Senior Corporate Counsel

Summary

Join Flexe, a technology and logistics company, as a Senior Corporate Counsel focusing on commercial agreements and privacy. You will work directly with commercial teams, drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts. This role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with privacy programs and regulations. You will also advise on data privacy issues, assist with incidents, and monitor relevant laws. Reporting to the VP, Head of Legal, this position demands strong negotiation, problem-solving, and communication skills. Flexe offers a competitive salary, equity, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• JD with state bar admission (Washington preferred but not required)
• 7+ years of total relevant experience (in-house experience preferred)
• Experience drafting and negotiating commercial and vendor agreements
• Experience with training others on legal requirements and related subjects
• Experience with data privacy matters, including negotiating data privacy agreements
• Experience negotiating, drafting, and interpreting contracts related to technology and software agreements
• Experience engaging and guiding outside counsel to develop practical strategies to address real-life business problems
• Experience learning new areas of law
• Clear and succinct verbal and written communication skills with an ability to translate complex material to clear and actionable advice
• Aptitude for innovative and goal-oriented problem solving in service of business objectives
• Very strong organizational skills, especially the ability and confidence to assess and prioritize competing, time-sensitive projects
• Excellent judgment and ability to balance business needs & goals and legal risks
• Comfortable working independently and as a cross-functional partner
• Ability to support and foster company values and ethics

Responsibilities

• Review, negotiate, and draft contracts with customers, warehouse operators, and vendors
• Work directly with internal clients and external counsel to negotiate contracts and resolve issues
• Serve as the primary attorney responsible for contract review, negotiation, and drafting related to data privacy, technology, or related issues
• Advise the business on data privacy issues related to the company’s technology platform and data collection and use
• Assist with and advise on potential privacy incidents and data subject requests
• Monitor relevant privacy and data protection laws and enforcement activities to ensure ongoing compliance, track emerging risks, and assist with policy creation and other program materials
• Draft, negotiate, and review agreements related to procurement of goods and services, including software and SaaS agreements
• Conduct periodic reviews and audits of operations to proactively identify potential compliance risks and recommend practical solutions
• Evaluate and support potential AI tools and policies within the organization
• Work with and manage outside counsel as needed
• Play a key role on the Legal team and assist in new areas as the business may require

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 3 years experience in areas of data privacy and data protection
• Experience creating and implementing privacy or other regulatory compliance programs
• Experience in 3PL, supply chain and/or warehouse industries is preferred
• Knowledge of international trade regulations, supply chain management, logistics, hazmat regulation is a plus
• Familiarity with emerging technology such as artificial intelligence

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Flexible Time Off Policy, with 10 company paid holidays
• 2 days of volunteer time off
• 12 weeks of company-paid parental leave
• Fully remote, in-office, or hybrid work environment
• Monthly home internet stipend
• Employee support groups, social groups, and mentorship program
• Employee-driven programs for volunteering
• Access to free LinkedIn Learning courses