Counsel

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Draft and negotiate vendor and procurement agreements, which encompass technology agreements, software licenses, SaaS and business tooling agreements, enterprise systems and platforms, marketing and event agreements, facilities-related agreements, professional services agreements, and AI tools.

• Collaborate with internal teams to oversee vendor governance, establish policies, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

• Negotiate aspects of procurement agreements pertaining to privacy, information security, regulatory compliance, insurance, and data protection.

• Work in partnership with legal and non-legal teams to address procurement-related matters.

• Provide guidance on contract disputes and issues that arise from vendor agreements.

• Develop and enhance procurement processes, standard terms, templates, and playbooks tailored for a high-volume contracting environment.

• Offer legal and strategic business counsel to ensure agreements are in alignment with internal corporate policies and procedures.

• Support the company's global operations and procurement initiatives.

• Report directly to a Deputy General Counsel as one of the initial members of the legal team.

⛳️ Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree with membership in at least one state bar and eligibility to practice in your state of residence.

• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in drafting and negotiating commercial transactions, with preference for experience supporting procurement agreements.

• A strong work ethic and a self-starter attitude, complemented by a growth mindset.

• Flexibility in working hours to accommodate a global enterprise environment.

• Detail-oriented with the capability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, possessing strong project management and organizational skills, and performing well under pressure and deadlines.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Good judgment, a strong business acumen, and the ability to convert legal risks into practical commercial advice aligned with business objectives.

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and management skills; capable of building trust and fostering solid relationships with the procurement team and cross-functional stakeholders.

• Experience in supporting a high-growth infrastructure SaaS company.

• A proven track record of acting with urgency and excelling in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

🏝️ Benefits

• Equity grant

• Generous benefits