Senior Commercial Counsel

Overview

An expanding in-house legal team is seeking a Senior Commercial Counsel to provide legal support primarily focused on commercial contract negotiation and business-oriented legal advice. This role reports to the Vice President & General Counsel and supports Sales, Strategic Partnerships, Procurement, Marketing, and Customer Success teams. The position also involves handling a variety of other legal and business matters across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support and advice on a broad range of commercial agreements, including SaaS agreements, partnership agreements, data processing agreements, and non-disclosure agreements
• Manage end-to-end contract processes: advising, drafting, negotiating, and preparing contracts for execution
• Partner with stakeholders across departments to drive business outcomes
• Assist in developing and operating company policies and procedures
• Identify, address, and escalate legal issues as they arise
• Collaborate cross-functionally on various legal matters to support business development and innovation
• Deliver clear, pragmatic legal advice to non-legal colleagues on commercial matters

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited U.S. law school with strong academic credentials
• Active membership in a recognized U.S. state bar
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in a law firm and/or in-house legal department
• Excellent negotiation and drafting skills related to financial and commercial transactions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively across multiple levels and departments
• Exceptional organizational and analytical skills, capable of prioritizing and managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Detail-oriented and committed to accuracy
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Adaptable and effective in dynamic environments
• Team player with a collaborative attitude
• Ability to work remotely in a rapidly scaling organization

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range in the United States: $184,000 - $230,000 USD
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Retirement plan with employer contributions
• Flexible time off
• Paid parental leave
• Monthly stipends for remote work and merchant expenses

Additional Information

• Interview recording, transcription, or use of AI notetaking tools during interviews is prohibited without prior written consent. Handwritten notes are permitted.
• Accommodations for interviews (e.g., captions) can be arranged upon request.
• The application window is anticipated to close on June 6, 2026.

Location

Remote-first position within a rapidly scaling organization.