Senior Legal Counsel (CST/EST)

Overview

A leading organization in the Information Technology sector is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join their team. This remote position is open to US-based candidates only (no visa sponsorship available). The role offers significant visibility, opportunities for growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate commercial agreements that align with business objectives while proactively addressing potential legal issues
• Lead legal support for mergers and acquisitions, including post-closing integration activities
• Manage collections and litigation matters in collaboration with finance and collections teams
• Efficiently track legal steps throughout the collections process
• Develop and maintain legal resources such as templates, policies, and training materials
• Handle day-to-day legal inquiries in cooperation with other legal team members and business units
• Address ad hoc legal matters including corporate support and risk assessments

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate (JD) degree required
• 8-12 years of legal experience in an international corporate environment
• Essential experience in mergers and acquisitions (M&A)
• Proven track record supporting sales teams in technology environments, preferably SaaS
• Commercial mindset with strong cross-functional collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience negotiating commercial agreements
• Understanding of data privacy regulations
• Familiarity with cloud technologies such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Microsoft Azure
• Knowledge of compliance and risk management frameworks related to cloud computing
• Experience with contract management systems to efficiently handle and track legal agreements and compliance documentation

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual salary range: $130,000 – $180,000
• Unlimited paid time off (PTO)
• Flexible working options
• Health insurance
• Parental leave
• Employee stock option plan
• Home office allowance
• Professional development stipend
• Peer recognition program

Location

• Remote (US-based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available)