Senior Associate Counsel

Poppulo (Formerly Newsweaver)•Denver, CO

39d•$135,000 - $180,000

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Senior Associate Counsel to join our in-house legal team at a growing software company. This is a generalist role with an emphasis on complex contract drafting and negotiation, supporting the business across commercial, corporate, employment, data privacy, intellectual property, and artificial intelligence matters. The ideal candidate is a strategic negotiator and trusted legal advisor who can manage risk while enabling business growth in a fast-paced technology environment.

Requirements

Exceptional contract drafting and negotiation skills
Strong business judgment and risk-based decision-making
High ethical standards and strong commitment to confidentiality and professional integrity
Clear, concise communicator with a collaborative approach
Comfortable operating independently in a fast-paced environment
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
6+ years of legal experience, with significant in-house or technology-sector experience
Deep experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts
Broad generalist background across corporate, employment, privacy, and IP matters
SaaS or software industry experience
Familiarity with global data privacy frameworks
Experience advising on AI-related legal issues

Responsibilities

Contract Negotiation & Commercial Support Lead the drafting, review, and negotiation of a wide range of commercial agreements, including SaaS, licensing, customer, vendor, partner, and data processing agreements
Serve as the primary legal partner for the sales and procurement disciplines on contract strategy and risk allocation
Develop and maintain templates, playbooks, and contracting standards to support scalable growth
Legal Advice & Counsel Provide practical, business-oriented legal advice across day-to-day operational matters
Identify legal risks early and recommend solutions aligned with commercial objectives
Corporate & Governance Support corporate governance, entity management, and strategic transactions
Assist with M&A, integrations, and other corporate initiatives as needed
Employment Law Advise on employment-related issues, including hiring, terminations, policies, and employee relations
Draft and review employment agreements and workplace policies
Data Privacy, IP & Technology Advise on data privacy compliance (e.g. GDPR, CCPA) and contractual privacy obligations
Support intellectual property matters, including licensing, open-source use, and IP protection and assist with management of the company's trademark portfolio
Provide legal guidance on emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence
Compliance & Risk Management Support compliance programs, internal policies, and regulatory monitoring
Assist with risk assessments, audits, and incident response
Collaboration & Legal Operations Partner closely with cross-functional stakeholders and manage outside counsel
Maintain accurate legal records and contribute to efficient legal processes