Counsel, Commercial (Vendor Management)
Overview
A leading organization in the Finance & Insurance sector is seeking a Counsel, Commercial (Vendor Management) to join their legal team. This role involves supporting high-impact work that directly contributes to business performance and team success. The position requires collaboration across functions to advance priorities, solve complex problems, and deliver measurable outcomes. It offers the opportunity to influence both strategic direction and day-to-day execution in a fast-paced environment.
Location: Remote (U.S. based candidates only; no visa sponsorship available)
Compensation: $188,800 – $275,500 annually
Responsibilities
- Negotiate agreements with vendors as a key member of the in-house legal team
- Support internal sales and partnerships teams in customer and partnership agreement processes
- Collaborate with various departments to facilitate the sale of products and services
- Work jointly with Legal, Regulatory, and Compliance teams on key projects and initiatives
- Develop agreement templates and playbooks to improve efficiency and scalability within the Commercial Legal Team
- Provide practical legal advice while building strong relationships across teams
- Foster a positive and productive legal environment
Qualifications
- 3-6 years of experience in commercial contracts, including a mix of law firm and in-house experience
- Industry experience in FinTech, payments, financial services/banking, and/or software technology
- Understanding of U.S. regulatory matters related to payments and issuing
- Experience leveraging AI tools to enhance efficiency in legal processes
- Strong ownership mindset with the ability to complete complex projects swiftly and independently
- Excellent communication skills with a collaborative and accountable work style
- Advanced problem-solving skills to navigate challenges effectively
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Familiarity with legal contract management tools and document management software
- Experience with collaboration platforms such as Microsoft Teams and Slack
- Proficiency in AI tools for contract review and document automation
- Knowledge of legal research databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis
- Experience with vendor management systems and FinTech regulatory compliance tools
- Familiarity with performance tracking systems for legal teams
- Understanding of payment processing platforms such as Stripe or PayPal
Compensation & Benefits
- Flexible working environment with options for remote or office-based work
- Multiple health insurance plans
- Flexible time off policy
- Retirement savings plan with company contributions
- Equity options and Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Comprehensive family-forming benefits and up to 20 weeks of parental leave
- Access to free therapy, financial coaching, and legal advice
- Monthly stipend to assist with remote work expenses
- Annual development funds dedicated to employee growth
The organization is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates who may not meet every qualification but bring valuable backgrounds and perspectives.