Managing Counsel, Commercial Contracts About the Company Innovative search engine analyzing companies' financial insights
Industry
Computer Software
Type
Privately Held, VC-backed
Founded
2008
Employees
1001-5000
Funding
$76-$100 million
Categories Search EngineFinanceFinTechInternetTechnologyInvestment BankingMedia & InternetSearch Engines & Internet PortalsAnalyticsArtificial IntelligenceMachine LearningSaaS Specialties semantic searchinvestment researchcompany researchcompetitive intelligencemarket intelligencesentiment analysisequity researchmarket researchand corporate strategy Business Classifications SAASB2B About the Role The Company is seeking a Managing Counsel of Commercial Contracts to join their dynamic legal team.
The successful candidate will be a key business partner, leading the drafting, review, and negotiation of a variety of commercial contracts, with a focus on revenue-generating agreements.
This role is pivotal in supporting the company's high-growth goals and will involve close collaboration with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Marketing, Information Security, Product, and Content.
The ideal candidate will have a J.D.
from a top law school, be admitted to practice law, and have at least 7 years' of experience in commercial contract law, particularly in the area of commercial software and technology subscription agreements.
Experience in managing a team and a strong background in business acumen, client service, and legal risk management are essential.
The role requires a professional with superior negotiation skills, the ability to manage a high volume of commercial contracts, and a commitment to providing responsive client service.
The Managing Counsel will also be responsible for growing and managing a team, creating and enhancing legal playbooks, and establishing processes to ensure the prompt attention of commercial contracts.
Proficiency in contract management software and experience in information security, data privacy, intellectual property, or financial services are a plus.
The ideal candidate will be energetic, authentic, and friendly, with a great sense of humor, and will be an effective communicator and relationship builder.
The company is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to a work environment that supports and respects all individuals.
Hiring Manager Title
VP, Legal
Travel Percent
Less than 10%
Functions Legal