Senior Corporate Counsel, Pendo
$210-261k
More information about location
3 days a week in office
Digital adoption and product experience solutions
Open for applications
Digital adoption and product experience solutions
501-1000 employees
Open for applications
$210-261k
More information about location
3 days a week in office
501-1000 employees
Company mission
To elevate the world's experiences with software.
Role
Who you are
- JD and active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
- 8-10 years of employment and diverse legal counseling experience, including time in-house at a fast-growing, venture-backed technology or SaaS company
- Strong background in global employment and privacy/data protection, with comfort navigating international regulations
- Experience building corporate compliance programs from the ground up and managing maturation of such programs (e.g., Code of Conduct, ESG, Whistleblower, or Anti-Corruption)
- Exposure to corporate governance, M&A, or product and commercial transactions is a plus
- Enjoys working in ambiguity and is a quick study, able to tackle problems of first impression with curiosity and sound business judgment
- A collaborative, low-ego approach and a sense of humor
- Strong curiosity and business acumen, with the ability to translate complex legal issues into practical, business-oriented solutions
- A practical, business-oriented mindset and the ability to operate autonomously in a dynamic environment
What the job involves
- We’re looking for a Sr. Corporate Counsel who’s energized by variety and impact. You’ll be a key partner in helping Pendo grow across new markets and functions, with meaningful ownership over global employment, privacy, and corporate compliance initiatives. This is a great opportunity for someone who has been an early in-house lawyer at a fast-growing, venture-backed company and now wants to amplify their impact as part of a larger, collaborative team working directly with and reporting to the General Counsel
- Be a true generalist — advise across a variety of legal areas, with a primary focus on employment and global privacy, while supporting other matters as needed
- Global Employment:
- Partner closely with the People team on global employment matters across multiple jurisdictions, including hiring, onboarding, employee relations, terminations, and investigations
- Develop, refine, and maintain employment policies, handbooks, and compliance frameworks that align with local laws and Pendo’s culture
- Monitor employment law developments and provide practical, risk-based guidance to business leaders
- Support the design and implementation of scalable global employment practices that enable consistent, compliant operations worldwide
- Privacy & Data Protection:
- Advise on international privacy and data protection laws, including GDPR, UK GDPR, Japan APPI, Australian Privacy Act, CCPA/CPRA, and other global frameworks, with particular focus on employee and HR data privacy
- Provide clear, actionable guidance on international privacy compliance, data handling, and risk management
- Partner with Product & Privacy Counsel to ensure alignment between employee privacy practices and product-related privacy frameworks.
- Corporate, Compliance & Advisory Support:
- Advise on corporate governance, subsidiary management, and strategic transactions, including due diligence and integration efforts
- Support compliance programs related to Pendo’s Code of Conduct, ESG, Whistleblower, and Anti-Corruption initiatives
- Pitch in on projects and revenue contracts across commercial and product areas when time permits and where your expertise adds value
- Serve as a trusted advisor to teams across Pendo, translating complex legal concepts into practical guidance
Our take
Developing a new software application is a complex process, often fraught with challenges such as bugs and user dissatisfaction. Without a standardised system for feedback, developers may struggle to identify and address issues effectively, relying solely on dissatisfied emails from customers.
Pendo offers a digital platform designed to analyse user experiences, gather bug reports, and engage with consumers to ensure customer retention. With a suite of tools including product journey analytics, surveys, and user feedback, Pendo empowers developers to enhance software usability and resolve issues efficiently.
Amidst a competitive software landscape, Pendo has demonstrated significant growth in 2022, boasting a 40% increase in customers paying over $100,000 annually and securing 17 new Fortune 500 clients. Despite navigating global economic uncertainty with a renewed focus on fiscal efficiency, Pendo remains steadfast in its goal of achieving an IPO in 2024.
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Insights
-19% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 9 rounds)
Nov 2021
$110m
GROWTH EQUITY VC
Jul 2021
$150m
SERIES F
Total funding: $468.3m
Company benefits
- Happier workdays: Add a little fun to your work day with Pendo board game night, team karaoke, ping pong, weekly catered lunch, or a local brew on our rooftop deck
- Health and wellness benefits: Generous health and wellness plans designed to meet the needs of you and your family, including medical, dental, vision, and mental health benefits
- Paid parental leave: Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave, and a flexible schedule upon your return to help you make the most of those special moments
- Learning and development: In-house management development classes, guest speaker lunch and learns, and select conferences help keep talent sharp
- Flexible work hours and PTO: Enjoy the benefits of a flexible time off policy, flexible work hours, and paid parental leave
- Global offices: Work across the globe in the cities that we love: Raleigh, San Francisco, New York, Herzliya, Tokyo, Sydney, London, and Sheffield
Company HQ
Downtown, Raleigh, NC
Leadership
Todd Olson
(CEO)Todd studied at Carnegie Mellon before spending 7 years as an MBNA Developer and co-founding Cerebellum. After 5 years, they served as VP of Product Development at TogetherSoft and worked at Borland and 6th Sense Software. They left their role of 4 years at Rally Software Development to found Pendo.io in January 2014.
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