Legal Counsel

Clarip is a rapidly growing leader in the Data Privacy space, powered by patented Hybrid Artificial Intelligence technology. Trusted by Fortune 500 companies, we help organizations foster customer trust through transparency and compliance with global privacy regulations. Our SaaS platform enables businesses to automate privacy operations, manage consent, and stay ahead of evolving data laws.

We’re seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Legal Counsel to join our expanding team. As Legal Counsel, you’ll be a key advisor across the organization, providing legal guidance on commercial transactions and strategic partnerships.

If you’re passionate about privacy, technology, and building legal frameworks that empower innovation, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to help shape the future of data privacy with Clarip.

Responsibilities:

• Review, revise, and negotiate MSA’s, SaaS agreements, NDAs, vendor contracts, and partnership deals
• Collaborate with sales and product teams to ensure contracts align with business goals
• Conduct legal research and monitor regulatory developments relevant to SaaS and data privacy
• Work closely with the executive team and assist in legal issues
• Work closely with implementation teams and clients to ensure compliance with privacy laws
• Provide guidance to client's legal and compliance teams pre and post implementation stages to ensure that data privacy and data security requirements and controls are understood and implemented seamlessly
• Develop privacy training materials for customers
• Work closely with graphic design and marketing teams in developing white papers and other informational assets related to data privacy laws and best practices
• Participate in pre-sales meetings and strategy sessions with senior client executives and help articulate Clarip’s value proposition and regulatory risks associated with non-compliance
• Support compliance with global data privacy laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA)

Required Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in the U.S.
• 5+ years of legal experience at a SaaS or tech company
• Prior work experience counseling, reviewing, drafting and negotiating MSAs, SaaS agreements
• Strong understanding of SaaS business models, software licensing, and subscription agreements
• Good understanding of major privacy frameworks and evolving legislation
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment
• Data Protection or Privacy certification such as, CIPP, CIPT, ISEB, etc. is a plus

What We Offer

• A career in a rapidly growing company
• Competitive compensation and performance-based advancement
• Competitive salary and equity package
• Flexible work arrangements
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• A collaborative, mission-driven team that values innovation and integrity

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• Bar (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Falls Church, VA 22043