Senior Counsel

Metropolis; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 175,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan

Bonus plans

Stock option plan

Job summary

Metropolis in Chicago seeks a Senior Counsel to provide comprehensive legal support and guidance to their business teams. The role requires a law degree with eligibility to practice in Illinois, Tennessee, or New York, along with 7+ years in corporate law or transactional practice. Responsibilities include negotiating contracts, managing disputes, and collaborating closely with various management teams. The position offers an anticipated salary of $175,000 to $185,000 annually, with a focus on in-office collaboration four days a week.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in a corporate law department or law firm.
• Extensive experience with commercial contracts.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support to business regions.
• Draft and negotiate various commercial contracts.
• Coordinate resolution of business disputes.

Skills

Corporate law experience

Contract negotiation

Legal writing skills

Problem-solving skills

Collaboration

Education

Law degree

Licensed to practice law in Illinois, Tennessee, or New York

Job description

The real world is the next frontier, and at Metropolis, we are creating the artificial intelligence to make it responsive. We are pioneering the Recognition Economy — a future where mundane repetition disappears and being known unlocks access, comfort and belonging everywhere you go. From transforming parking into a seamless drive‑in, drive‑out experience for millions of Members to expanding our intelligence layer across retail and hospitality, we are building a world that feels instinctive and magical. The future isn’t coming; it’s here, and we need builders, innovators and problem solvers to help us create it.

Who you are

Metropolis is seeking an enthusiastic and driven Senior Counsel ready to lead legal support for one of our regions, working closely with both the Revenue and Operations management and their teams, and collaborating with the other members of the legal team.

What you’ll do

• Provide comprehensive legal support to one or more business regions or practice groups
• Act as a proactive and trusted business partner, offering legal and business counsel to stakeholders on a wide variety of contract‑related issues, compliance matters, and risk assessments
• Work closely with business teams to develop and execute legal strategies that protect and advance the company’s operations
• Develop a deep understanding of our cutting‑edge technology business and the broader urban mobility industry
• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts, including complex software as a service (SaaS) agreements, client agreements, procurement agreements, information technology agreements, government contracts, commercial leasing agreements, and consulting agreements
• Coordinate resolution of business disputes and manage outside counsel as needed
• Provide essential support to the Vice President, Associate General Counsel and other attorneys within the department

What we’re looking for

• Law degree and currently licensed or has eligibility to be licensed to practice law in either Illinois, Tennessee, or New York
• 7+ years of progressive work experience in a corporate law department or a business/transactional practice group of a law firm
• Extensive experience with a wide variety of commercial contracts, including technology, government, and procurement agreements
• Hardworking, detail‑oriented, and enthusiastic professional who thrives in a collaborative and close‑knit team environment
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, prioritize multiple tasks, and meet tight deadlines
• Strong practical decision‑making and problem‑solving skills
• Exceptional transactional and legal writing skills
• Ability to quickly identify and grasp complex legal issues and communicate key issues clearly and concisely to colleagues and business partners

While not required, these are a plus:

• Demonstrated expertise in drafting and negotiating Software as a Service (SaaS) contracts or commercial leases
• Prior in‑house legal experience

4 Days in Office

4 Days in Office: Metropolis values in‑person collaboration to drive innovation, strengthen culture, and enhance the Member experience. Our corporate team members hold to our office‑first model, which requires employees to be on‑site at least four days a week, fostering organic interactions that spark creativity and connection.

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated base salary for this position is $175,000.00 USD to $185,000.00 USD annually. Base salary is one component of Metropolis’ total compensation package, which may also include access to or eligibility for healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a lucrative stock option plan, bonus plans and more. LI-WT1 #LI-Onsite

Equal Opportunity

Metropolis Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. We make all hiring decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, or pregnancy), national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.