Rapid7 is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to support its Legal team by advising on complex commercial matters, negotiating agreements, and fostering collaboration across various business stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have extensive in-house legal experience, particularly in technology transactions, and a strong understanding of EU and UK data privacy regulations
Job Summary
The role serves as the most senior commercial legal presence in EMEA, acting as a trusted advisor to sales and go-to-market teams.
Candidates will negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements from mid-market to large enterprise customers while balancing legal risk with business objectives.
Rapid7 is building a dynamic workplace where diverse teams drive extraordinary impact in protecting customers against cyber threats.
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Rapid7 is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to support its Legal team by advising on complex commercial matters, negotiating agreements, and fostering collaboration across various business stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have extensive in-house legal experience, particularly in technology transactions, and a strong understanding of EU and UK data privacy regulations.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
7+ years commercial agreement experience
5+ years in-house legal experience
SaaS or cybersecurity transaction background
EU and UK data privacy knowledge
Strong negotiation skills for enterprise deals
Nice-to-have
Fluency in German or other European languages
Interest in AI-enabled legal tools
Experience mentoring junior legal staff
Collaborative mindset across global teams
Key Requirements
Law degree and license to practice
Minimum 7 years drafting and negotiating commercial agreements
At least 5 years in-house legal experience
Demonstrated expertise in SaaS licensing and Data Processing Agreements