Commercial Counsel (Strategic Deals)

Kalshi•New York, NY

About The Position

Kalshi has defined a new category: prediction markets, allowing people to trade on the outcome of any events and turn any question about the future into a financial asset. Kalshi legalized prediction markets in the US, is the fastest growing financial market in America, and offers thousands of markets across various sectors including politics, economics, financials, weather, tech, AI, and culture. The company's vision is to build the largest financial market on the planet, with a mission to bring more truth to the world through the power of markets. Kalshi's culture emphasizes hiring talented people, working hard, and enjoying the climb, seeking ambitious and exceptional individuals to help build the next generation of financial markets. As Commercial Counsel (Strategic Deals), you will serve as a key legal partner to the business, enabling high-impact commercial relationships that drive revenue and long-term growth. In this role, you will own and negotiate complex strategic transactions, help scale contracting infrastructure, and advise cross-functional leaders on risk-aware deal structures. Over time, you will deepen your influence across sales, partnerships, and product, becoming a trusted counselor who balances speed, pragmatism, and sound legal judgment as the company grows.

Requirements

J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
2–6 years of legal experience, with meaningful time spent negotiating and advising on commercial or strategic transactions
Strong drafting and negotiation skills, with the ability to handle complex deal structures independently
Proven ability to deliver clear, practical legal guidance in a fast-paced, business-driven environment
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with comfort working cross-functionally with senior stakeholders
Sound judgment and a solutions-oriented mindset, balancing legal risk with commercial goals

Responsibilities

Lead drafting, review, and negotiation of complex commercial agreements, including strategic partnerships, enterprise customer agreements, licensing deals, and other revenue-generating transactions
Partner closely with Sales, Business Development, Finance, and Product to structure deals that align with business objectives while managing legal and regulatory risk
Provide practical, business-oriented legal advice on contract interpretation, deal strategy, and risk mitigation throughout the deal lifecycle
Develop and maintain scalable contract templates, playbooks, and negotiation guidelines to support a growing commercial organization
Support continuous improvement of contracting processes, including tools, workflows, and internal enablement for sales and partnerships teams
Stay current on relevant legal and regulatory developments impacting commercial transactions and advise the business accordingly