Commercial Counsel (Remote East Coast)

About the Role

We are seeking an individual with a strong background in commercial contracts relevant to a technology company as it relates to our customers and vendors. Reporting to DataCamps General Counsel, this is a strategically important role that will help DataCamp achieve its goals at a time of dynamic growth. As our Commercial Counsel, you will support internal business partners and assist on a broad variety of transactional matters in a growing technology company by:

• Leading drafting and negotiation on a broad range of agreements (including Master Services Agreements, terms of service, services agreements, other SaaS agreements, and requests for proposals) supporting DataCamps business teams, with a primary focus of supporting the licensing of DataCamps products and services to its customers and channel partners and vendor software licensing.
• Independently identifying creative legal solutions for commercial transactions, including customer subscription agreements and data processing agreements.
• Collaborating closely with Sales, Operations, and Finance teams to shepherd deals to completion.
• Supporting procurement and requesting business teams on negotiation of vendor agreements.
• Driving the continuous improvement, scalability and operational excellence in the commercial negotiation process and execution of commercial agreements.
• Defining, building and implementing processes and technologies to effectively deliver legal support in a scalable manner to DataCamps rapidly expanding portfolio of enterprise customers.
• Develop and revise contract templates as necessary, based on changes in our product offerings, organization, and privacy laws.

You will be based out of our NY office and support transactions across all international offices (currently UK and Belgium).

What were looking for

• Minimum of 5+ years combined experience at a law firm and in-house at a global technology company drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, including good working knowledge of SaaS agreements, technology licensing, strategic deals, and channel agreements (such as resellers, distribution, MSP, etc.).
• Prior experience supporting a heavy volume of commercial transactions relevant to a technology company across various business functions in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to simultaneously manage several projects.
• Drive for efficiency and ability to leverage technology to optimize processes
• The ability to provide timely and effective legal advice in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently, set priorities, meet deadlines, and resolve complex problems with a thorough understanding of the changing legal needs of a fast-growing business.
• Clear, collaborative, and effective communication with business teams, especially sales teams.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Teamplayer with a sense of humor and strong work ethic who is comfortable working in a dynamic environment and collaborating with various internal teams.
• Willingness to travel and work flexibly on a varied schedule based on the needs of the team, including calls at odd hours as needed.
• Member of the New York Bar (in good standing), another US jurisdiction or England.

Its a plus if you have:

• Commercial SaaS experience is highly desired
• Specific experience with US government contracting
• Familiarity with privacy and security is a plus
• Interest and skill in developing scalable legal infrastructure.
• Experience working both in the US and Europe
• Affinity with data and/or e-learning