Associate General Counsel

Finalsite; Glastonbury (CT); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Finalsite is seeking an Associate General Counsel to serve as a senior member of the Legal team and trusted advisor to leaders across the organization. Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer, this role provides practical, business-focused counsel on commercial transactions, SaaS and technology agreements, data privacy, and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate combines strong legal judgment with pragmatic problem-solving to enable growth in a fast-paced, remote-friendly tech environment.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active bar membership in good standing with at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 8–10+ years of progressively responsible legal experience, with significant in-house experience.
• Experience supporting a SaaS, software, technology, or similarly complex business environment.
• Significant experience drafting and negotiating sophisticated commercial and technology transactions.
• Strong knowledge of SaaS agreements, software licensing, data privacy, data security.
• Experience advising senior executives and business leaders on complex legal, commercial, and risk matters.
• Experience supporting M&A transactions, corporate matters, litigation, or regulatory compliance is strongly preferred.
• Combination of top-tier law firm and in-house technology/SaaS experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted legal advisor on commercial transactions to senior leadership and cross-functional business partners, providing strategic, practical, and commercially focused counsel.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and advise on a broad range of commercial and technology agreements, including SaaS agreements, customer and vendor contracts, software and technology licensing agreements, payment processing agreements, data-related agreements, confidentiality agreements, strategic partnerships, and other complex transactions.
• Assist Lead legal support for complex commercial negotiations, balancing legal and regulatory requirements with business objectives and customer needs.
• Provide legal guidance on data privacy and security matters and support the continued development, implementation, and management of the company's global privacy program.
• Monitor evolving privacy, technology, and regulatory requirements and translate legal developments into actionable guidance for business leaders.
• Partner with Sales, Finance, Technology, Product, HR, Operations, and other functions to proactively identify legal risks and develop practical solutions.
• Advise business teams on contractual obligations, interpretation, compliance, and risk.
• Support mergers and acquisitions, including due diligence, transaction execution, integration, and other corporate matters as needed.
• Provide counsel on customer disputes and collection matters, including management of outside counsel when appropriate.
• Develop and improve templates, playbooks, and contracting practices to increase efficiency, consistency, and scalability.
• Support the effective use and administration of contract lifecycle management and other Legal department technology.
• Handle sensitive and confidential matters with sound judgment and discretion.
• Manage multiple complex matters simultaneously with a high degree of independence, accountability, and urgency.
• Support the Chief Legal Officer & General Counsel on strategic initiatives, special projects, and other legal matters as needed.

Skills

SaaS experience

Negotiation

Leadership

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

WHO WE ARE

Finalsite is the most valued partner for K–12 schools to build trust, strengthen community, and grow enrollment. Ranked among the best EdTech Companies in America, Finalsite supports more than 7,000 schools and districts worldwide with an integrated platform for websites, communications, mobile apps, enrollment, and marketing services.

Headquartered in Glastonbury, Connecticut, Finalsite is a global company with employees working remotely across nearly every U.S. state, as well as throughout Europe, South America, and Asia.

We believe people do their best work when they feel supported, connected, and empowered to grow. That’s why we invest in our employees through competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative culture built on partnership and purpose. Whether you’re looking to expand your skills, take on new challenges, or make a meaningful impact in education, Finalsite offers the opportunity to grow your career while helping schools thrive.

At Finalsite, every interaction matters — with our clients, with each other, and with the schools and families we serve. Join us and help shape stronger school communities around the world

SUMMARY

The Associate General Counsel is a senior member of the Legal team and a trusted strategic advisor to leaders across the organization. Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer & General Counsel, this role provides practical, business-oriented legal counsel across a broad range of matters, with particular focus on commercial transactions, SaaS and technology agreements, data privacy, regulatory compliance, corporate transactions, and risk management.

The Associate General Counsel will partner closely with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate legal and business risk while enabling the company to execute against its strategic objectives. The ideal candidate combines strong legal judgment and technical expertise with a pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, growth-oriented technology environment.

LOCATION

100% Remote - Anywhere within the US

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as a trusted legal advisor on commercial transactions to senior leadership and cross-functional business partners, providing strategic, practical, and commercially focused counsel.


• Draft, review, negotiate, and advise on a broad range of commercial and technology agreements, including SaaS agreements, customer and vendor contracts, software and technology licensing agreements, payment processing agreements, data-related agreements, confidentiality agreements, strategic partnerships, and other complex transactions.


• Assist Lead legal support for complex commercial negotiations, balancing legal and regulatory requirements with business objectives and customer needs.


• Provide legal guidance on data privacy and security matters and support the continued development, implementation, and management of the company's global privacy program.


• Monitor evolving privacy, technology, and regulatory requirements and translate legal developments into actionable guidance for business leaders.


• Partner with Sales, Finance, Technology, Product, HR, Operations, and other functions to proactively identify legal risks and develop practical solutions.


• Advise business teams on contractual obligations, interpretation, compliance, and risk.


• Support mergers and acquisitions, including due diligence, transaction execution, integration, and other corporate matters as needed.


• Provide counsel on customer disputes and collection matters, including management of outside counsel when appropriate.


• Develop and improve templates, playbooks, and contracting practices to increase efficiency, consistency, and scalability.


• Support the effective use and administration of contract lifecycle management and other Legal department technology.


• Handle sensitive and confidential matters with sound judgment and discretion.


• Manage multiple complex matters simultaneously with a high degree of independence, accountability, and urgency.


• Support the Chief Legal Officer & General Counsel on strategic initiatives, special projects, and other legal matters as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.


• Active membership in good standing with the bar of at least one U.S. jurisdiction.


• 8–10+ years of progressively responsible legal experience, with significant in-house experience strongly preferred.


• Experience supporting a SaaS, software, technology, or similarly complex business environment.


• Significant experience drafting and negotiating sophisticated commercial and technology transactions.


• Strong knowledge of SaaS agreements, software licensing, data privacy, data security, and technology-related legal issues.


• Experience advising senior executives and business leaders on complex legal, commercial, and risk matters.


• Experience supporting M&A transactions, corporate matters, litigation, or regulatory compliance is strongly preferred.


• Combination of top-tier law firm and in-house technology/SaaS experience is preferred.

LEADERSHIP & CORE COMPETENCIES

• Exceptional legal judgment with the ability to assess risk and provide clear, actionable recommendations.


• Strong business acumen and the ability to understand legal issues within the broader context of the company's commercial and strategic objectives.


• Executive presence and credibility to effectively advise and influence senior leaders.


• Highly skilled negotiator with the ability to navigate complex and high-stakes commercial matters.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical business guidance.


• Solutions-oriented mindset with a focus on enabling the business while appropriately managing risk.


• Ability to operate independently and make sound decisions with minimal supervision.


• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple complex matters in a fast-paced environment.


• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trusted relationships across functions and levels of the organization.


• High degree of integrity, discretion, accountability, and attention to detail.


• Adaptable and comfortable operating in an evolving, growth-oriented environment.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT

Finalsite offers 100% fully remote employment opportunities, however, these opportunities are limited to permanent residents of the United States. Current residency, as well as continued residency, within the United States is required to obtain (and retain) employment with Finalsite.

DISCLOSURES

Finalsite is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact Finalsite's People Operations Team. Finalsite is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Finalsite will ensure that persons with disabilities or special needs are provided a reasonable accommodation.