Senior Associate Counsel

Overview

A growing software company is seeking a Senior Associate Counsel to join their in-house legal team. This generalist legal role focuses on complex contract drafting and negotiation, supporting commercial, corporate, employment, data privacy, intellectual property, and artificial intelligence matters. The ideal candidate will be a strategic negotiator and trusted advisor who balances risk management with enabling business growth in a fast-paced technology environment.

Responsibilities

Contract Negotiation & Commercial Support

• Lead drafting, review, and negotiation of diverse commercial agreements including SaaS, licensing, customer, vendor, partner, and data processing agreements
• Act as primary legal partner for sales and procurement teams on contract strategy and risk allocation
• Develop and maintain contract templates, playbooks, and standards to support scalable growth

Legal Advice & Counsel

• Provide practical, business-oriented legal advice on day-to-day operational matters
• Identify legal risks early and recommend solutions aligned with commercial objectives

Corporate & Governance

• Support corporate governance, entity management, and strategic transactions
• Assist with mergers and acquisitions, integrations, and other corporate initiatives as needed

Employment Law

• Advise on employment-related issues including hiring, terminations, policies, and employee relations
• Draft and review employment agreements and workplace policies

Data Privacy, Intellectual Property & Technology

• Advise on data privacy compliance (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) and contractual privacy obligations
• Support intellectual property matters including licensing, open-source use, IP protection, and trademark portfolio management
• Provide legal guidance on emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence

Compliance & Risk Management

• Support compliance programs, internal policies, and regulatory monitoring
• Assist with risk assessments, audits, and incident response

Collaboration & Legal Operations

• Partner closely with cross-functional stakeholders and manage outside counsel
• Maintain accurate legal records and contribute to efficient legal processes

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• Minimum 6 years of legal experience, with significant in-house or technology-sector experience
• Extensive experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts
• Broad generalist background across corporate, employment, privacy, and intellectual property matters
• Experience in SaaS or software industry
• Familiarity with global data privacy frameworks
• Experience advising on AI-related legal issues

Technical Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional contract drafting and negotiation skills
• Strong business judgment and risk-based decision-making
• High ethical standards and commitment to confidentiality and professional integrity
• Clear, concise communication and collaborative approach
• Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced environment

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual base salary range: $135,000 - $180,000 plus variable compensation
• Salary varies based on qualifications, skills, competencies, and geographic location
• Company performance-related bonus
• Medical insurance with multiple plan options
• Accident and life insurance
• Flexible working hours and arrangements
• Educational assistance and in-house soft skills training
• Access to leading learning and development platforms

Location

The organization operates globally with offices in Ireland, the US, and the UK. Specific location details will be provided during the hiring process.