Lead Counsel (Remote)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Counsel - REMOTE. As a Senior Counsel, you will be integral to the success of our partner in navigating complex legal landscapes. This role requires a strong subject matter expert who will manage legal matters related to commercial contracts, ensuring the company’s interests are adequately protected. You'll collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners to mitigate risk and enhance operational efficiency. Your leadership will empower the team to foster a culture of accountability and inclusivity in legal processes.

Accountabilities

• Work closely with internal sales team as well as vendors and customers to mitigate risk.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts, including hardware, software, professional services, subcontractor, non-disclosure, and vendor agreements.
• Lead contract negotiations with sophisticated counter-parties.
• Propose and assist with developing tools to improve contractual processes and documentation.
• Train and manage lawyers.
• Manage outside counsel as assigned and as needed.
• Manage and respond to disputes related to contracts with opposing parties.
• Create and update templates and processes as necessary.
• Assess and minimize sources of risk, with appropriate escalations as necessary.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum Required – Juris Doctor, member of good standing of a state bar, at least 5 years of legal experience.
• Preferred – Experience in one or more of these areas is preferred: commercial contract negotiation, government contracts, data security, litigation.
• Experience in a contracts group, as in-house counsel, or in corporate law.
• Experience managing people.
• Expertise in drafting and reviewing a broad range of commercial contracts, with a focus on technology contracts.
• Ability to juggle high volume and multiple projects, which will require timely decisions.
• Customer/client-focused orientation.
• Strong analytical skills and verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent business judgment, attention to detail, and self-motivation.
• Must be a member in good standing of a state Bar.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid company holidays
• Paid time off
• Paid parental and caregiver leave
• Plus more! See benefits for additional details.

Why Apply Through Jobgether?

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

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