Lead Corporate Counsel, Commercial

TL;DR

Lead Corporate Counsel, Commercial (SaaS/AI): Reviewing and negotiating complex SaaS contracts throughout the contract lifecycle, with an accent on commercial transactions, intellectual property, finance requirements, and compliance. Focus on independently managing high-volume negotiations, advising sales stakeholders, updating legal precedents, and training teams on compliant sales practices.

Location: San Francisco, California, United States; office-first culture with three days per week in the office for most roles.

Salary: $139,725–$220,000 USD annual base pay, with potential eligibility for discretionary bonuses, equity, commissions, and benefits.

Company

hirify.global develops an AI-Ready Governance Platform that unifies regulatory intelligence, automation, and connected governance workflows for responsible data use.

What you will do

• Independently review and negotiate a high volume of complex SaaS contracts through execution.
• Provide ad hoc legal support to sales stakeholders and advise on commercial, intellectual property, and finance requirements.
• Monitor applicable laws, regulations, and industry guidance.
• Drive compliance in day-to-day sales activities, including training.
• Maintain legal templates and precedents and support wider Commercial & Product Support team projects.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited U.S. law school.
• Membership in a state bar in good standing.
• 8+ years of commercial contracts experience.
• Strong communication, negotiation, organization, prioritization, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage shifting priorities, and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

Nice to have

• Privacy, GRC, ethics and compliance, or ESG experience.
• High-volume commercial transactions experience with a SaaS or technology company.
• Experience with Ironclad.

Culture & Benefits

• Office-first working environment with opportunities for in-person collaboration.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage and flexible paid time off.
• Equity RSUs and annual performance bonus opportunities.
• Retirement account support and 14+ weeks of paid parental leave.
• Career development opportunities and company-paid privacy certification exam fees.
• Inclusive workplace focused on employee growth and equal employment opportunities.