Legal Counsel

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

📋 Description

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including but not limited to SAAS and product agreements, vendor contracts, service agreements, data acquisition and licensing agreements, and non-disclosure agreements.

• Implement process enhancements to facilitate smoother contract flows from sales to operations.

• Ensure that all contracts adhere to company policies and legal standards.

• Provide support to supply chain, sales, and various corporate functions in understanding contracting processes and procedures.

• Identify risks and benefits associated with different supply chain products and services.

• Advise various corporate functions on the enforceability, options, and risks involved in potential contract disputes.

• Collaborate with the product development team to draft sales agreements for new offerings.

• Conduct legal research to back contract negotiations and resolve legal challenges.

• Stay informed about relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends that could affect the company.

• Work closely with internal stakeholders such as procurement, finance, HR, and operations to provide legal guidance on contract-related issues.

• Effectively communicate with external parties during negotiations and discussions.

• Maintain flexibility and communicate cost risk analyses of opportunities to stakeholders.

• Assist in the development and implementation of compliance programs and policies.

• Help ensure compliance with legal and regulatory obligations across the organization.

• Understand regulatory requirements and offer multiple compliance pathways.

• Manage and execute processes for resolving basic contract disputes and outstanding fees.

• Develop litigation strategies and manage outside counsel through successful litigation resolution.

• Provide support for various legal matters as necessary, including human resources, litigation support, immigration, licensing, privacy law, and employment law.

• Assist in preparing legal documents and filings.

• Offer legal advice, monitor, and resolve pre-litigation business disputes.

• Help formulate and implement legal and commercial strategies.

• Manage interactions with outside legal counsel on key issues to mitigate operational risks and oversee litigation.

⛳️ Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

• Admission to the bar in any jurisdiction and eligibility to practice as in-house counsel in Texas.

• 5-7 years of experience in contract drafting and negotiation, preferably within an in-house setting.

• Strong knowledge of contract law and legal principles.

• Confidence in independent drafting and a keen interest in contract review/writing.

• Excellent business judgment.

• Strong interpersonal skills, sound judgment, and well-developed written and verbal communication skills to advise effectively at all organizational levels.

• Experience in managing litigation.

• Proficient in negotiating disputes and settlements prior to involving outside counsel.

• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.

• Experience in risk management.

• Previous experience managing outside counsel/litigation.

• Commitment to the highest ethical and professional standards; personal and professional integrity beyond reproach; unquestioned discretion in maintaining confidentiality.

• Seasoned and balanced business judgment, with a strong grasp of financial risk assessment and management.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.

• A collaborative and inclusive work environment.