Junior Commercial Counsel, Smartling
$100-160k
Translation & content localization platform
Open for applications
Translation & content localization platform
201-500 employees
Open for applications
$100-160k
201-500 employees
Company mission
Smartling's mission is to move the world with words.
Role
Who you are
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
- Admission to and active membership in at least one U.S. state bar, in good standing
- 2–4 years of relevant legal experience in a law firm and/or in-house legal department
- Experience with commercial transactions such as SaaS, IP licensing, strategic alliances, and vendor agreements
- Strong understanding of data protection and privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA) as applied to commercial contracts
- Familiarity with cloud services, technology, and professional services contracting
- Exceptional drafting and negotiation skills with the ability to explain complex legal issues to non-lawyers in a clear, concise manner
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple matters simultaneously
- Practical judgment and the ability to balance legal risk with business goals
- A proactive, collaborative teammate with a strong client-service orientation
- Intellectual curiosity and an interest in emerging issues related to translation/localization services, SaaS, and AI
- Bonus: experience with AI/ML contracts and knowledge of how training data is used in building AI models
- An Analytical Thinker. Analyzing complex situations and making informed decisions
- Self-organized. Can perform well under pressure under tight deadlines with attention to details
- Process Oriented. A strong project manager who emphasizes consistency and efficiency
- Highly communicative. Communicating effectively with all stakeholders
- A Team Player. Ability to work effectively and cross-functionally within all levels of management, both internally and externally
- To work from home, you must have a strong internet connection, a quiet space, and a professional (distraction and clutter-free) background
What the job involves
- We are seeking a highly motivated Junior or Associate Commercial Counsel to join Smartling’s lean, but growing legal team
- This role will focus on reviewing, drafting, and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements, supporting sales, partnerships, and vendor relationships
- The Junior/Associate Commercial Counsel will work closely with our Commercial Counsel and internal business teams to ensure contracts align with company policies, manage risk, and support Smartling’s strategic objectives
- This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney to gain broad experience in a fast-paced SaaS and AI-driven environment, while making an immediate impact by taking on meaningful responsibility for commercial contract work
- The role will enable our Commercial Counsel to focus on higher-level strategic matters, while providing the Junior/Associate Counsel with substantial exposure to business-critical deals and regulatory issues
- Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a variety of commercial agreements, including:
- Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) subscription agreements
- Master services agreements
- Professional services agreements
- Vendor and supplier agreements
- Strategic partnership and reseller agreements
- Confidentiality/non-disclosure agreements (NDAs)
- Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) and AI addenda
- Ensure contract terms align with company policies, risk tolerances, and business objectives
- Provide practical, business-oriented legal advice to internal stakeholders across sales, partnerships, product, procurement, and operations teams
- Maintain a strong understanding of the evolving domestic and international regulatory landscape (including GDPR, CCPA, and other privacy/data security regulations)
- Support the development and maintenance of playbooks, contract templates, and negotiation guidelines
- Contribute to team knowledge in specialized areas such as intellectual property, data protection, SaaS licensing, open-source usage, and AI training data considerations
- Train and advise business teams on contract processes and negotiation best practices
- Collaborate with senior counsel and company leadership on broader legal initiatives, including policy development and compliance programs
- Balance competing priorities and provide clear, decisive guidance in a fast-paced environment
- Perform other related legal duties and special projects as needed to support broader business objectives
Our take
Smartling leverages a network of professional translators and AI translation software to enable companies to connect locally with audiences anywhere, through any channel. Over the last few years, the company has emerged as a real market leader.
The appeal is obvious: since a company’s online presence is unlimited by geography, it shouldn’t be limited by language. The advantage of an offering like Smartling is that it doesn’t just loosely translate meaning like a browser would, but can also translate impact. As fast growth companies scale internationally and bring their brand message to new markets, this kind of service can prove crucial.
The roll call of customers is proof of the startup's success, with the likes of Shopify, Lyft, Tinder, Samsung, H&M, Mastercard, and plenty of others all taking advantage of its platform. Smartling has raised substantial funding and achieved a strong rate of growth which is still accelerating - all boding well for its future.
Steph
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
16% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 6 rounds)
Dec 2021
$160m
GROWTH EQUITY VC
May 2014
$25m
SERIES D
Total funding: $227.2m
Company benefits
- Equity
- Flexible vacation & PTO
- Health Benefits
- Generous Maternity/Paternity Leave
- 401k Retirement Planning
- Commuter Benefits
- Remote Hires
- Employee Referral Bonus
Company HQ
Garment District, New York, NY
Leadership
Jack Welde
(Founder & President)Former CEO of the company. Began their career in the US Air Force. Former SVP of Product at eMusic, former COO/CTO of SheSpeaks, and former COO at RunTime Technologies.
Bryan Murphy
(CEO)Director at MadCap Software, PlayPower and JEGS High Performance.
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