Corporate Attorney

SPS Commerce, Inc.; Minneapolis, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

SPS Commerce, Inc. is seeking a Corporate Attorney in Minneapolis to own contract review, NDAs, and DPAs, while guiding data privacy, AI governance, and corporate compliance across the organization.

You will partner with Information Security, Technology, and Product, lead privacy program efforts under CCPA/GDPR, and negotiate DPAs with customers and vendors. A J.D. and Minnesota license are required, with 7+ years of relevant experience. Hybrid work arrangement available.

Qualifications

• J.D. and Minnesota license to practice law required.
• 7+ years of in-house and/or law firm experience in the corporate/legal domain.
• Knowledge of contract, privacy, and corporate law essential.
• Experience negotiating DPAs and privacy programs valued.

Responsibilities

• Review, negotiate, and draft contracts, NDAs, and DPAs.
• Advise cross-functional teams on data privacy and AI governance.
• Maintain privacy program compliance with CCPA/GDPR and cross-border transfers.
• Lead data-use guidance with Product and Engineering and assist with corporate transactions.

Skills

Contract law

Privacy law

Corporate law

Data privacy

AI governance

Data processing agreements

Contract negotiation

Vendor risk

M&A experience

Education

J.D. with Minnesota license

Tools

Salesforce

Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM)

Microsoft Office

Job description

## Corporate AttorneyApplylocations: US MN Minneapolis Officetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: R-001159# **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.