Job Title: Legal Counsel (Commercial)
Job Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with Sales, Operations, Product Management, Finance, and Accounting teams to develop and negotiate various commercial contracts, including sales, procurement, channel, OEM, licensing, support, services, and marketing agreements.
- Provide legal advice on potential risks related to commercial transactions and offer creative, practical solutions to meet business goals.
- Advise on legal and strategic business matters to foster long-term relationships with key partners, supporting commercial aspects of the company's products and programs.
- Assist in developing form agreements, establishing best practices, and leading training initiatives to drive continuous improvement in legal processes.
- Contribute to the development of scalable processes to support the rapid growth of the business.
- Stay updated on applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards that impact commercial agreements and guide the business accordingly.
- Support the company's efforts in maintaining regulatory and compliance standards across various business functions.
- Contribute to other legal projects and tasks that arise across the organization, expanding your scope of impact.
Education and Experience Information:
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant legal experience, with at least 3 years in an in-house legal role.
- Practical experience in complex contract negotiations, with a strong understanding of business processes and commercial contract terms.
- Knowledge of the Server/Storage/Cloud Computing industry is a plus.
- Strong written communication and influencing skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail, excellent time management skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams (technology, legal, finance, marketing, HR).
- High degree of professionalism, integrity, discretion, and confidentiality.
- A problem-solving mindset, with the ability to ask key questions, identify issues, and develop creative solutions in a fast-paced environment.
- A flexible attitude, with the ability to drive change constructively and adapt to new challenges.
- Active membership in at least one state bar; candidates with a JD and an interest in business law are also encouraged to apply.
Salary Information:
- Salary Range: $100,000 - $150,000
- The salary offered will depend on several factors, including location, level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience, and comparison to other employees already in this role.
- In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as participation in bonus and equity award programs.
Additional Information:
- Competitive Compensation and Benefits: The company provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
- Impactful Work: The role will directly contribute to the legal and commercial success of the company, helping navigate a dynamic and rapidly evolving market.
- Growth Opportunities: The company is committed to employee development, offering opportunities for career advancement and skills growth.
- Collaborative and Inclusive Culture: The successful candidate will be part of a supportive, innovative team that values collaboration and fosters a positive working environment.
EEO Statement:
The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in its employee population. It is the policy of the company to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.
