Senior Commercial & Corporate Counsel

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Chicago, IL (US):
Pennsylvania (US) 2 - Remote 100%:
Nashville, TN (US):
Austin, TX (US) time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R-13767

POSITION SUMMARY The Senior Commercial & Corporate Counsel is a sharp, driven senior attorney who operates as a corporate generalist with deep expertise in commercial contracting, litigation and disputes management, corporate governance, and M&A. Commercial contracting is a material and recurring component of this role, requiring a seasoned practitioner who can efficiently draft, negotiate, and manage a wide range of complex agreements.

The ideal candidate also brings demonstrated experience in helping legal departments mature—improving processes, implementing systems, and enhancing operational efficiency. This individual thrives in a fast-paced environment and collaborates effectively with cross‑functional teams.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including complex, high‑value, and strategic agreements that support business operations.
• Serve as a senior escalation point for commercial contracting issues, partnering closely with internal stakeholders to align legal risk with business priorities.
• Develop contracting strategies, negotiation frameworks, and guidance documents to support consistent, scalable commercial practices.
• Manage litigation and disputes, including overseeing outside counsel, developing strategies for resolution, and advising internal teams on risk mitigation.
• Lead or support M&A matters, including due diligence, drafting and negotiation of transaction documents, and post‑closing integration support.
• Provide counsel on corporate governance, entity management, and general corporate operations.
• Partner with internal teams to ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and company policy requirements.
• Champion the adoption of tech‑enabled legal tools, workflows, and processes, partnering with Legal Operations to implement improvements and surface new opportunities to work smarter and faster.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to business leadership, proactively identifying legal, regulatory, and operational risks and opportunities.
• Lead or contribute to cross‑functional strategic initiatives and enterprise‑wide projects.
• Support enterprise risk management efforts, including issue-spotting, process enhancement, and mitigation planning.
• Ethically utilize AI and legal technology solutions to increase efficiency, accuracy, and visibility.

QUALIFICATIONS Education & Experience
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Licensed and in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 8+ years of legal experience with substantial commercial contracting responsibilities.
• Experience managing litigation and disputes, negotiating complex agreements, and supporting corporate transactions.
• Proven track record contributing to legal department growth, system implementation, or operational improvements.
• Experience working within or alongside regulated industries preferred.
• Demonstrated success collaborating with cross‑functional teams.

Skills & Competencies
• Strong commercial contracting judgment and ability to balance legal and business considerations.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to translate legal concepts into actionable business guidance.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Forward‑thinking approach to legal technology, process design, and operational efficiency.
• Strong influencing skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and levels of the organization.
• Practical, business‑focused, and solutions‑oriented mindset.
• Positive, resilient, and team‑oriented attitude.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
• This is a fully remote role.
• Requires effective collaboration across distributed teams and comfort using virtual communication tools.
* We offer the following benefits for you to take advantage of while you are here provided you meet the eligibility requirements under each governing…