Senior Legal Director

Company: Meltwater
Location: Redwood City
Posted on: October 23, 2024

Job Description:

Description
What We're Looking For:
Meltwater is seeking a commercial transactions attorney with a strong background in technology, media, SaaS, or cloud industries to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will have over a decade of in-house experience, with a proven ability to lead complex negotiations, manage legal risks, and support sales teams in achieving their goals. You will bring exceptional communication skills, a pragmatic approach to problem-solving, and the ability to guide and develop a global team of attorneys while fostering collaboration across various functions and regions.
What You'll Do:

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  Provide legal advice to the company's sales leadership team and communicate in a way that is easy for non-lawyers to understand.
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  Lead negotiations on strategic commercial transactions and partnerships. Identify and anticipate legal risks in proposed deals, collaborate with the business and product teams to evaluate potential risks, and develop practical and scalable solutions to mitigate such risks.
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  Manage and develop a team of attorneys globally, including guiding attorneys on a high volume of commercial transactions and managing escalations.
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  Update and roll out legal terms related to commercial transactions and train sales and deal desk teams on the terms.
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  Engage with internal stakeholders to identify issues in the contracting process and continuously drive improvement.
  What You'll Bring:
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    Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
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    Active license to practice law (preferably in California).
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    10+ years of experience as a commercial transactions attorney in-house (preferably technology, media, SaaS or cloud experience).
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    Excellent negotiation, legal drafting, and communication skills.
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    Experience in areas of intellectual property and data privacy law.
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    A proven track-record of working effectively and supporting the sales team, exercising sound judgement that incorporates strong legal analysis, a pragmatic approach, and consideration of business goals, risk tolerance, and stakeholder priorities.
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    Ability to balance a high volume of legal matters in a timely and effective manner.
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    Knowledge and understanding of doing business globally, including working across organizational, functional, and geographic boundaries.
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    Strong EQ and interpersonal skills, a collaborative nature, and the ability to work and communicate cross-functionally.
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    A team player who values client/customer service and professionalism.
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    Experience in managing and developing attorneys at different levels.
    What We Offer:
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      Enjoy flexible paid time off that allows you to have an enhanced work-life balance.
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      Excellent medical, dental, and vision options
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      401(k) matching, life insurance, commuter benefits, and parental leave plans
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      Complimentary CalmApp subscription for you and your loved ones, because mental wellness matters.
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      Energetic work environment with a hybrid work style, providing the balance you need.
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      Thrive within our inclusive community and seize ongoing professional development opportunities to elevate your career.
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        Base Salary of $250,000 -$285,000 USD per year + 15% annual target bonus paid quarterly [subject to the terms of the applicable bonus plan]Our Story
        The sky is the limit at Meltwater.At Meltwater, we believe that when you have the right people in the right working environment, great things happen. Our best-in-class technology empowers our 27,000 customers around the world to analyze over a billion pieces of data each day and make better business decisions.Our award-winning culture is our north star and drives everything we do - from striving to create an environment where all employees do their best work, to delivering customer value by continuously innovating our products - and making sure to celebrate our successes and have fun along the way.We're proud of our diverse team of 2,300+ employees in 50 locations across 25 countries around the world. No matter where you are, you'll work with people who care about your success and get the support you need to reach your goals.So, in a nutshell, that's Meltwater. We love working here, and we think you will too.
        Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
        Meltwater is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: At Meltwater, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity and strive to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.
        All employment decisions at Meltwater are made based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the applicable laws and regulations.
        Meltwater does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind, and we actively promote a culture of respect, fairness, and inclusivity. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities to apply and join us in our mission to drive innovation and make a positive impact in the world.

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