Senior Corporate Counsel

Summary

Join Recast Software as their Corporate Counsel and provide strategic legal guidance on various aspects of the business. You will manage contracts, oversee privacy and data protection compliance, ensure regulatory compliance, support acquisitions, and collaborate with internal stakeholders. The ideal candidate possesses experience in privacy laws (e.g., GDPR), working with outside counsel, and navigating legal complexities in acquisitions. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential. This role reports to the President & CFO. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school; member in good standing of a state bar
• 5+ years of relevant experience in a corporate or SaaS environment, preferably with experience in-house at a tech company
• Strong experience negotiating and managing a variety of contracts, with specific expertise in vendor and customer agreements
• Willingness learn and advise on global privacy laws, including GDPR, CCPA, and other data protection regulations
• Proven ability to work independently and prioritize tasks while adapting to shifting priorities
• Ability to assist on acquisition-related projects, including coordinating due diligence and post-acquisition integration
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders
• Experience working with outside counsel and managing external resources effectively

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate, and finalize a range of commercial contracts, including vendor agreements, customer contracts, and licensing agreements to support ongoing business needs
• Oversee the company's compliance with global privacy laws, including GDPR, CCPA, and related privacy regulations
• Serve as the primary point of contact for data protection issues and advise internal teams on privacy best practices
• Ensure that the company remains compliant with applicable laws and industry regulations, implementing and updating internal policies as needed
• Provide guidance on compliance matters related to SaaS products and operations
• Coordinate with outside counsel on projects related to acquisitions, mergers, and other strategic initiatives
• Provide legal support for due diligence, integration, and post-acquisition processes
• Act as a trusted legal advisor to internal stakeholders, including the sales, procurement, HR, finance, and operations teams
• Effectively communicate complex legal concepts and counsel to a diverse range of professionals
• Partner with and manage outside counsel on specialized matters, such as mergers and acquisitions, complex compliance issues, and litigation as necessary
• Identify potential legal risks in all areas of the business and develop strategies to mitigate them
• Provide proactive legal counsel to business teams on risks, liabilities, and strategic opportunities

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in SaaS or tech industry highly preferred
• In-depth knowledge of global privacy laws, including GDPR, CCPA, and other data protection regulations
• Experience in international markets and cross-border data privacy considerations
• Experience handling employment law matters, including advising on policies, compliance, and risk mitigation in a global or remote-first environment
• Demonstrated experience working on acquisition-related projects, including coordinating due diligence and post-acquisition integration
• You take initiative
• You get curious
• You work together
• You embrace change
• You choose empathy

Benefits

• The salary range for this position is $160,000-$210,000
• Additionally, cash compensation for this role includes 10% annual discretionary bonus potential
• Medical, dental, and vision
• FSA or HSA with company contributions
• Employer paid STD, LTD, AD&D and life insurance
• 401k with 4% employer match
• Work-life balance, flexible time off, and remote work options
• Parental leave