Corporate Attorney

SPS Commerce; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 126,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

SPS Commerce, a leading cloud-based supply chain provider, seeks a Corporate Attorney to own contracts, NDAs, and DPAs, while guiding data privacy, AI governance, and compliance across teams. You will collaborate with Information Security, Technology, and Product, and partner closely with the General Counsel on strategic transactions.

This hybrid role based in Minneapolis, MN offers significant responsibility and interaction with customers and internal stakeholders, with a focus on risk and

Qualifications

• J.D. and Minnesota license to practice law; 7+ years of in-house and/or law firm experience.
• Experience with privacy and data protection laws including CCPA and GDPR and negotiating DPAs.
• Knowledge of contract, privacy, and corporate law as would be gained in a similar role.
• Familiarity with AI governance principles and issues related to generative/agentic AI.
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking abilities with minimal supervision.
• Strong written and oral communication and negotiation skills.
• Experience with SaaS contracts, Salesforce, and CLM platforms.

Responsibilities

• Drive contract review, negotiation, and change requests with internal departments.
• Update standard contracts and templates in Salesforce and in the CLM system; coordinate with Procurement on vendor contracts.
• Own the company’s privacy program end-to-end, including CCPA, GDPR, data transfer requirements, and DPAs with customers/vendors.
• Lead AI governance for the organization; advise Product and Engineering on data use, IP, and regulatory alignment.
• Build and refine AI-powered tools to streamline contract reviews and negotiations.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Data privacy

AI governance

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Project management

Education

J.D. with Minnesota license

Tools

Salesforce

CLM system

MS Office

AI contract review tools

Job description

Description

SPS Commerce is a leading provider of cloud-based supply chain management solutions, serving a global network of retail trading partners. We foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment where innovation and continuous improvement are highly valued. Join SPS Commerce and be part of a dynamic team that's transforming the global retail supply chain!

Description

SPS Commerce is a leading provider of cloud-based supply chain management solutions, serving a global network of retail trading partners. We foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment where innovation and continuous improvement are highly valued. Join SPS Commerce and be part of a dynamic team that's transforming the global retail supply chain!

Position Summary

As a Corporate Attorney on our Legal team, you will own the preparation, review, and negotiation of contracts, nondisclosure agreements, and data processing agreements, while providing legal guidance to teams across the organization - including Information Security, Technology, and Product. You\'ll serve as the company\'s primary legal resource on data privacy, AI governance, and corporate compliance, and partner closely with the General Counsel on strategic transactions and special projects. This is a highly collaborative, fast-paced role with a high level of responsibility and direct interaction with both customers and internal stakeholders.

What You\'ll Do

• Drive resolution for contract review, negotiation, questions, and change requests, working proactively with internal departments to resolve requests in a timely and professional manner
• Collaborate with the business to understand its direction and apply that understanding to improvements or modifications to existing forms, materials, and processes to maximize efficiency and mitigate risk
• Update all standard contracts and forms including customer sales order templates in Salesforce and purchasing templates, and partner with Procurement on vendor contracts through the contract lifecycle management (CLM) system
• Own the company\'s privacy program end-to-end, including compliance with CCPA, GDPR, cross-border data transfer requirements, and emerging U.S. state privacy laws, and lead negotiation of data processing agreements (DPAs) with customers and vendors
• Lead AI governance for the organization, developing risk frameworks and acceptable-use standards for AI tools and generative and agentic AI systems, and advising Product and Engineering on data use, output liability, IP, and regulatory alignment
• Build, deploy, and continuously refine AI-powered tools that streamline review and negotiation of customer contracts, NDAs, vendor agreements, and DPAs, driving measurable gains in team productivity
• Serve as primary legal partner to Information Security on data governance, vendor risk, and incident and breach response
• Support corporate and strategic transactions including M\&A integration
• Execute special projects as requested by the General Counsel

Where You\'ll Work

This role is hybrid out of our headquarters in Minneapolis, MN about 2x a week. We Succeed Together through in-person collaboration, balanced with remote work to provide flexibility.

What You\'ll Bring

• J.D. and active Minnesota license to practice law required, with 7+ years of in-house and/or law firm experience
• Knowledge of contract law, privacy law, and corporate law as would normally be acquired through successful experience in a similar position
• Working knowledge of privacy and data protection law including CCPA and GDPR, and experience negotiating data processing agreements
• Familiarity with AI governance principles and emerging legal issues associated with generative and agentic AI
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with ability to manage competing priorities and demands with minimal supervision
• Ability to communicate and negotiate effectively verbally and in writing
• Prior customer service and/or project management experience or a combination of equivalent education and experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Experience with SaaS contracts preferred
• Salesforce.com and contract lifecycle management (CLM) platform experience, and experience with AI-powered contract review and negotiation tools preferred
• Experience with privacy program management tools and DPA negotiation preferred

What We Offer

At SPS Commerce, we are committed to ensuring that each employee\'s compensation reflects their unique experiences, performance, and skills in their role. The salary range for this role considers several factors, including education, relevant skills, work history, certifications, location, and more.

The annual salary range for this role is: $135,400 - $209,900. The actual salary offered will be determined based on the factors listed above and may fall anywhere within the range.

SPS Commerce offers a comprehensive package of benefits including health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, paid time-off, 401(k), health and flexible spending accounts, stock purchase plan and more.

Commitment To Our Employees

At SPS we power connections that drive the world of commerce forward, and our success depends on making strong decisions, fostering innovation, delivering unparalleled customer solutions, and driving outstanding business performance. We achieve this by creating an environment where every employee feels a true sense of belonging. We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring everyone feels accepted, valued, and empowered to make a meaningful impact.

We are committed to affirmative action and equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.