Counsel, Commercial (SaaS)

TL;DR

Counsel, Commercial (SaaS): Providing pragmatic legal support for global sales operations with an accent on commercial contract negotiation and risk management. Focus on drafting SaaS and software agreements, advising on data protection, and collaborating with business stakeholders to ensure legal compliance in a fast-paced technology environment.

Location: Must be based in the United States

Compensation: $118,100 – $302,400 USD (Total Target Compensation based on geographic zone)

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in data resilience and security, specializing in data protection and AI trust solutions for over 550,000 customers worldwide.

What you will do

• Build effective working relationships with Sales, Deal Desk, and Revenue Operations teams.
• Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements including SaaS, BaaS, and channel contracts.
• Provide pragmatic legal advice on commercial, regulatory, and privacy risks during customer negotiations.
• Develop and improve contract templates, negotiation playbooks, and internal legal processes.
• Deliver training to business stakeholders on contracting principles and legal approval requirements.
• Advise on data processing and privacy obligations in technology transactions.

Requirements

• Qualified lawyer with 3–8+ years of post-qualification experience in a law firm or in-house legal department.
• Strong experience in commercial contracts, specifically within the software, SaaS, or cloud technology sector.
• Proven ability to provide practical, commercially aware legal advice to business stakeholders.
• Solid understanding of privacy and data protection issues in commercial technology transactions.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Confidence in managing high-volume matters and prioritizing effectively in a fast-moving environment.

Culture & Benefits

• Unlimited paid time off and 12 paid holidays, including global hirify.globale Days.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
• Paid parental leave (8 weeks for all parents, 16 weeks for birthing parents).
• Mental health support, therapy sessions, and digital wellness tools.
• Access to professional development resources including LinkedIn Learning and O’Reilly.