Senior Associate Counsel

Poppulo•Denver, CO

1d•$135,000 - $180,000

About The Position

Are you searching for an opportunity to play a key role in driving the dramatic growth of a highly successful software company? At Poppulo, we’re working on what’s next in communications and workplace technology. As a pioneer in this industry, we understand that meaningfully reaching every employee is hard. And so is managing office space in a hybrid world. And so is improving the customer and guest experience. We exist to make each of these things easier. We exist to bring harmony to our customers. And we do that at enterprise scale. Our omnichannel employee communications, customer communications, and workplace experience platform is trusted by over 6,000 organizations today, reaching more than 35M employees and delivering content to 500,000+ digital signs. We know there’s no such thing as a “perfect" candidate - we’re all a work in progress and are growing new skills and capabilities all the time. We encourage you to apply for a position with Poppulo even if you don’t meet 100% of the requirements. We believe in fostering an environment where there is a diversity of perspectives, in hopes that we can all thrive. 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

Nice To Haves

SaaS or software industry experience
Familiarity with global data privacy frameworks
Experience advising on AI-related legal issues

Responsibilities

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
Provide practical, business-oriented legal advice across day-to-day operational matters
Identify legal risks early and recommend solutions aligned with commercial objectives
Support corporate governance, entity management, and strategic transactions
Assist with M&A, integrations, and other corporate initiatives as needed
Advise on employment-related issues, including hiring, terminations, policies, and employee relations
Draft and review employment agreements and workplace policies
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
Support compliance programs, internal policies, and regulatory monitoring
Assist with risk assessments, audits, and incident response
Partner closely with cross-functional stakeholders and manage outside counsel
Maintain accurate legal records and contribute to efficient legal processes