Managing Legal Counsel

Wolters Kluwer

New York, NY, US
Base: $160,100.00 - $286,000.00 usd; bonus/equity:...
Hybrid
Software license and saas experience
Commercial contract drafting and negotiation
Privacy and data protection expertise
The Managing Counsel will provide hands-on legal assistance in structuring, drafting, negotiating, and managing complex commercial transactions including SaaS and software licensing agreements

Job Summary

  • The Managing Counsel will provide hands-on legal assistance in structuring, drafting, negotiating, and managing complex commercial transactions including SaaS and software licensing agreements.
  • This role offers the opportunity to join a successful, growing, market-leading organization with a strong mission and values, as well as a competitive salary and excellent benefits.
  • Candidates will work closely with management teams and sales leaders to provide comprehensive legal counseling on a broad spectrum of corporate, commercial, and intellectual property matters.

Matching Summary

The Managing Counsel will provide hands-on legal assistance in structuring, drafting, negotiating, and managing complex commercial transactions including SaaS and software licensing agreements.

Salary

Base: $160,100.00 - $286,000.00 USD; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for Bonus; Benefits: Competitive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Tuition Assistance, Paid Parental Leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Software license and SaaS experience
  • Commercial contract drafting and negotiation
  • Privacy and data protection expertise
  • Managing legal support teams
  • Global, matrixed negotiation experience

Nice-to-have

  • Leadership and interpersonal skills
  • Experience with M&A and anti-trust matters
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Strong communication skills
  • Strategic legal guidance

Key Requirements

  • J.D. or equivalent law degree
  • 8-10 years corporate/commercial legal experience
  • Experience in multinational law firm and corporate law department
  • Proven leadership managing direct reports
  • Experience with financial products and data privacy
  • Ability to work in the United States

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the United States

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