Job Title: Commercial Counsel
Job Responsibilities:
The Commercial Counsel at the company is responsible for providing guidance on a wide range of commercial legal issues. This includes drafting and negotiating various agreements such as Order Forms, Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Data Privacy Agreements (DPAs), and Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs). The role involves responding to compliance-related requests from internal parties, clients, and other external stakeholders. The Commercial Counsel acts as a trusted advisor to key stakeholders, utilizing skills in contract negotiation, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Key responsibilities include:
- Independently reviewing, drafting, and negotiating customer SaaS agreements, including MSAs, Order Forms, DPAs, and NDAs, while identifying and managing risk for the company.
- Maintaining and improving existing sales contracting processes and working on other legal and compliance projects.
- Collaborating with Sales, Finance, Deal Desk, Information Security, Product, and other teams to negotiate contracts and work on cross-functional projects.
- Ensuring compliance with the company's policies and applicable laws.
- Keeping up to date with developments in relevant practice areas, including data privacy, commercial law, and other applicable regulations.
Education and Experience Information:
- A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school with admission to a state bar is required.
- A minimum of 3 years of legal experience, with a focus on drafting and negotiating SaaS, software licensing, and other technology-related contracts, including MSAs, Statements of Work (SOWs), and NDAs.
- A solid understanding of commercial contract terms such as intellectual property rights, indemnification, and limitations of liability, with the ability to translate that understanding into redlines and articulate it in negotiations.
- Basic knowledge of data privacy laws such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA); experience in negotiating Data Privacy Agreements is a plus.
- Excellent negotiating, legal drafting, and communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- An agile thinker who can pivot quickly without sacrificing the quality of work.
- A team player who exhibits excellent client service and professionalism.
- Ability to meet deadlines and maintain composure in a fast-paced environment.
Salary Information:
The base pay range for the Commercial Counsel position is $140,000 to $165,000 per year. This may include additional on-target commission pay or bonuses. The base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Stock options and other incentive pay may be provided as part of the compensation package, along with a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, depending on the position ultimately offered.
The company is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture where all employees, referred to as "Inkers," can thrive. They encourage applications from individuals who are excited about the role but may not meet every single qualification mentioned. The company values differences, which bring a breadth of knowledge and perspectives that make the organization collectively stronger.
The company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming and employing people regardless of race, color, gender identity or expression, religion, genetic information, parental or pregnancy status, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ethnicity, family or marital status, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.
