About the Role:
We are looking for an experienced Corporate Counsel to join our Global Legal team. This role will partner closely with Procurement (P2P), Finance, HR, Security, IT, and other cross-functional teams to provide practical legal guidance across commercial contracting, corporate governance, compliance, and privacy matters.
The ideal candidate will have substantial experience supporting a SaaS-based multinational company and be comfortable working in a fast-paced, global environment. This position requires a business-oriented legal professional who can effectively balance legal risk with commercial objectives while partnering with stakeholders across multiple geographies. About the Role:
We are looking for an experienced Corporate Counsel to join our Global Legal team. This role will partner closely with Procurement (P2P), Finance, HR, Security, IT, and other cross-functional teams to provide practical legal guidance across commercial contracting, corporate governance, compliance, and privacy matters.
The ideal candidate will have substantial experience supporting a SaaS-based multinational company and be comfortable working in a fast-paced, global environment. This position requires a business-oriented legal professional who can effectively balance legal risk with commercial objectives while partnering with stakeholders across multiple geographies.
Your Daily Adventures Will Include:
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Commercial Contracting
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Draft, review, negotiate, and advise on:
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Customer Agreements
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Vendor Agreements
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Master Service Agreements (MSAs)
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Statements of Work (SOWs)
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Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)
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Data Processing Agreements (DPAs)
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AI Addendums
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Partnership and Reseller Agreements
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Identify legal and commercial risks and recommend practical mitigation strategies.
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Partner closely with the Procurement (P2P) team on vendor contracting and procurement-related legal matters.
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Develop, maintain, and improve contract templates, playbooks, clause libraries, and negotiation guidelines.
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Provide timely legal advice to business stakeholders while balancing commercial objectives and legal risk.
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Manage board and shareholder matters.
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Maintain statutory records and corporate governance documentation.
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Support entity formation, restructuring, and other corporate transactions.
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Coordinate with external legal counsel on statutory filings and regulatory requirements.
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Ensure compliance with corporate laws across multiple jurisdictions.
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Monitor legal and regulatory developments impacting the business.
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Advise business teams on applicable compliance requirements.
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Support the development, implementation, and periodic review of internal policies and procedures.
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Conduct compliance awareness and legal training programs.
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Assist with internal and external audits, regulatory inquiries, and compliance reviews.
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Advise on employment and labor law matters, including hiring, termination, employee disputes, leave policies, and wage compliance.
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Provide guidance on India-specific employment obligations, including local labor regulations applicable to the India team.
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Demonstrate strong working knowledge of:
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GDPR
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CCPA
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India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA)
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Other applicable international privacy laws
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Support security and privacy assessments for business initiatives.
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Review privacy-related contractual provisions and documentation.
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Partner with Security and IT teams on privacy and compliance initiatives.
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Support implementation of global privacy and data protection best practices.
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Work closely with the Global Legal team to support legal initiatives across multiple jurisdictions.
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Partner with Procurement (P2P), Finance, HR, Security, IT, and business leaders to deliver practical legal solutions.
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Coordinate with external legal counsel where specialized legal support is required.
Corporate Governance
Compliance & Regulatory
Privacy & Data Protection
Cross-Functional Collaboration
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Our Vision of You:
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LLB is mandatory.
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Master’s degree in law (LL.M.) is preferred.
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Qualified to practice law in India.
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5–7 years of post-qualification legal experience.
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Minimum 4–6 years of experience working in a SaaS-based multinational company.
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Demonstrated experience supporting global business operations and cross-border legal matters.
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Legal degree from a U.S. college or university is preferred.
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Experience supporting U.S.-headquartered multinational organizations.
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Experience working with global procurement and commercial contracting teams.
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Familiarity with contract lifecycle management (CLM) systems and legal operations tools e.g. IronClad
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Familiarity with AI product terms, the EU AI Act, and emerging AI governance frameworks is preferred.
Required Skills:
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Strong commercial contracting and negotiation skills.
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Extensive experience with customer and vendor agreements.
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Excellent understanding of corporate governance and statutory compliance.
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Knowledge of international privacy regulations, including GDPR and CCPA.
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Ability to interpret legal requirements and provide practical, business-focused advice.
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Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced global environment.
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High attention to detail, sound judgment, and strong problem-solving abilities.