Lead Commercial Legal Counsel

GitLab

United States
Base: not specified; bonus/equity: equity compensa...
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Negotiate complex commercial agreements
Manage enterprise software contracts
Advise sales leadership on risk
** GitLab is seeking a Lead Commercial Legal Counsel to manage complex commercial contracts across the Americas. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in commercial and technology transactions and thrive in a remote, fast-paced environment. **

Job Summary

  • This role involves independently leading strategic transactions and serving as a trusted legal partner to Sales across the Americas.
  • The successful candidate will negotiate complex agreements including enterprise software, SaaS, partnerships, and AI-related contracts.
  • GitLab offers flexible paid time off, equity compensation, and a growth fund to support professional development in an all-remote environment.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** GitLab is seeking a Lead Commercial Legal Counsel to manage complex commercial contracts across the Americas. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in commercial and technology transactions and thrive in a remote, fast-paced environment. **

Salary

Base: Not specified; Bonus/Equity: Equity Compensation & Employee Stock Purchase Plan included; Benefits: Flexible Paid Time Off, Home office support

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Negotiate complex commercial agreements
  • Manage enterprise software contracts
  • Advise sales leadership on risk
  • Develop legal templates and playbooks

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with AI-related terms
  • Remote work collaboration skills
  • Mentoring junior legal colleagues
  • Strong business judgment

Key Requirements

  • J.D. from accredited law school
  • Active bar membership in U.S. state
  • Substantial experience in commercial transactions
  • Experience negotiating enterprise agreements

Work Rights

Not specified

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