Corporate Attorney

Tyler Technologies; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyler Technologies is seeking a Corporate Attorney to provide strategic legal guidance and negotiate client and vendor contracts across multiple business units. The role includes supporting responses to RFPs and delivering business-focused legal advice to assigned units.

As a member of the corporate team, you will collaborate with leadership, handle privacy and AI compliance matters, and travel for onsite contract negotiations as needed.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school and bar admission.
• 2–7 years of corporate or commercial contract experience.
• Experience negotiating complex contracts (Fintech, payments, software).
• Experience with privacy and AI compliance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks independently.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary legal contact for assigned business units.
• Review, draft, and negotiate enterprise master, software licensing, SaaS, and vendor agreements.
• Review responses to government RFPs.
• Monitor legislation and industry rules affecting payments.
• Communicate with leaders on legal matters.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract review

Legal guidance

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school; licensed in good standing with a State Bar

Job description

Corporate Attorney

Tyler Technologies is seeking a Corporate Attorney to join our legal team. the Corporate Attorney will provide strategic legal guidance and serve as principal negotiator of certain client and vendor contracts for a variety of Tyler's business units. The Corporate Attorney will assist in responding to Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and provide its assigned business units with a broad spectrum of business counseling and legal advice. This is a fast‑paced position which offers you the ability to join a stable, growing, publicly traded company and interact with all levels of the company.

As a part of Tyler's corporate staff, you will make an impact on outcomes that affect various areas of the company. Your work will ultimately support our team members, clients, stakeholders, and the public sector.

Location

Plano, Texas | Overland Park, Kansas | Yarmouth, Maine

Travel

0‑5%

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with business leaders and other members of the legal team to:
  • Serve as primary legal contact for assigned business units, providing strategic guidance on a broad spectrum of legal issues.
  • Review, draft, and negotiate a wide variety of complex agreements, including enterprise master agreements, software licensing, SaaS, payment processing, professional services, marketing and vendor agreements.
  • Review and prepare responses to government RFPs.
  • Track legislation and new industry rules, trends and regulations concerning payment transactions.
• Effectively communicate directly with leaders regarding legal matters.
• Constantly learn, improve and adapt to new industry trends and requirements.
• Complete other ad hoc legal assignments.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school; licensed in good standing with a State Bar, as applicable per location.
• 2‑7 years of general corporate or commercial contract experience as an attorney, preferably at a large law firm.
• Prior experience negotiating complex contracts, preferably related to Fintech, payment systems, money transfer, or software licensing.
• Background in handling privacy and AI compliance matters.
• Experience contracting with state or federal governments is desirable, but not necessary.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to think strategically and provide business‑practical legal advice.
• Self‑starter and ability to manage various independent tasks and customers.
• Positive attitude and willingness to contribute to a team environment.
• The ability to travel up to once/month for onsite contract negotiations and client collaboration.

Benefits

Your health and well-being are important to us. That's why we invest in our team members by offering competitive benefits to support their health and financial wellness. Learn more about how we care for our people.

Tyler Technologies is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, creed, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected under local, state, or federal laws. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request by emailing [e-mail] or by calling 800.646.2633 ext. 791008. Please keep in mind these methods are reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability.