Senior Counsel

Company Overview

Metropolis is an artificial intelligence company that uses computer vision technology to enable frictionless, checkout‑free experiences in the real world. We are reimagining parking to allow consumers to simply "drive in and drive out," and we envision a future where people transact with speed, ease, and convenience that rivals online.

Metropolis is seeking an enthusiastic and driven Senior Counsel to lead legal support for one of our regions, working closely with Revenue, Operations management, and the legal team.

• Provide comprehensive legal support to one or more business regions or practice groups.
• Act as a proactive and trusted business partner, offering legal and business counsel on a wide variety of contract‑related issues, compliance matters, and risk assessments.
• Work closely with business teams to develop and execute legal strategies that protect and advance the company’s operations.
• Develop a deep understanding of our technology business and the broader urban mobility industry.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, including SaaS agreements, client agreements, procurement agreements, IT agreements, government contracts, commercial leasing, and consulting agreements.
• Coordinate resolution of business disputes and manage outside counsel as needed.
• Provide essential support to the Vice President, Associate General Counsel and other attorneys within the department.

• Law degree and current or eligible to be licensed to practice law in Illinois, Tennessee, or New York.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in a corporate law department or a business/transactional practice group of a law firm.
• Extensive experience with commercial contracts, including technology, government, and procurement agreements.
• Hardworking, detail‑oriented, enthusiastic professional who thrives in a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, prioritize multiple tasks, and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong practical decision‑making and problem‑solving skills.
• Exceptional transactional and legal writing skills.
• Ability to quickly identify complex legal issues and communicate key issues clearly to colleagues and business partners.

• Experience drafting and negotiating Software as a Service (SaaS) contracts or commercial leases.
• Prior in‑house legal experience.

Base salary: $175,000 – $185,000 USD annually, plus benefits including healthcare, 401(k), disability, life insurance, stock options, and bonus plans.

Office‑first model: employees must be on site at least four days a week.

Metropolis Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. We make all hiring decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, or pregnancy), national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.

• Mid‑Senior Level

• Full‑time

• Legal

• Consumer Services and Facilities Services