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Commercial Counsel

Job in San Jose, Santa Clara County, California, 95199, USA
Listing for: Leadenhall Search & Selection
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-08
Job specializations:
  • Law/Legal
    Business Law, Legal Counsel, Intellectual Property, Lawyer
Job Description & How to Apply Below

A leading, fast-growing technology company is seeking a Commercial Counsel to join its U.S. legal team. The company develops and delivers advanced software and AI-driven solutions that help enterprises optimize operations, unlock data insights, and drive innovation.

Headquartered in San Jose, California, the organization is known for its collaborative, high-performance culture, cutting-edge technology, and commitment to long-term strategic growth. The company has a strong track record of innovation and continues to expand its footprint across global markets.

Employees thrive in an environment that values creativity, agility, and cross-functional collaboration. The company offers a hybrid work model with office presence in San Jose, California.

About the Role

The Commercial Counsel will provide practical, business-focused legal advice on a broad range of technology-focused commercial transactions. Reporting to the General Counsel, this role will be deeply involved in drafting, negotiating, and advising on vendor agreements, SaaS contracts, licensing arrangements, partnerships, and other commercial agreements.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded attorney to contribute meaningfully to a high-growth technology company, while building expertise across commercial contracts, corporate governance, and risk management.

Key responsibilities
  • Provide legal advice to management and leadership on commercial, operational, and strategic matters.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide array of technology-focused commercial agreements, including vendor contracts, SaaS agreements, licensing arrangements, and partnerships.
  • Collaborate with internal teams on business initiatives, supporting growth, strategic partnerships, and new product launches.
  • Identify, assess, and communicate legal risks, offering practical and commercially-oriented solutions.
  • Support corporate governance, compliance, and enterprise risk management initiatives as needed.
  • Manage external counsel relationships for specialized legal matters.
Qualifications
  • Law degree from an accredited law school and admission to a U.S. state bar in good standing.
  • 4–7 years of experience practicing law at a law firm and/or in-house, with a focus on technology transactions and commercial agreements.
  • Demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, including vendor agreements, SaaS agreements, licensing arrangements, and partnerships.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to provide practical, business-focused legal advice.
  • Experience advising high-growth technology companies or working in dynamic, fast-paced environments is highly valued.
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
  • Fluency in English.
Why Join
  • Join a leading, high-growth technology company with a global impact.
  • Play a key role in supporting commercial operations, technology transactions, and strategic initiatives.
  • Work closely with senior leadership in a highly visible, impactful role.
  • Gain exposure to a wide range of technology-focused commercial legal matters.
  • Be part of a collaborative, high-caliber legal team that values integrity, innovation, and practical, business-focused advice.
  • Thrive in a culture that emphasizes creativity, professional growth, and cross-functional collaboration.
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