Legal Counsel

Overview

A leading organization in the Information Technology sector is seeking a Legal Counsel to join their team. This role involves delivering legal outcomes for customers and stakeholders, collaborating cross-functionally, and taking ownership of key priorities. The position offers opportunities for visibility, growth, and impact.

Location: Remote (US-based candidates only; no visa sponsorship available)

Compensation: $160,000 – $200,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead legal resource for regional legal issues and contract negotiations
• Provide legal advice and guidance on business matters to the leadership team
• Draft, review, and negotiate documentation for business transactions
• Support the EMEA-based Sales team in closing deals
• Evaluate and advise on privacy and data security matters related to SaaS agreements
• Collaborate with functional departments on legal aspects of business operations

Requirements

• Legal education from a US university
• 8+ years of experience as a qualified attorney in the US, preferably as in-house counsel in high-growth sectors such as cybersecurity or AI
• Strong skills in drafting commercial agreements and experience with SaaS deals in the EMEA region
• Familiarity with privacy matters including Data Processing Agreements and conducting privacy assessments
• Experience with data security in a SaaS environment
• Background in supporting channel business and partner program development

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SaaS (Software as a Service) agreements
• Knowledge of Data Processing Agreements and DORA Agreements
• Experience in cybersecurity and artificial intelligence (AI) related contracts
• Familiarity with EMEA employment matters and GDPR compliance
• Understanding of open source software licensing
• Knowledge of M&A legal processes
• Familiarity with data security frameworks such as the NIST Cybersecurity Framework
• Experience with risk assessments
• Understanding of software development processes and technologies

Benefits

• Additional days off for well-being
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a 3% company match
• Maternity and Parental Leave
• Mental health support for employees and their families
• Comprehensive health benefits package for employees and their families

The employer is an equal opportunity organization and encourages applications from candidates who may not meet every qualification but whose backgrounds could be valuable to the team.