Senior Global Strategic Accounts Counsel

Overview

A leading organization in the Information Technology sector is seeking a Senior Global Strategic Accounts Counsel. This role focuses on providing business-aligned legal guidance related to governance, compliance, and operational risk management. The position involves partnering with leadership, compliance stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to translate complex legal issues into practical recommendations that support responsible execution, improved decision-making, and sustainable growth within a technology-driven environment.

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

Compensation: $150,000 – $180,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Lead global customer negotiations and manage complex software transaction deals
• Collaborate with sales leadership to align legal requirements and ensure timely deal pipeline delivery
• Provide legal oversight aligned with strategic business objectives
• Support commercial transactions and mergers & acquisitions activities as needed
• Work with cross-functional teams to address financial and operational concerns
• Partner with compliance and cybersecurity teams to advise on transactions
• Regularly report on segment trends to influence commercial strategies

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Good standing with at least one U.S. state bar
• Minimum 15 years of experience in business and transactional law focused on technology
• At least 10 years of experience specifically in SaaS and software negotiations
• Extensive experience leading SaaS/software transactions to completion
• In-depth knowledge of technology sector commercial models, including software licensing and partnership agreements
• Strong understanding of global legal considerations in B2B software and SaaS transactions

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cross-border transactions, intellectual property rights, data privacy, and security
• Prior in-house legal experience or experience at national/regional law firms
• Familiarity with cloud-based contract lifecycle management (CLM) platforms
• Understanding of cybersecurity laws and regulations
• Knowledge of privacy compliance frameworks such as GDPR and CCPA
• Experience supporting M&A legal considerations and integration activities
• Familiarity with financial software tools or ERP systems
• Experience using negotiation software or tools to manage deal pipelines and customer negotiations efficiently

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive healthcare insurance coverage
• Pension and retirement matching plans
• Life insurance package
• Employee assistance program
• Generous time off policies

The employer is an equal opportunity organization and encourages applications from candidates who may not meet every qualification but bring valuable experience to the team.