Senior Legal Counsel

Skills
Business AdvisingContract NegotiationData PrivacyLawLegal AdviceLegal MattersLegal Writing
Role

What the job involves

The main requirements, responsibilities and hiring steps.

Requirements

  • Hold a law degree from a highly regarded law school
  • Admitted to at least one state bar
  • 5-10 years of experience in drafting, revising, and negotiating contracts globally, preferably in data and/or technology transactions
  • Proven track record of proactive and collaborative work with business teams
  • Familiarity with data protection and privacy topics
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage timelines
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills in English (French is a plus)
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment

Nice to have

  • Technology savvy
  • Venture-backed or start-up experience

Day to day

  • Provide first-class legal support for data and technology transactions globally
  • Serve as the lead lawyer and strategic business partner supporting European and US business
  • Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of agreements relating to the company’s products globally

Hiring process

  • Review applications
  • Initial screening interview
  • Legal case study assessment
  • Final interview