Legal Counsel

Paycom; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexora is seeking a commercially focused Legal Counsel to join our North American Legal & Compliance function, supporting the United States and Canada.

The role provides hands-on exposure to commercial contracts, regulatory obligations, and compliance frameworks, with autonomy to partner with business stakeholders and manage external counsel as needed. A fast-moving, growth-focused environment awaits a proactive, organized attorney.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school.
• Bar admission in at least one U.S. state (Pennsylvania preferred).
• 4–7 years of relevant experience in commercial, contract, or corporate work.
• Experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Experience coordinating external legal counsel and governance duties.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to translate legal concepts clearly.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts (supplier, reseller, distribution, customer).
• Own a broad range of commercial legal matters and advise stakeholders.
• Maintain contract templates, playbooks, and negotiation guidelines for U.S. operations.
• Ensure contracting compliance with U.S. federal/state rules and cross-border regulatory requirements.
• Address regulatory, ESG, supply chain compliance and due diligence.
• Support contract lifecycle management: execution, amendments, renewals, terminations.
• Coordinate with external counsel across jurisdictions and manage cost efficiency.
• Support governance and entity management for U.S. subsidiaries.
• Collaborate with finance, tax, and compliance on governance matters.
• Assist with special projects for the Legal & Compliance team.

Skills

Strong communication

Organised

Collaborative and proactive

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school

Bar admission in at least one U.S. state (Pennsylvania preferred)

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Philadelphia, PA - Philadelphia, PA 19154

Location: Philadelphia, PA (on site/hybrid as required)

Reports to: Head of Legal & Compliance

Business Area: Technology Distribution (U.S. Subsidiaries)

Experience Level: 4 to 7 years of post qualification experience (PQE)

Qualification: Must be a U.S. qualified attorney (bar admission in at least one U.S. state; Pennsylvania preferred)

Role Overview

Nexora is a global technology distribution business operating across Europe and North America, bringing together a portfolio of specialist companies. We combine deep market expertise with strong vendor and customer relationships to deliver value added distribution and market enablement across a range of technology segments.

We are seeking a commercially focused and proactive Legal Counsel to join our North American Legal & Compliance function, supporting our businesses across the United States and Canada. This role provides hands on exposure to commercial contracting, operational legal support, compliance frameworks, and regulatory obligations.

The position is suited to a lawyer who is comfortable working with a degree of autonomy, partnering with business stakeholders, and taking ownership of legal matters within a fast moving, growth focused environment. In addition to core legal work, the role will also support management of external counsel and U.S. style corporate governance and entity management activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, including supplier, reseller, distribution, and customer agreements.
• Take ownership of a broad range of commercial legal matters, providing clear and pragmatic advice to business stakeholders.
• Maintain and enhance contract templates, playbooks, and negotiation guidelines for U.S. operations.
• Support contracting compliance with relevant U.S. federal, state, and cross border regulatory requirements, including export controls and trade sanctions, product conformity, certifications, and related regulatory standards, competition/antitrust considerations.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of regulatory and compliance risks, including those relating to environmental and sustainability requirements, ESG reporting expectations, supply chain transparency and due diligence obligations.
• Support contract lifecycle management, including execution, amendments, renewals, and terminations.
• Assist with the instruction and management of external counsel, including coordinating advice across multiple jurisdictions and monitoring efficiency and cost effectiveness.
• Support corporate governance and entity management activities for U.S. subsidiaries, including maintaining corporate records, assisting with filings, and supporting board and shareholder documentation (e.g. resolutions and approvals).
• Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders (including finance, tax, and compliance) and external advisors on governance and entity related matters.
• Support wider Legal & Compliance team with special projects.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school.
• Admission to a U.S. state bar (Pennsylvania preferred)
• 4 to 7 years of relevant experience in commercial, contract or corporate work (in house or law firm).
• Experience with or interest in:
• Commercial contract drafting and negotiation
• Cross functional business support
• Regulatory compliance affecting product distribution
• Managing or coordinating external legal counsel
• Corporate governance and/or entity management
• Sustainability related legal and compliance frameworks
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to translate legal concepts into clear guidance.
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage several matters simultaneously in a fast moving environment.
• Collaborative and proactive, with the confidence to take ownership of matters and support business decision making.
• Familiarity with the technology or distribution sector is an asset but not required.

Why Join Us

• Comprehensive group benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Critical Illness, Short and Long Term Disability
• Wellness Incentive Program and Employee Assistance Program
• RRSP / 401(k) matching program
• Work life balance matters: Flextime, summer hours, paid vacation, and personal time off
• A casual, fun, and collaborative work environment
• Lively social calendar there's always something for everyone
• Generous employee discounts on our products
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• The chance to work alongside a highly talented, high performing team

Workplace Commitments

We are committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment. All employees are expected to follow workplace safety protocols, including compliance with local regulations and internal standards, to ensure the well being of everyone.

We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where individuals feel respected, supported, and able to contribute fully. We recognize that different perspectives and experiences strengthen our teams and drive better outcomes for our employees and customers.

Nexora and its family of brands, including JAM and Almo, are equal opportunity employers. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

We would like to thank all candidates for their interest in our organization. However, only those selected will be contacted.