Senior Legal Counsel - Commercial Transactions - Remote

Overview

New Relic is looking for a new senior legal counsel with extensive experience managing commercial transactions and disputes to join our dedicated, collaborative legal team! Joining the New Relic Legal Team means that you will have the chance to create an immediate impact. You will have a voice that is heard and respected, while encouraged to grow in your abilities and curate your own career path. If you have a passion for supporting sales teams and settling disputes, and background as a transactional lawyer negotiating contracts in the Software-as-a-Service industry, read on!

In Short

• Draft, review, and negotiate SaaS contracts and other commercial agreements in support of our go-to-market efforts
• Support and coach sales teams on deal structure, contract negotiations, and customer contract disputes
• Monitor and advise leadership teams on disputes and collections matters in connection with our commercial contracts
• Draft, review, and negotiate settlement agreements regarding commercial matters and manage a caseload
• Act as a central point of contact for any new and updated agreements
• Partner with Contract Managers to drive execution of agreements and order forms
• Partner with Privacy Legal to drive understanding of global privacy regulatory regimes
• Serve as a trusted advisor and business partner across the company
• Gain an understanding of New Relic’s SaaS and stay informed about evolving technology
• Review and advise the marketing team on requests related to commercial contracts

Requirements

• 5 - 7 years experience negotiating commercial contracts
• Proficiency negotiating topics such as privacy, security, and data protection
• Strategic, hands-on approach to supporting execution of Sales’ deals
• Experience advising on disputes and collections matters
• Ability to work on your own and prioritize multiple deliverables
• Outstanding interpersonal skills
• Ability to work as a team member of the legal department
• Attention to detail and excellence in contract drafting
• Eager to chip in wherever and whenever help is needed
• Active bar license in good standing

Benefits

• Fostering a diverse, welcoming and inclusive environment
• Flexible workforce model
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Support for company initiatives and new product launches