Overview
A technology company specializing in AI infrastructure is seeking a Commercial Counsel to join their team in New York. This role supports a rapidly growing SaaS business and involves partnering closely with internal business teams across multiple regions including the US, EMEA, and APAC.
Responsibilities
- Review and negotiate SaaS and software licensing agreements with enterprise customers, collaborating with Sales, Finance, and Product teams to close deals.
- Review and negotiate various commercial agreements such as data processing, professional services, and partnership contracts.
- Develop and improve policies, templates, and processes to manage legal and business risks on a global scale.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree and membership in good standing of a U.S. state bar.
- Minimum of 3 years combined legal experience in-house and/or at a law firm, focusing primarily on commercial and technology transactions.
- Strong knowledge of SaaS and software licensing agreements.
- Working knowledge of GDPR and privacy laws.
- Proven track record of closing complex commercial agreements.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting a venture capital-backed or high-growth technology company.
- Ability to identify and address data protection issues in commercial transactions.
Desired Attributes
- Practical and solution-oriented with a willingness to engage hands-on.
- Excellent communication skills, capable of translating complex legal concepts into clear advice.
- Interest in machine learning technology and its applications.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary range: $99,000 to $145,000, determined by knowledge, skills, experience, and market location.
- Additional compensation includes discretionary bonuses, equity awards, and a comprehensive benefits package.
- Benefits include 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance; company-paid life insurance; voluntary supplemental life insurance; short and long-term disability insurance; flexible spending and health savings accounts; tuition reimbursement; employee stock purchase program participation; mental wellness benefits; family-forming support; paid parental leave; flexible childcare support; 401(k) with employer match; flexible paid time off; and catered lunches at office and data center locations.
Location & Work Environment
- Position is based in New York with a hybrid work environment prioritized.
- Remote work may be considered for candidates located more than 30 miles from an office, depending on role requirements.
- New hires attend onboarding at company hubs within their first month.
- Teams gather quarterly to support collaboration.
Additional Information
- This role requires compliance with U.S. export control regulations; applicants must be U.S. persons or eligible to access export-controlled information.
- The employer is an equal opportunity organization committed to inclusive hiring practices and providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.