Counsel, Partnerships & Commerce

Toast • New York, NY

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About The Position

Toast creates technology to help restaurants and local businesses succeed in a digital world, helping business owners operate, increase sales, engage customers, and keep employees happy. Join Toast's growing Legal team as an experienced Counsel. You will be a key advisor supporting the company's growth, primarily executing strategic partnership deals with our business development team (~75%). You will also support our commerce and sales teams on various sales agreements, including enterprise deals (~25%).

Requirements

• A J.D. from an ABA-accredited U.S. law school, and membership in good standing to at least one state bar.
• 5+ years of experience negotiating commercial contracts. A mix of experience at a large law firm and in an in-house legal department (preferably in the tech sector) is preferred.
• Strong business acumen and a commercial mindset, with the ability to quickly balance legal and business risks and devise creative, practical solutions for audiences in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Experience working with fast paced technology, software or fintech companies.
• Passion for collaborating with a wide range of people in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with data privacy regulations, such as GDPR and CCPA.
• Knowledge of financial services and related legal issues.
• Experience with broad range of corporate legal transactions (e.g., M&A and investment agreements, lease agreements, credit agreements).

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements with a focus on strategic partnership agreements and sales contracts. This includes partnership agreements, customer agreements, non-disclosure agreements, SaaS subscription agreements, terms of use, vendor agreements, and other commercial or technology licensing agreements.
• Work closely and collaboratively with cross-functional stakeholders to identify and provide strategic advice and counsel on legal issues impacting Toast’s products, business, and customers.
• Support the development and maintenance of legal resources (e.g., templates, playbooks, and training materials) to help business stakeholders develop innovative and compliant products and services.
• Collaborate with other members of the Legal and Compliance teams on complex issues, ensuring consistent and expert advice on products, services, and commercial deals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees