Senior Legal Counsel

OneStream; Manchester; On-site; GBP 73,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

OneStream is seeking a senior commercial transactions lawyer to join its global Legal team. The role covers multiple EMEA jurisdictions, drafting and negotiating SaaS and software agreements, data protection terms, and related materials.

You’ll work with Sales and other departments throughout the sales cycle, from NDA to termination, in a fast-paced environment. You’ll bring 5+ years PQE in software/SaaS and professional services agreements, be fluent in English, and comfortable collaborating

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor or barrister with current practicing certificate.
• 5+ years PQE with software/SaaS and professional services agreements.
• Fluent English language skills and cross-jurisdiction experience.
• Knowledge of data protection laws, GDPR, across Europe.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate SaaS, software license, and professional services agreements for the EMEA region.
• Prepare NDAs, vendor agreements, and ad hoc documents to support sales and delivery teams.
• Advise on contract interpretation and potential disputes with Sales, Deal Desk, and Customer Success.
• Conduct legal research on SaaS, software, and services issues across jurisdictions.
• Contribute to team projects, templates, and cross-functional initiatives.

Skills

Fluent English

Contract negotiation

SaaS software agreements

Drafting and reviewing contracts

Cross-jurisdiction experience

C-level communication

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister

Tools

Salesforce

Docusign

Contract management systems

Job description

At OneStream, we’re on a mission to empower every Finance organization and professional to exceed their potential. Our global teams span continents, cultures, and time zones, united by a shared purpose as we build the operating system for modern Finance and help organizations move with greater speed, clarity, and confidence.

That mission comes to life through our people. Behind every innovation, customer success, and milestone are talented people working together to make a difference. That’swhywe’relooking for people who arebold enough to think big, authentic in how they lead and collaborate, curious aboutwhat’spossible, and committed to delivering results.

SENIOR LEGAL COUNSEL

Summary

OneStream is looking for a senior commercial transactions lawyer with experience with software, SaaS, and professional services agreements to join the OneStream Legal team. The Senior Legal Counsel will cover multiple jurisdictions across EMEA. The successful candidate will partner with the Sales teams to draft and negotiate high value, strategically important SaaS Agreements along with ancillary documents including Data Protection terms, security terms, codes of conduct, DORA addendums and related materials. This position will be involved in the sales cycle from an early stage, helping Sales shape more complex transactions and interacting directly with customers and prospects, along with various departments, on the full range of contracting activities from NDA to termination.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate SaaS, software license agreements and professional services independently for the EMEA region.
• Draft, review, and negotiate other commercial agreements such as NDAs, vendor agreements, and other ad hoc documents.
• Provide support to Sales, Deal Desk, and Customer Success Managers on issues of contract interpretation and potential disputes.
• Conduct legal research on issues related to SaaS, software, and professional services across multiple jurisdictions.
• Lead or contribute to Legal team projects, which may include drafting new templates, working with specialist teams to solve new challenges, and other commercial or corporate projects.

Required Education and Experience

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with a current practicing certificate.
• 5+ years PQE with at least 2 years specializing in software, SaaS, and professional services agreements.
• Fluent English language skills
• Experience working across a range of jurisdictions, particularly in Europe.
• Solid knowledge of Data Protection laws, specifically GDPR.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Demonstrated ability to quickly digest complex information and make well-reasoned, informed decisions.
• Highly motivated and a self-starter, as well as able to collaborate effectively with Legal team members and with other departments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with good attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills that can be adapted to any given situation, including difficult customer negotiations, C-Level executive summaries, and team collaboration.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.
• Fluency with standard business tools, such as SalesForce, Docusign, and contract management systems.
• Additional European language and legal qualification – highly desirable

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ethical, credible, and professional.
• Results-driven and detail-oriented.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly and concisely explain complex topics to customers and prospects who may be unfamiliar with OneStream’s offerings.
• Able to multi-task and manage a busy workload across multiple time zones.
• Comfortable interacting with C-level executives.
• Flexible and adaptable, with a “can-do” approach to new challenges.
• Team player with an enthusiasm for contributing to the success of team members and OneStream as a whole.

Gross annual base salary

£73,000—£95,000 GBP

OneStream Software is an equal opportunity employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations, and ordinances.

All candidates must be legally authorized to work for any company in the country where this position is located without sponsorship.

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