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Role Description

Offer independent advice on complex, high-value transactions and serve as a subject-matter expert in designated fields.

• Negotiate complex agreements and independently manage high-risk contracts, while offering guidance to junior staff.
• Direct and manage outside counsel on strategic or challenging matters.
• Oversee the implementation of privacy and compliance initiatives and proactively spot potential risks for business leaders; review contracts for compliance/privacy issues.
• Guide and track compliance programs, identifying and mitigating risks in intricate scenarios.
• Work collaboratively with business leaders to address legal challenges in various projects, initiatives, or workplace environments.
• Advise on legal best practices, recommend and implement process improvements.
• In consultation with the Chief Legal Officer, shape and implement departmental or functional strategic initiatives.
• Counsel internal stakeholders on employment issues and rote HR concerns.
• Mentor paralegals and legal staff, overseeing daily operations, task allocation, and maintaining quality standards.
• Manage client relations by negotiating contracts and balancing legal risks with business goals for specific projects.
• Efficiently handle multiple contracts, compliance issues, or disputes in a global setting.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree or foreign equivalent; Membership in at least one U.S. state bar.
• 10+ years post-admission experience, including handling complex or high-value transactions.
• Substantial in-house corporate legal experience, ideally in technology - SAAS.

Requirements

• At least 5+ years of experience in commercial contracting, with substantial exposure to technology agreements.
• Strong working knowledge of privacy regulations (GDPR, ADA, CCPA, COPPA); experience with design and implementation of privacy and compliance programs.
• Proven ability to independently handle business litigation and disputes.
• Translate legal strategy into actionable guidance for complex or high-risk business decisions.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills including the ability to clearly explain legal concepts to business teams.
• Proven track record of effectively working with cross-functional teams and external counsel.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and pivot in accordance with changing business needs.
• Familiarity with HR needs/labor and employment law.

Other Skills

• Ability to build credibility with internal clients and relationships with peers and external counsel.
• Ability to think strategically and tactically, with effective decision-making skills.
• Ability to function in a team-oriented environment.
• A sense of humor.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Flexible Planned Paid Time Off
• Generous Sick Leave
• Inclusive & Welcoming Environment
• Purpose-Driven Culture
• Work-Life Balance
• Commitment to Community Involvement
• Employer-Paid Parental Leave
• Employer-Paid Short-Term Disability
• Remote Work Flexibility