Overview
This role is for a Senior Commercial Counsel to join a global legal team remotely within the United States, preferably in the Eastern or Central Time Zones. The position primarily supports activities in North America, with occasional involvement in EMEA and APAC regions.
The organization is a technology company specializing in cloud solutions, helping cloud-driven businesses leverage data, technology, and expertise to optimize operations from planning through production. The company offers a cloud intelligence platform integrating advanced technology with human insight to address complex multi-cloud challenges and improve efficiency. It has extensive experience in Kubernetes, GenAI, CloudOps, and partners strategically with major cloud providers and distributors worldwide.
Responsibilities
- Draft and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including strategic transactions, partner agreements, license agreements, SaaS and professional service contracts, data processing agreements, and vendor contracts.
- Lead and provide legal support for channel partner activities, including MSPs, VARs, distributors, and system integrators.
- Assist with other legal matters such as product launch support, collections, human resources, and litigation.
- Manage day-to-day legal inquiries in collaboration with other legal team members and business units.
- Handle ad hoc legal tasks including corporate entity support, risk assessments, compliance documentation, and data privacy reviews.
Requirements
- Juris Doctorate (JD) degree.
- 8-12 years of substantive legal experience in an international corporate environment.
- Proven experience supporting sales teams in technology companies, with specific expertise in SaaS and channel partner programs.
- Preferred experience with product and offering launches.
- Commercial mindset with strong collaboration skills across cross-functional teams, understanding sales needs while managing legal risks.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects across different time zones.
- Self-driven, resourceful, results-oriented, and capable of meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in English; additional language skills are a plus.
Compensation & Benefits
- Unlimited paid time off (PTO).
- Flexible working options.
- Health insurance coverage.
- Parental leave.
- Employee stock option plan.
- Home office allowance.
- Professional development stipend.
- Peer recognition program.
Location
Remote within the United States, preferably in Eastern or Central Time Zones, with primary focus on North American operations and occasional support for EMEA and APAC regions.