Legal Counsel

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Legal Counsel based in United States.

As a Legal Counsel, you will serve as a trusted advisor across a broad spectrum of legal matters within a dynamic technology-driven environment. This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of commercial transactions, product development, data privacy, artificial intelligence, and corporate governance. You will partner closely with business leaders, product teams, and operational stakeholders to provide practical legal guidance that supports innovation and growth while effectively managing risk. From negotiating complex technology agreements to advising on emerging regulatory frameworks, you will play a key role in shaping strategic business decisions. The position is ideal for a commercially minded attorney who enjoys variety, thrives in fast-paced settings, and is eager to expand their expertise across multiple legal disciplines. Working directly with senior leadership, your contributions will have a meaningful impact on business operations, product strategy, and long-term success.

Accountabilities

• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a wide range of commercial agreements, including SaaS subscriptions, master service agreements, professional services agreements, service level agreements, partnership contracts, reseller agreements, referral agreements, vendor contracts, and non-disclosure agreements.
• Collaborate closely with Sales, Customer Success, Business Development, and operational teams to accelerate contract execution while balancing legal and commercial considerations.
• Act as product counsel by partnering with Product and Engineering teams throughout the product lifecycle to identify and mitigate legal, regulatory, intellectual property, and liability risks.
• Review product enhancements, integrations, APIs, and emerging technologies to ensure legal compliance and support innovation initiatives.
• Provide guidance on global data privacy regulations and compliance obligations, including data processing agreements, cross-border data transfer requirements, and privacy governance programs.
• Monitor and advise on emerging legal developments related to artificial intelligence, technology regulation, intellectual property, and data ethics.
• Manage litigation matters, disputes, investigations, and claims under the direction of senior legal leadership, coordinating effectively with external counsel when required.
• Support corporate governance, regulatory compliance, employment-related legal matters, and intellectual property protection initiatives.
• Develop and maintain legal templates, policies, procedures, playbooks, and operational frameworks to improve legal efficiency and scalability.
• Conduct risk assessments and provide practical, business-oriented legal advice to support strategic decision-making across the organization.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.), LL.B., or equivalent law degree from an accredited institution.
• Active membership in good standing with a relevant U.S. Bar Association or legal licensing authority.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of legal practice experience, ideally combining law firm training with in-house experience in a technology, software, or SaaS organization.
• Demonstrated experience negotiating and managing commercial technology agreements and enterprise-level contracts.
• Strong understanding of data privacy laws, compliance frameworks, and regulatory requirements, including experience with privacy-related contractual documentation.
• Familiarity with legal issues related to artificial intelligence, emerging technologies, data governance, intellectual property, or technology ethics.
• Ability to analyze technical concepts, product workflows, and software integrations through a legal and risk-management perspective.
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to provide pragmatic, solution-oriented legal guidance.
• Excellent legal drafting, negotiation, research, and analytical skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear business recommendations.
• Experience managing external counsel, litigation matters, or dispute resolution processes is an advantage.
• Self-motivated, highly organized, and capable of working effectively in a fully remote and collaborative environment.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of $150,000.
• Fully remote work environment with flexibility and autonomy.
• One-time home office allowance to support your remote workspace setup.
• Monthly internet stipend to help offset connectivity expenses.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and healthcare coverage.
• Retirement savings plans, including 401(k) and other applicable retirement programs.
• Annual fitness and wellness allowance.
• Mental health support through premium wellness and meditation resources.
• Access to professional development platforms, internal training programs, certification support, and annual learning budgets.
• Participation in leadership and high-potential talent development programs.
• Opportunity to work in a values-driven, growth-oriented, and high-performance culture.
• Exposure to innovative technologies, strategic business initiatives, and meaningful career development opportunities.

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