Senior Commercial Counsel

Overview

A leading organization in the Enterprise Technology sector is seeking a Senior Commercial Counsel to join their team. This role involves leading technical initiatives focused on scalable systems, platform reliability, and operational transformation. The position requires collaboration across engineering, product, and business stakeholders to translate complex requirements into practical technology solutions. The Senior Commercial Counsel will have the opportunity to influence architecture, execution quality, and long-term innovation within a technology-driven environment.

Location: Remote (U.S. based candidates only; no visa sponsorship available)

Compensation: $170,000 – $200,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Lead the drafting and negotiation of commercial contracts related to sales
• Develop and improve legal playbooks to scale legal operations
• Advise on legal and business strategies to ensure consistent agreement terms
• Stay updated on relevant laws and regulations affecting commercial deals

Requirements

• J.D. from a top law school and admission to practice in at least one jurisdiction
• Minimum of 5 years' experience negotiating commercial software and technology contracts
• Experience managing a high volume of diverse commercial agreements
• Strong negotiation skills balancing legal risk with business needs
• Proven ability to build relationships with stakeholders during negotiations
• Preferred mix of law firm and in-house experience; exposure to the technology sector is a plus

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial software and technology subscription agreements
• Knowledge of Master Services Agreements, Statements of Work (SOWs), Order Forms, Data Processing Agreements (DPAs), and AI Addenda
• In-house experience at a technology company
• Familiarity with AI-related legal considerations
• Understanding of data privacy laws and information security protocols
• Knowledge of intellectual property regulations
• Exposure to financial services industry regulations
• Proficiency with contract management tools (e.g., DocuSign, ContractWorks)
• Experience using legal research databases (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis)
• Familiarity with collaboration tools (e.g., Slack, Microsoft Teams)
• Experience with project management software (e.g., Asana, Trello)

Benefits

• Remote work with flexible hours aligned to the Eastern Time zone
• Performance-based bonus and equity options
• Comprehensive benefits program supporting employee well-being

The organization is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates who may not meet every qualification but bring valuable backgrounds and perspectives.