Commercial Counsel - Part-time

Overview

This role is within the Corporate Operations - Finance department, reporting directly to the CFO. It is a remote, non-exempt (hourly) position.

The organization is seeking an in-house Commercial Counsel to accelerate revenue growth by enabling faster and smarter deal closures. This position is highly cross-functional and business-facing, with success measured by both risk mitigation and the ability to help the business win and execute deals effectively. The role involves close collaboration with sales, finance, and other internal teams to support scaling revenue while protecting the company.

Responsibilities

• Own the contract lifecycle by drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of commercial agreements, including Master Service Agreements (MSAs), SaaS agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Statements of Work (SOWs), and vendor contracts.
• Partner closely with Sales, Customer Success, and Finance teams to facilitate deal progression efficiently and reduce friction.
• Apply sound judgment to distinguish real risks from perceived risks and provide practical, business-oriented solutions.
• Develop and standardize contract templates, fallback positions, and negotiation playbooks to streamline processes and reduce cycle times.
• Provide clear, actionable legal guidance to internal stakeholders, translating complex legal language into business impact.
• Balance risk management with enabling smart, calculated risk-taking to support revenue objectives.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with the CFO, sales leadership, and external counsel as needed.
• Identify bottlenecks in the contracting process and implement scalable improvements.

Qualifications

• 3 to 6 years of experience in commercial contracting, either in a law firm or in-house setting.
• Experience reviewing and negotiating B2B SaaS and/or enterprise commercial agreements.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and active bar membership.
• Strong familiarity with common contracting areas such as liability, indemnity, data privacy, and service level agreements (SLAs).
• Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in logistics, supply chain, or transportation technology sectors.
• Prior experience as in-house counsel supporting a sales organization.
• Exposure to data security and privacy frameworks.

Workload

This role is expected to average 10-15 hours per week initially, with the potential for increased hours as the organization grows.

Location

Remote position.