Commercial Legal Counsel - SaaS

We’re seeking a dynamic Legal Counsel with solid commercial transactions experience to support our global operations in several areas with a focus on sales transactions (including indirect/channel sales), strategic alliances, procurement, and other commercial support as assigned. In this role, you’ll work closely with leadership to ensure all commercial transactions comply with legal standards and conform to business requirements. If you’re a mid-level attorney looking for an exciting, fast-paced environment and have a knack for pragmatic and proactive collaboration, join us in shaping the future of our business.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide prompt and clear legal advice and guidance to leadership, sales, and various internal stakeholders within the company on a wide range of legal issues, including, but not limited to, contract positions relating to the global sale, purchase and integration of technology products, associated regulatory compliance, and information security/data privacy.
• Review, negotiate, and draft various agreements to ensure compliance with applicable laws and protect the organization's business interests.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external counsel to ensure all contractual relationships and policies meet legal and company standards.
• Prepare and conduct training to support the onboarding and ongoing education of sales and leadership team members on legal risks and compliance requirements.
• Assist with complex cross-functional strategic initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor, or equivalent, from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to, and in good standing with, the bar in at least one US jurisdiction.
• Minimum five years of experience practicing law with significant experience negotiating legal/commercial terms relevant to technology contracts, including prior experience in a corporate legal department.
• Experience with SaaS agreements or similar software licensing agreements.
• Demonstrated expertise in negotiating complex contractual arrangements with enterprise counterparties.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of and experience with laws, rules, and regulations related to cybersecurity, information security, and privacy.
• Expertise in identifying and resolving booking and revenue recognition issues in technology agreements.
• Work cooperatively with others within the organization and other cross-functional stakeholders.
• Work well in fast-paced, high-stress environments.
• Has predictable, reliable attendance.

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to advise internal stakeholders proactively and collaboratively.
• Creative, urgent, and collaborative approach to deal-making.
• Enthusiasm for proactively identifying and improving processes and policies.
• Strong sense of responsibility for supporting one’s clients and matters.
• Commitment to open communication with colleagues.

The salary for this role is between $160,000 - $175,000 per year + bonus