In-House Corporate Counsel (Contract | Remote U.S.)

Axway Software SA•Remote,

2d•$50 - $70•Remote

About The Position

This role is for an In-House Corporate Counsel (Contract) position, supporting a global software company. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the business by negotiating and managing commercial agreements, advising on legal and compliance matters, developing policies, resolving disputes, and partnering with leadership on strategic business initiatives. This is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced technology environment while working closely with Senior Corporate Counsel.

Requirements

J.D. from an accredited law school
Active membership in good standing with a U.S. state bar
At least 2 years of software licensing and commercial contracting experience
Strong negotiation, communication, and business partnership skills
Software licensing and service contract experience, in-house experience a plus.
General knowledge of laws and regulations applicable to corporations in general and software companies in specific.
Detail oriented.
Excellent time management, communications, decision making, presentation, human relations, and organizational skills.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work with various levels of company up to and including senior management
Strong business acumen and ability to adapt to changing needs of business.
Experience with emphasis on software law, IP rights, employment law, and compliance regulations licensing and commercial transactions
Knowledge of financial revenue recognition rules
A minimum of 3 years of legal experience
Member in good standing of a State Bar - Arizona

Responsibilities

Oversees, prepares and negotiates legal documents including software licenses, services agreements, vendor contracts, and nondisclosure agreements.
Privacy and security experience with data protection agreements and similar agreements.
Manages the legal activities of the company with the objective of protecting the company's interests and providing assistance to managers concerning how laws and regulations impact their functional areas.
Manage all documents through the legal process.
Prepares and reviews proposed contracts, formal agreements and other legal instruments.
Manages license compliance, audits of customers.
On a daily basis manages all software licensing activities and software contract activities.
Partners closely with Sales and other internal teams (including Sales, Finance, and Operations) with respect to legal matters and contract disposition.