Commercial Counsel [80874]

Onward Search

Stafford (VA)

Remote

USD 140,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading staffing and talent solutions company is seeking a Commercial Counsel to support a leading industry company’s legal team. This permanent, remote role allows you to influence business strategies through legal expertise. Candidates should possess a Juris Doctorate and over 5 years of experience in corporate or commercial law. Key responsibilities include managing SaaS agreements and providing legal advice. Join us to make an impact while working remotely in the U.S.

Qualifications

Over 5 years of experience as a corporate or commercial attorney, ideally with SaaS, privacy, or security law focus.
Proven ability to negotiate contracts and mitigate legal risks.
Exceptional contract redlining and risk assessment expertise.

Responsibilities

Manage and negotiate various SaaS and vendor agreements.
Represent the company in negotiations with clients.
Monitor legal, regulatory, and industry developments.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Legal research

Risk assessment

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school

Job description

This range is provided by Onward Search. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$140,000.00/yr - $160,000.00/yr

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands.

We’re seeking a Commercial Counsel to support a leading industry company’s legal team. This role offers the opportunity to work remotely within the U.S., with a preference for candidates in the EST time zone and involves national legal oversight. The position is permanent, providing a chance to influence critical business strategies through legal expertise.

Open to candidates based in the continental U.S. and who are eligible to work without the need for sponsorship.

The application deadline for this role is 1/26/26

Commercial Counsel Responsibilities

Manage and negotiate a variety of SaaS and vendor agreements, ensuring seamless deal flow and alignment with business objectives.
Represent the company in negotiations with clients, providing strategic legal advice to secure successful outcomes.
Collaborate internally to optimize contract workflows and develop standardized templates and playbooks.
Monitor legal, regulatory, and industry developments to proactively identify and mitigate potential risks.
Conduct legal research on U.S. digital accessibility laws, providing insights to support compliance and leadership strategies.

Commercial Counsel Qualifications

Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and active membership in at least one U.S. state bar.
Over 5 years of experience as a corporate or commercial attorney, ideally with SaaS, privacy, or security law focus.
Proven ability to negotiateйә contracts, streamline processes, and mitigate legal risks.
Strong research, analytical, and communication skillsstrain, with a proactive and collaborative mindset.
Exceptional contract redlining, legal research, and risk assessment expertise, demonstrating professionalism and adaptability.

To be considered for this Commercial Counsel opportunity, apply now!

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