Overview
A rapidly growing technology company is seeking an experienced Commercial Counsel to join their expanding Legal team. This role involves working closely with the global go-to-market (GTM) team and contributing directly to the organization's growth. The position reports to the Director of Commercial Counsel and supports a remote-first work environment.
Responsibilities
- Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of contracts including SaaS and software licensing agreements, partnership, reseller and MSP contracts, distribution agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and vendor contracts.
- Collaborate with partner channel teams to facilitate and negotiate deals.
- Provide expert legal advice and support to sales and cross-functional teams, focusing on problem-solving, risk assessment, and execution of selected options.
- Utilize standardized contract review and risk-assessment processes, document contracts and obligations, and manage contracts using relevant tools and software.
- Coordinate with internal teams on issues related to privacy, security, compliance, and product as needed.
- Occasionally perform duties outside standard working hours due to remote work across multiple time zones.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a commercial in-house legal role at a technology company or equivalent technical experience.
- Proven experience drafting and reviewing contracts using standardized review and risk-assessment processes.
- Strong passion for law and technology, with eagerness to learn.
- Experience supporting and collaborating with sales and partner channel teams to meet business objectives within legal risk parameters.
- Ability to build consensus and align multiple internal and external stakeholders.
- Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with problem-solving and execution skills.
- Familiarity with business and legal operations systems such as Ironclad, Salesforce, and Guru.
- Comfortable working remotely and independently across different time zones.
- Strong sense of urgency and ability to work collaboratively in a team-focused environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including concise writing and clear cross-functional communication.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Juris Doctorate degree and a valid license to practice law in good standing.
Preferred Qualifications
- A great sense of humor and a customer service mindset.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $148,000 - $208,000, dependent on geographic location and candidate's knowledge, skills, and experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance.
- Paid holidays and paid time off.
- Fertility treatment benefit.
- 401(k) plan.
- Equity participation.
- Eligibility for a discretionary company-wide bonus.
Location
- Remote-first position with team members across the US and EMEA time zones.
Equal Opportunity
The organization is committed to diversity and inclusion and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other legally protected characteristics.