Senior Counsel, Commercial

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California, +5 more states.

📋 Description

• Assume responsibility for reviewing, negotiating, drafting, and managing a diverse array of legal agreements.

• Provide guidance to Twilio’s internal stakeholders on contract interpretation and negotiation strategies.

• Advocate for Twilio’s mission, ethics, and integrity by ensuring compliance with the company's policies, safeguarding against risk, adhering to relevant local laws and regulations, and aligning with Twilio’s core values.

• Endeavor to comprehend the context of Twilio’s customers’ positions and the requests from internal clients. Aim to resolve issues and address challenges from their viewpoints.

• Assess and prioritize which matters and issues warrant your attention at any given time.

⛳️ Requirements

• J.D. with strong academic credentials and a proven track record of success as an attorney.

• Licensed member of the local State Bar or eligible to register as Registered In-House Counsel.

• Over 6 years of experience in commercial transactions, including at least 4 years negotiating complex technology agreements (e.g., SaaS).

• Experience in supporting a large sales organization.

• Proficient in structuring, drafting, and negotiating a high volume and wide range of commercial contracts, including Master Services Agreements, Professional Services Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements, etc.

• Demonstrated ability to provide entrepreneurial, quick-thinking, pragmatic, business-oriented advice and recommendations that effectively balance legal risks with business rewards.

• Capable of simplifying complex legal concepts so that non-lawyers can grasp the issues and associated risks.

• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to advocate for a position while maintaining a collaborative and open-minded approach.

• Skilled in managing a heavy workload, setting appropriate expectations with internal clients, and delivering results efficiently.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive pay

• Generous time off

• Ample parental and wellness leave

• Healthcare

• Retirement savings program

• Equity plan (may be eligible)

• Corporate bonus plan (generally eligible for all roles)