Senior Corporate Counsel

Overview

This role involves providing independent legal advice on complex, high-value transactions and serving as a subject-matter expert in designated fields. The position requires managing high-risk contracts, negotiating complex agreements, and guiding junior legal staff. The legal professional will oversee privacy and compliance initiatives, identify potential risks, and collaborate with business leaders to address legal challenges.

Responsibilities

• Offer independent advice on complex, high-value transactions.
• Negotiate complex agreements and manage high-risk contracts.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior legal staff and paralegals.
• Direct and manage outside counsel on strategic or challenging matters.
• Oversee implementation of privacy and compliance initiatives; review contracts for compliance and privacy issues.
• Guide and track compliance programs, identifying and mitigating risks.
• Collaborate with business leaders on legal challenges across projects and workplace environments.
• Advise on legal best practices and recommend process improvements.
• Shape and implement departmental or functional strategic initiatives in consultation with senior legal leadership.
• Counsel internal stakeholders on employment and routine HR issues.
• Manage client relations by negotiating contracts and balancing legal risks with business goals.
• Handle multiple contracts, compliance issues, or disputes efficiently in a global context.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree or foreign equivalent.
• Membership in at least one U.S. state bar.
• Minimum of 10 years post-admission legal experience, including handling complex or high-value transactions.
• Substantial in-house corporate legal experience, preferably in technology or SaaS sectors.
• At least 5 years of experience in commercial contracting with significant exposure to technology agreements.
• Strong working knowledge of privacy regulations such as GDPR, ADA, CCPA, and COPPA.
• Experience designing and implementing privacy and compliance programs.
• Proven ability to independently handle business litigation and disputes.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain legal concepts clearly to business teams and tailor communication to different audiences.
• Proven track record of working effectively with cross-functional teams and external counsel.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing business needs.
• Familiarity with HR needs, labor, and employment law.

Preferred Skills

• Ability to build credibility with internal clients and maintain strong relationships with peers and external counsel.
• Strategic and tactical thinking with effective decision-making skills.
• Team-oriented mindset.
• A sense of humor.

Compensation & Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) savings plan with company match.
• Flexible planned paid time off.
• Generous sick leave.
• Employer-paid parental leave.
• Employer-paid short-term disability.
• Remote work flexibility.
• Inclusive and welcoming environment.
• Commitment to work-life balance and community involvement.

Location

This position supports a global business environment and offers remote work flexibility.