Senior Counsel, Solutions By Text

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to the state bar association in the relevant jurisdiction
• Minimum 10 years of experience, preferably in a corporate or technology-related environment
• Extensive knowledge of corporate law, contract law, intellectual property law, and data protection regulations
• Strong negotiation and drafting skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to provide strategic legal advice aligned with business objectives
• Proven track record of managing legal risks and ensuring compliance
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Desirable

• Solutions by Text is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Counsel to join our dynamic team. In this role, the Senior Counsel leverages expertise in managing and negotiating customer and vendor contracts, mitigating risks, and supporting the Company's strategic goals by providing sound legal advice and fostering strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Reporting to the VP of Legal, this role plays a crucial role in helping grow our business while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations and minimizing legal risks
• Develop and implement the Company's legal strategy to support its business objectives with respect to customer contracts, vendor contracts, and legal policies
• Monitor changes in relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards that may affect the Company's operations and advise on necessary actions
• Provide legal advice and support to the VP of Legal and other senior management as needed on contract-related matters
• Identify and mitigate legal risks associated with contracts and business operations
• Conduct legal research as required and collaborate with external counsel on corporate matters
• Review and update key legal documents annually in collaboration with Compliance Operations including annual white paper publication, Privacy Policy and Acceptable Use Policy
• Participate in support of the annual SOC2 audit in collaboration with Compliance Operations by maintaining internal controls, compiling evidence, coordinating with auditors and tracking process improvements
• Manage the Company’s corporate insurance relationships including review of insurance coverage at least annually and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including vendor agreements, client contracts, and partnership agreements to ensure terms are favorable and compliant with company policies
• Identify and mitigate potential legal risks and ensure contracts align with the Company's best interests
• Ensure contract compliance with relevant laws and regulations, including industry-specific requirements
• Develop and maintain contract templates and standard operating procedures for contract management including process improvement identification and implementation
• Work closely with internal teams, including sales, procurement, and finance, to ensure contract terms align with business goals and keep status updates current in the Company’s Salesforce system
• Train, mentor and supervise junior legal staff on contract law, negotiation techniques, and contract drafting
• Maintain accurate records of all contracts and related documentation in the Company's document management system
• Manage contract disputes and resolution processes, working with external legal counsel when necessary
• Oversee intellectual property matters, including trademark registrations, copyrights, and patents
• Advise on data protection and privacy matters, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Develop and implement data privacy policies and procedures
• Collaborate with external legal counsel to develop defense strategies and represent the company's interests as needed for litigation matters involving the company
• Provide guidance and support to internal stakeholders during legal disputes
• Identify legal risks across the organization and develop strategies for risk mitigation
• Conduct internal investigations related to legal matters, as necessary
• Develop and deliver legal training programs to ensure employees are aware of legal risks and obligations
• Adhere to the Company's Code of Conduct/Ethics
• Prioritize tasks and manage time
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Foster and enhance a positive and professional culture throughout the Company
• Ensure security of information in all matters related to the company, client, and consumer information
• Represent the Company with professionalism and integrity in all interactions with clients, vendors, business partners, and visitors