a 4% match for the 403b retirement plan with immediate vesting as well as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability coverage and more. - Bay Area also offers generous time off and work life balance with 13 paid holidays and three (3) weeks' vacation for the 1st year of employment and a 37.5-hour work week. See a list of all full-time and part-time employee benefits. This position requires successful completion of a level II background screening based on the required duties and responsibilities. https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ How to Apply: - Send your resume and cover letter to recruiting@bals.org - Include where you applied for this position (ex: bals.org, LinkedIn, Indeed, etc.).