Global SVP, Legal & Compliance — AI, SaaS & Tech

Applause; Belmont (MA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Discretionary annual/semianual bonus

401(k) matching

Job summary

Applause is seeking a strategic Sr. Vice President of Legal & Compliance to lead our global legal function. This hands-on role requires deep expertise in software, IP, AI regulation, and data protection, guiding commercial negotiations and regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions.

You will advise senior leadership, partner with Product, Engineering, Sales and Finance, and shape scalable legal processes, governance frameworks, and technology strategies to support rapid growth.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active U.S. state bar in good standing.
• 8+ years progressive legal experience in software/SaaS/technology.
• Expertise in commercial technology transactions, IP, licensing, and software/IP law.
• Strong understanding of AI regulation and governance issues.
• Experience advising on privacy, data protection, and regulatory compliance.
• Proven ability to negotiate sophisticated enterprise agreements.
• Ability to lead independently and drive urgent, business-aligned legal guidance.

Responsibilities

• Lead global legal & compliance function for Applause.
• Negotiate complex enterprise agreements including SaaS, MSA, and data processing agreements.
• Advise Sales, Product, Engineering, Finance and executives on legal risk and strategy.
• Develop scalable contracting frameworks to accelerate deals and revenue growth.
• Oversee IP, tech licensing, open-source, and technology-related matters.
• Lead governance, regulatory compliance, and privacy programs globally.

Skills

Juris Doctor

8+ years legal experience

Commercial technology transactions

AI regulatory knowledge

Privacy and data protection

Negotiation of enterprise agreements

Independent leadership

Clear communication

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Job description

Applause is seeking a strategic Sr. Vice President of Legal & Compliance to lead our global legal function. This hands-on role requires deep expertise in software, IP, AI regulation, and data protection, guiding commercial negotiations and regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions.

You will advise senior leadership, partner with Product, Engineering, Sales and Finance, and shape scalable legal processes, governance frameworks, and technology strategies to support rapid growth.