Overview
A legal team is seeking a Commercial Counsel with expertise in negotiating complex real estate, workplace services, and commercial transactions. This role involves managing relationships with cross-functional partners including Real Estate/Workplace, Engineering Services, Outsourced Services, and Benefits teams.
Responsibilities
- Independently negotiate a high volume of complex agreements related to real estate, workplace services, benefits vendors, SaaS, and other commercial transactions in a fast-paced environment.
- Provide legal counsel on data security, data privacy, AI, and general commercial risks associated with transactions.
- Deliver practical, business-focused legal advice that ensures a seamless and efficient experience for internal clients.
- Manage outside counsel and contract attorneys.
- Collaborate with internal business partners, attorneys, and contract managers to develop scalable global processes and systems.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree with at least 4 years of experience negotiating complex real estate and commercial transactions.
- Preferably at least 1 year of in-house legal experience.
- Experience negotiating workplace, outsourced services, and engineering service agreements.
- Comfort handling SaaS agreements and addressing data privacy, data security, and general commercial legal concerns.
- Strong communication skills, especially the ability to clarify legal jargon and contract structures.
- Collaborative team player with strong relationship-building skills across organizations.
- Proactive problem solver who anticipates needs and offers solutions in partnership with business teams.
Location and Work Model
- This position requires in-person collaboration 1-2 times every 6 months and can be based anywhere in the United States.
- The role is not eligible for relocation assistance.
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary range: $132,415 to $272,619 USD annually.
- Position is eligible for equity compensation.
- Final salary is determined based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and expertise.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The employer is an equal opportunity organization that makes employment decisions based on merit. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable laws. Accommodations are available for applicants requiring medical or religious support during the application process.
Additional Information
- This opportunity is open to U.S.-based applicants only.