General Counsel

Donyati, LLC; United States; Remote; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) matching

Unlimited PTO

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Donyati, a premier business and technology consulting firm, seeks a General Counsel to lead its legal operations on a fully remote basis across the United States. The role requires a JD from an accredited law school, active U.S.

bar license, and 10+ years in corporate or tech-focused practice. You will draft and negotiate MSAs/SOWs/NDAs, advise on DPAs, vendor contracts, and governance risk to enable growth.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 10+ years of corporate or technology-focused legal practice.
• Strong understanding of contract law, commercial terms, risk management, and corporate governance compliance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating MSAs, SOWs, and NDAs.
• Providing guidance on DPAs and vendor risk assessments with IT.
• Reviewing and managing subcontractor, independent contractor, and vendor agreements.
• Identifying and mitigating legal, financial, and operational risks across contracts.
• Advising on employment-related matters and guiding internal stakeholders with tight deadlines.

Skills

Contract law

Risk management

Corporate governance

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Bar admission

Job description

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Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school, active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, and 10+ years of experience in corporate or technology-focused legal practice.

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Full Opportunity Brief

Opportunity Overview: General Counsel at Donyati

Donyati, a premier business and technology consulting firm, is seeking a highly skilled and pragmatic General Counsel (Corporate Legal Counsel) to lead its legal operations. This is a full-time, fully remote position within the United States, designed for a business-oriented legal professional who can safeguard the company's interests while facilitating operational growth.

Key Responsibilities

The General Counsel will serve as the primary legal resource for the organization, partnering closely with Sales, Delivery, Operations, HR, and Executive Leadership. Primary duties include:

• Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating Master Services Agreements (MSAs), Statements of Work (SOWs), and Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs).
• Providing legal guidance on Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) and conducting vendor risk assessments in collaboration with the IT department.
• Reviewing and managing subcontractor, independent contractor, and vendor agreements.
• Identifying and mitigating legal, financial, and operational risks across all corporate contracts.
• Advising on employment-related matters and providing practical guidance to internal business stakeholders within tight turnaround times.

Eligibility & Qualifications

Candidates must meet the following rigorous professional standards to be considered for this role:

• Education: Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Bar Admission: Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Experience: Minimum of 10+ years of experience in corporate or technology-focused legal practice.
• Core Competencies: Strong understanding of contract law, commercial terms, risk management, and corporate governance compliance. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Preferred Skills

Preference will be given to candidates who possess:

• Experience supporting professional services, consulting, or technology organizations.
• Expertise in negotiating software, SaaS, licensing, and data processing agreements.
• Knowledge of global and domestic data privacy regulations, including GDPR and U.S. privacy laws.
• Familiarity with U.S. employment and HR law, including independent contractor classifications and workplace policies.
• Experience developing contract templates, legal playbooks, and managing outside counsel.

Donyati offers a competitive compensation package along with robust benefits, including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) matching program.
• Unlimited paid time off (PTO) with a strong emphasis on work-life flexibility and a people-first organizational culture.