In-House Counsel

Robert Half Legal is partnering with a groundbreaking technology company to identify an experienced Commercial Counsel for a 4-month contract engagement through February 2026. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on high-impact commercial transactions and strategic initiatives in a fast-paced, global environment. As Commercial Counsel, you will join a collaborative and dynamic legal team to draft, negotiate, and manage a broad range of commercial agreements while advising leadership on corporate and regulatory matters. The ideal candidate will be based locally to report onsite as needed, proactive, highly organized, and able to balance complex projects with business-minded solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead drafting and negotiation of partnership, customer, and other complex commercial agreements.
• Negotiate SaaS and vendor contracts, advisor and consultant agreements, and event sponsorships.
• Collaborate with executives and business stakeholders to structure, document, and negotiate joint ventures and innovative deal types.
• Develop playbooks, templates, and fallback positions to streamline contracting while protecting company interests.
• Provide clear, practical advice on corporate and regulatory issues impacting commercial initiatives.
• Manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment and contribute to process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school and active membership in at least one U.S. state bar.
• 8+ years of hands-on experience in commercial, technology transactions, M&A, or emerging companies practices; a combination of top law firm and in-house is strongly preferred.
• Proven track record drafting and negotiating complex agreements, including SaaS, vendor, partnership, customer, advisor/consultant, and sponsorship contracts.
• Experience supporting cross-border transactions and advising on international business operations.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory issues impacting commercial deals.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, business-focused guidance.
• Demonstrated ability to build high-trust relationships with executives, business teams, and external stakeholders.
• Highly organized with meticulous attention to detail, strong prioritization skills, and a history of improving legal processes.
• Professional judgment, discretion, and integrity in handling sensitive matters.
• Local to the San Francisco Bay Area and able to report onsite as needed; open to occasional international travel.

This is a rare opportunity to apply your commercial expertise in a forward-looking technology company with global reach. Apply today to join a collaborative team and make an immediate impact