Senior Counsel, Commercial Transactions

Futurex; Bulverde (TX); On-site; USD 145,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation

Competitive compensation

Retirement plan with employer match

Family-style corporate culture

Job summary

A technology firm is seeking a Senior Counsel for Commercial Transactions in Bulverde, Texas. This role involves leading the negotiation and drafting of various commercial agreements, advising internal teams on contract structure, and supporting business growth. Ideal candidates will possess a J.D. and 7–12 years of relevant experience, particularly in B2B technology or SaaS contracts. The company values a solution-oriented mindset and offers competitive benefits, fostering a welcoming corporate culture.

Qualifications

• 7–12+ years of experience, focusing on commercial transactions.
• Strong understanding of B2B technology or SaaS contracts preferred.
• Experience with international contracts and data privacy issues preferred.
• Experience supporting B2B technology or SaaS contracts preferred.
• Excellent communication skills to influence and advise stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong business acumen and pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a range of commercial agreements.
• Advise stakeholders on contract structure and risk allocation.
• Lead deal negotiations and support contract operations improvements.
• Develop and maintain templates, playbooks, and contracting processes to improve efficiency and consistency.
• Provide legal support for new product launches, go-to-market initiatives, and international expansion.
• Stay informed on legal developments impacting commercial and technology transactions.
• Support contract operations improvement initiatives.

Skills

Commercial transactions expertise

Negotiation strategy

Contract law knowledge

Excellent communication

Business acumen

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Counsel, Commercial Transactions to lead and support complex commercial negotiations and provide legal guidance across a wide range of business transactions. This role will partner closely with sales, procurement, product, and executive teams to structure, draft, and negotiate strategic agreements that drive business growth while managing risk.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including SaaS, licensing, vendor, distribution, reseller, partnership, and professional services agreements.
• Advise internal stakeholders on contract structure, risk allocation, regulatory implications, and dispute resolution.
• Lead deal negotiations from start to finish, collaborating with sales, finance, and operations teams.
• Develop and maintain templates, playbooks, and contracting processes to improve efficiency and ensure consistency.
• Provide legal support for new product launches, go-to-market initiatives, and international expansion.
• Stay informed on legal developments impacting commercial and technology transactions.
• Support contract operations improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school; admitted to practice and in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 7–12+ years of experience, with a strong focus on commercial transactions—ideally a mix of law firm and in-house experience.
• Deep understanding of contract law, risk allocation, and negotiation strategy.
• Experience supporting B2B technology or SaaS contracts strongly preferred.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and advise business stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong business acumen and pragmatic, solution‑oriented mindset.

Preferred

• Experience working with global teams or international contracts.
• Familiarity with data privacy, IP, and regulatory issues in commercial contracting.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, high‑growth, or evolving business environment.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life, and short/long‑term disability insurance
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• Competitive compensation and opportunities for advancement
• Retirement plan with employer contribution match
• Welcoming, family‑style corporate culture uniquely suited to fast‑paced, entrepreneurial, and motivated individuals
• One of San Antonio’s “Best Places to Work” for nine consecutive years
• This job is at our Bulverde, TX office