commercial counsel

LangChain

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About Us:</b></h2><p>
At LangChain, our mission is to make intelligent agents ubiquitous. We build the foundation for agent engineering in the real world, helping developers move from prototypes to production-ready AI agents that teams can rely on. We began as widely adopted open-source tools and have grown to also offer a platform for building, evaluating, deploying, and operating agents at scale.</p><p>
Today, LangChain, LangGraph, LangSmith, and Agent Builder are used by teams shipping real AI products across startups and large enterprises. Millions of developers trust LangChain to power AI teams at companies like Replit, Clay, Coinbase, Workday, Lyft, Cloudflare, Harvey, Rippling, Vanta, and 35% of the Fortune 500.</p><p>
With $125M raised at Series B from IVP, Sequoia, Benchmark, CapitalG, and Sapphire Ventures, we&rsquo;re at a stage where we&rsquo;re continuing to develop new products, growth is accelerating, and all team members have meaningful impact on what we build and how we work together. LangChain is a place where your contributions can shape how this technology shows up in the real world.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
About the Role:</b></h2><p>
LangChain builds infrastructure that powers AI-native applications. Our open-source framework and commercial products enable developers and enterprises to build, deploy, and scale applications with large language models.</p><p>
We are seeking a business-minded <b>Commercial Counsel</b> with experience drafting, redlining, and negotiating sales agreements with sophisticated global and domestic organizations. This role will serve as a key legal partner to our Go-To-Market organization and cross-functional stakeholders across the company, helping to accelerate revenue while thoughtfully managing risk.</p><p>
This is a full-time, hybrid position based in our New York City office. Our hybrid work model offers a blend of remote flexibility and in-person collaboration, including designated in-office days each week to connect and build as a team.</p><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
What You&rsquo;ll Do:</b></h2><ul><li><p>
Support LangChain&rsquo;s Sales and Partnerships teams by drafting, reviewing, and <b>redlining</b> customer-facing commercial agreements, including MSAs, order forms, DPAs, security addenda, and related amendments</p></li><li><p>
Negotiate directly with customer and partner counsel to drive agreements to execution</p></li><li><p>
Partner closely with Sales, RevOps, Finance, Security, and Product to facilitate efficient deal execution while balancing legal and business risk</p></li><li><p>
Advise on contractual issues related to data protection, privacy, security, intellectual property, AI/LLM usage, liability, and compliance in a SaaS environment</p></li><li><p>
Provide practical, business-focused legal guidance to help close deals while maintaining scalable contracting processes</p></li><li><p>
Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of contract templates, playbooks, fallback positions, and negotiation guidelines</p></li><li><p>
Support cross-functional initiatives related to product launches, pricing strategy, new go-to-market motions, and customer lifecycle matters</p></li><li><p>
Identify trends in customer redlines and help evolve standard commercial positions to support scale</p></li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
What You&rsquo;ll Bring:</b></h2><ul><li><p>
7&ndash;12+ years&rsquo; experience negotiating and drafting commercial sales agreements, including in-house experience at a SaaS, infrastructure, or technology company and/or a law firm</p></li><li><p>
Strong experience negotiating SaaS, cloud, or technology agreements in support of direct enterprise sales teams</p></li><li><p>
Demonstrated experience redlining complex agreements at scale</p></li><li><p>
Working knowledge of data privacy, security, intellectual property, and technology contracting issues in a B2B SaaS context</p></li><li><p>
Comfort advising on emerging AI-related contractual issues (e.g., model outputs, data use, acceptable use restrictions, indemnities)</p></li><li><p>
Ability to balance legal risk with business objectives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment</p></li><li><p>
Strong communication skills and comfort advising non-legal stakeholders</p></li><li><p>
Highly organized, responsive, and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously</p></li><li><p>
High attention to detail with strong ownership and drive</p></li><li><p>
Admitted to practice law in the applicable jurisdiction (New York preferred or ability to register as in-house counsel in NY)</p></li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Compensation &amp; Benefits</b></h2><p>
We offer competitive compensation that includes base salary, variable compensation for relevant roles, meaningful equity, benefits, and perks. Benefits include things like medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible vacation, a 401(k) plan, and life insurance. Actual compensation and offerings will vary based on role, level, and location. Team members in the EU, UK, and APAC receive locally competitive benefits aligned with regional norms and regulations.</p><p>
Annual salary range: $220,000 - $260,000 USD</p></div>

Commercial Counsel

turing

<div><p>Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India</p><p></p><div><div><p><b>
About Turing</b></p>
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Based in San Francisco, California, Turing is the world&rsquo;s leading research accelerator for frontier AI labs and a trusted partner for global enterprises looking to deploy advanced AI systems. Turing accelerates frontier research with high-quality data, specialized talent, and training pipelines that advance thinking, reasoning, coding, multimodality, and STEM. For enterprises, Turing builds proprietary intelligence systems that integrate AI into mission-critical workflows, unlock transformative outcomes, and drive lasting competitive advantage.</p>
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Recognized by Forbes, The Information, and Fast Company among the world&rsquo;s top innovators, Turing&rsquo;s leadership team includes AI technologists from Meta, Google, Microsoft, Apple, Amazon, McKinsey, Bain, Stanford, Caltech, and MIT. Learn more at www.turing.com</p></div><p><b>
Overview:</b><br>
Turing is seeking a motivated, strategic, and pragmatic Senior Commercial Counsel to join our growing legal team. As a key member of Turing Legal, you will work closely with the Head of Commercial Legal to provide legal advice and support to the company's executives and various cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate is comfortable in a fast-paced and dynamic tech environment, with substantive experience in the areas of commercial contracting, intellectual property, and client and vendor relationship management. The ideal candidate is also interested in expanding their scope and taking on a larger generalist role to support the company&rsquo;s various cross-functional teams and legal needs.</p>
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Responsibilities:</b></p>
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<li>Negotiating and drafting sales and procurement agreements, such as MSAs, SOWs, vendor contracts, licensing agreements, and recruiting agreements.</li>
<li>Drafting new templates as needed and continually improving and maintaining existing templates.</li>
<li>Creating and leading legal training for cross-functional teams, specially the Sales team.</li>
<li>Working with the Legal Operations Manager to build contracting efficiencies and create best practices.</li>
<li>Supporting cross-functional executives and teams from Sales, Product, Human Resources, Engineering, Finance, and Marketing by identifying and mitigating legal issues for the commercialization of Turing&rsquo;s business offering while helping to drive comprehensive, long-term strategies that balance growth and other business objectives with risk.</li>
<li>Shaping and improving our legal processes that enable both legal and business functions to scale effectively</li>
<li>Assist with other legal matters on an as-needed basis, including advising internal teams on legal and regulatory compliance matters, including data protection, privacy, and intellectual property issues.</li>
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<p><b>Requirements:</b></p>
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<li>7+ years of experience as a licensed attorney working in-house (especially for a large US-based technology company) and/or a law firm, with at least 3+ years of experience focused on commercial contracting, especially in the context of data procurement and licensing.</li>
<li>Authorization to practice law in India for international commercial practice.</li>
<li>Pragmatic, collaborative, and creative legal thinker with excellent judgment and a willingness to take on new responsibilities and challenges.</li>
<li>Established record of sound judgment and decision making.</li>
<li>Excellent communication, writing, and persuasion skills.</li>
<li>Self-starter with strong organization and project management skills.</li>
<li>Can work independently in a fast-paced and dynamic environment that challenges conventional wisdom while maintaining the highest standards for legal and ethical compliance.</li>
<li>Ability and willingness to routinely support team members and clients located in the U.S. Pacific time zone.</li>
<li>Humility, empathy, and a sense of humor is also greatly appreciated.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Bonus Points for:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Experience with employment law matters, including employee/independent contractor misclassification issues.</li>
<li>Experience with data privacy and data protection.</li>
<li>Experience in advising companies operating in the AI, technology, staff augmentation, and/or professional services industries.</li></ul><p></p><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Values:</b></h3>
<ul><li><b>We are client first</b>: We put our clients at the center of everything we do, because their success is the ultimate measure of our value.</li>
<li><b>We work at Start-Up Speed: </b>We move fast, stay agile and favor action because momentum is the foundation of perfection</li>
<li><b>We are Al forward: </b>We help our clients build the future of Al and implement it in our own roles and workflow to amplify productivity.</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Advantages of joining Turing:</b></h3>
<div><ul><li>Amazing work culture (Super collaborative &amp; supportive work environment; 5 days a week)</li>
<li>Awesome colleagues (Surround yourself with top talent from Meta, Google, LinkedIn etc. as well as people with deep startup experience)</li>
<li>Competitive compensation</li>
<li>Flexible working hours</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Don&rsquo;t meet every single requirement?</b> Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Turing is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. At Turing we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace and celebrate authenticity, so if you&rsquo;re excited about this role but your past experience doesn&rsquo;t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.</p></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Senior Commercial Counsel

Apple

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 Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming great, products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there&rsquo;s no telling what you could accomplish. Do you possess a deep knowledge of the legal field and a passion for innovation? Do you enjoy tackling new challenges in a fast-paced and exciting environment?
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 As part of our WW Commercial &amp; International Legal team, you&rsquo;ll uphold Apple&rsquo;s high ethical and corporate standards. Working for a company that invents entire categories and industries means you&rsquo;ll be challenged to creatively apply your deep legal expertise to cutting-edge and often unexplored aspects of the law. As a member of the WW Commercial and International Legal Group, you will work with Apple&rsquo;s sales organization to help deliver and introduce Apple products across the world. With passion, dedication, and a desire to tackle challenges, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the success of some of the most groundbreaking products and cutting-edge technologies in the world.
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 You will join a team of attorneys supporting Apple&rsquo;s sales organizations and related cross-functional teams, in the sale, marketing, and distribution of Apple products and services. You will collaborate with other legal groups and cross-functional business and engineering teams to support and strategize on product distribution and service strategies around the world. You will draft, review, negotiate and manage complex commercial agreements and advise Apple management on risk allocation/mitigation, business strategies, and policies.
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   Advising and supporting sales and operations on a variety of complex contracts and commercial projects in the channel, including direct engagement with customers and partners.
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   Negotiating and drafting strategic agreements, including sales, distribution, marketing, and after-sales service of Apple products.
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   Providing solutions-based counseling to all levels of management on a wide variety of complex legal and business issues.
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   Building relationships and collaborating with multiple teams across Apple&rsquo;s organization to identify and resolve issues and close deals.
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   JD or equivalent and admission to at least one US state bar
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   4+ years of major law firm and/or in-house experience, including experience with commercial transactions or litigation
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   Excellent interpersonal, communication, and drafting skills: ability to listen, communicate, and draft in a clear and concise manner, present and speak-up, influence, convince, and confront ideas to get to the right decision
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   Curious, self-starter who can work independently, thrives in building strong relationships and driving projects involving cross functional teams, and skilled in collaborating with clients based in various geographies
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   Excellent analytical skills, detail oriented with a strong business acumen, excellent time management and organizational skills, and able to handle a variety of matters at once in a fast-paced environment
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  Preferred Qualifications
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   Experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements
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   Experience handling artificial intelligence matters, including an understanding of the current and evolving regulatory landscape and impacts on commercial transactions
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   Familiarity with competition law and other relevant legal issues related to sales, marketing, and distribution in the US and/or other geos
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   Comfort handling multiple projects on competing timelines
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   Ability to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways
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   Comfortable advising and working with senior and executive management
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   Experience litigating high-stakes cases in state and federal court
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   Experience taking and defending depositions
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  Pay &amp; Benefits
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 At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $190,300 and $286,300, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
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 Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple&rsquo;s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple&rsquo;s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You&rsquo;ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses &mdash; including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.
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 Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
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 Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.
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 Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.
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Commercial Legal Counsel

Bloomberg

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 Location
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 New York
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 Legal, Compliance, and Risk
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 10048012
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  Description &amp; Requirements
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 Bloomberg&rsquo;s Legal &amp; Compliance Department plays a critical role in supporting our businesses and operations around the world. We move quickly and thoughtfully to help address a variety of complex issues that come with being the world&rsquo;s leading financial news and information company. Our team is made up of talented and hardworking legal and compliance professionals who think creatively and work collaboratively in an open environment to deliver results, drive innovation, and solve difficult problems. We are committed to a workplace where all of our employees can thrive, and where everyone feels empowered to make an impact. We also recognize the importance of giving back to our communities as evidenced by our award-winning pro bono program.
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  What's the role?
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 We are seeking a commercial transactions attorney with experience negotiating sophisticated technology licensing and other agreements to join our in-house legal department. You will be responsible for the review, drafting and negotiation of a wide-range of commercial contracts including agreements relating to technology transactions, software licensing, software as a service, services, outsourcing, reseller and manufacturing and media-related agreements. In addition, you will advise clients on a broad range of commercial legal matters, including software development, open source licensing, technology-related services and software compliance.
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 Partnering with Engineering, Information Technology, Supply Chain, Vendor Risk and Facilities teams, you will have the opportunity to provide support on commercial and technology-related transactions and intellectual property-related issues.
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  We'll Trust You To
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   Review, draft and negotiate a wide range of complex commercial agreements, including software licenses, SaaS agreements, service contracts, outsourcing arrangements and media-related deals.
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   Manage multiple matters efficiently and independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while maintaining high standards of quality and attention to detail.
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   Communicate complex legal concepts clearly and effectively to cross-functional stakeholders, including technical and non-legal audiences.
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   Proactively identify potential legal and business risks and help develop practical, business-oriented solutions.
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   Contribute to a collaborative, inclusive, and impact-driven legal team that values innovation, partnership and a commitment to excellence.
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  You'll Need To Have
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   Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
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   Licensed to practice law in New York and in good standing.
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   5+ years' experience as an attorney negotiating and drafting software licenses, technology-related services and media-related agreements, and other types of commercial contracts, as well as advising on intellectual property and licensing issues
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   Efficiently manage a large volume and variety of general matters, negotiate numerous standard and complex corporate and commercial agreements, all in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
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   Ability and desire to contribute in a collaborative fashion, with an emphasis on team values, goals and objectives
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   Ability and desire to communicate effectively with engineers, software developers, product development, R&amp;D and other teams, including strong software technology and development knowledge or experience
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   Superior writing, analytical and communication skills
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   Strong attention to detail and outstanding organizational skills
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  We'd Love To See
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   Experience in a large corporate in-house legal department
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   Someone who thrives working autonomously
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  Does this sound like you?
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 Apply if you think we're a good match. We will get in touch to let you know that the next steps are, but in the meantime feel free to have a look at: https://www.bloomberg.com/company/what-we-do/
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 Salary Range = 200000 - 255000 USD Annually + Benefits + Bonus
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 The referenced salary range is based on the Company's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level.
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 We offer one of the most comprehensive and generous benefits plans available and offer a range of total rewards that may include merit increases, incentive compensation (exempt roles only), paid holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, life insurance, and various wellness programs, among others. The Company does not provide benefits directly to contingent workers/contractors and interns.
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 Discover what makes Bloomberg unique - watch our for an inside look at our culture, values, and the people behind our success.
</div>


Technology Licensing and Commercial Transactions Counsel - Legal & Compliance

Charles Schwab

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Your opportunity</b></h2><p><br>
At Schwab, you&rsquo;re empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us &ldquo;challenge the status quo&rdquo; and transform the finance industry together.</p><div></div><div><br>
Schwab is seeking experienced senior commercial counsel to lead a wide range of complex commercial transactions while advancing Schwab&rsquo;s contract operating model to facilitate operational excellence, consistency, and measurable outcomes.</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
What you have</b></h2><p><b><br>
Required</b></p><ul><li>
Juris Doctor (JD) and active bar admission in at least one U.S. state.</li><li>
7+ years of legal experience, including 3+ years in-house (financial services experience strongly preferred).</li><li>
Extensive experience negotiating complex commercial agreements, supported by a strong understanding of industry practice and the legal and regulatory frameworks governing commercial contracting.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to balance risk and business objectives, evaluate options quickly, and drive deals to closure.</li><li>
Proven execution mindset, with the ability to take ownership of complex workstreams and drive them to completion.</li><li>
Strong executive communication skills and ability to explain risk clearly, succinctly, and persuasively.</li></ul><p><b>
Preferred</b></p><ul><li>
Deep experience with technology sourcing transactions and licensing.</li><li>
Demonstrated program management skills and experience delivering legal transformation or contracting optimization initiatives.</li><li>
Comfort supporting or leading change management and implementing legal operations improvements, including responsible adoption of AI-enabled tools.</li></ul><p><b>
What you&rsquo;ll do</b></p><ul><li>
You will serve as counsel for Schwab&rsquo;s commercial agreements, owning contract negotiations end-to-end from intake through execution in close coordination with Corporate Vendor Management, internal risk teams, and business stakeholders. On a day‑to‑day basis, you will scope deal requirements, identify the appropriate contracting structure, and take primary responsibility for drafting, revising, and negotiating commercial agreements. You will synthesize business objectives and cross‑functional risk input into agreements that align with Schwab policies, regulatory guidance, and industry best practices. The role supports a broad range of sourcing transactions, including technology procurement (artificial intelligence, software licensing, and cloud services&mdash;SaaS, IaaS, and PaaS), professional services and consulting, product procurement, data and content agreements (market data licenses, data feeds, analytics services, and content subscriptions), marketing, and sponsorships, among others.</li><li>
You will provide legal counsel on transactional risk, partnering with senior leaders and subject matter experts to advance business goals within Schwab&rsquo;s governance frameworks. You will translate legal risk into clear decision options, explaining tradeoffs and strategic alternatives to key stakeholders.</li><li>
You will support compliance and risk alignment by confirming that agreements meet firm policies, regulatory standards, and control requirements. You will work closely with internal risk stakeholders to align contractual commitments with the firm&rsquo;s risk appetite while promoting consistent documentation and escalations.</li><li>
You will support contracting process optimization initiatives that improve speed, quality, and consistency. This includes defining and implementing workflows, negotiation playbooks, clause libraries, and escalation standards. In partnership with Corporate Vendor Management and Legal Operations, you will identify and implement opportunities to reduce cycle times, improve the internal client experience, establish meaningful metrics and reporting, and build durable models for workload balancing, delegation, and cross‑functional collaboration.</li><li>
You will drive innovation and continuous improvement by identifying repeatable workflows where GenAI and automation can improve speed and quality. You will support change management to ensure tools are adopted responsibly and align with Legal objectives and enterprise governance, while staying current on industry developments affecting commercial transactions and third‑party risk.</li></ul><div>
In addition to the salary range, this position is also eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities</div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
What&rsquo;s in it for you</b></h2><p>
At Schwab, you&rsquo;re empowered to shape your future. We champion your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration&mdash;so you can build the skills to make a lasting impact. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.</p><p>
We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you &ndash; both today and in the future:</p><ul><li>
401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan</li><li>
Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions</li><li>
Paid parental leave and family building benefits</li><li>
Tuition reimbursement</li><li>
Health, dental, and vision insurance</li></ul></div></div>

Director Legal Counsel, Commercial Transactions

Silva International, Inc.

<div><div><b>Position: </b>Senior Counsel</div><div><b>
Location/Department: </b>Richmond Headquarters/Legal</div><div><b>
Status: </b>Full-Time/Salaried Exempt</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Our Company</b></div><div><i>
Connecting Global Communities Through Quality Agriproducts</i></div><div>
Universal Corporation is a global business-to-business agriproducts company with more than a century of experience connecting farmers, manufacturers, and consumers around the world. Operating in over 30 countries across five continents, we serve as a vital link between agricultural communities and some of the world's most recognized consumer product brands.</div><div>
Through our diversified portfolio &ndash; led by Universal Leaf Tobacco and Universal Ingredients &ndash; we deliver sustainable, traceable, and customized agriproduct solutions that meet evolving market needs. Our work is grounded in responsible sourcing, innovation, and long-term partnership, supporting farmers through training, technology, and community investment.</div><div>
At Universal, integrity, collaboration, and purpose guide how we operate and grow. We are committed to cultivating sustainable value for our partners, strengthening global supply chains, and creating positive impact &ndash; one crop, one connection, and one solution at a time.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Summary</b></div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><br>
As <b>Senior Counsel</b> at Universal, you will lead complex international commercial transactions, drafting and negotiating key agreements and providing strategic legal guidance to support global business operations. You&rsquo;ll shape and improve contracting processes by developing policies, templates, and playbooks, while partnering closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure commercial initiatives align with legal and regulatory requirements. You will also advise on contract interpretation, compliance, and risk mitigation across jurisdictions and manage outside counsel to support the company&rsquo;s international objectives.</h1><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
What You&rsquo;ll Be Doing (Essential Duties)</b></h1><ul><li>
Lead and manage complex commercial transactions, including supply, manufacturing, and services agreements across multiple jurisdictions.</li><li>
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements with global customers, vendors, and logistics providers.</li><li>
Provide strategic legal counsel to business teams on international commercial operations, regulatory risk, and cross‑border contractual frameworks.</li><li>
Develop, implement, and maintain contracting policies, templates, and playbooks to streamline commercial processes for international business units.</li><li>
Partner closely with finance, compliance, procurement, and operations teams to align legal strategy with organizational goals and commercial objectives.</li><li>
Contribute to corporate governance matters, commercial policy development, and internal process improvements for a multinational business environment.</li><li>
Advise on contract interpretation, compliance, and risk mitigation.</li><li>
Ensure contracts align with laws and company policies across global operations.</li><li>
Identify, assess, and manage legal risks associated with global commercial operations.</li><li>
Manage outside counsel as needed.</li></ul><p><b>
Minimum Requirements</b></p><div><br>
<ul><li>
J.D. from an accredited law school.</li><li>
Admission to practice in at least one jurisdiction.</li><li>
7 or more years of relevant experience.</li><li>
Exceptional contract-drafting skills, including the ability to craft clear, accurate, and legally sound agreements, anticipate risk in contract language, and tailor provisions to support business objectives.</li><li>
Strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical business guidance.</li><li>
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to influence and communicate effectively with senior management.</li><li>
Superior legal and analytical expertise and a business-oriented approach to problem-solving.</li><li>
Exceptional interpersonal skills and a commitment to professionalism, integrity, and collegiality</li></ul><p><b>
Preferred Requirements</b></p></div><div><br>
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Law firm experience strongly preferred.</li><li>
Experience with international or cross‑border transactions preferred.</li></ul></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Benefits</b><br>
We offer a wide range of market-competitive total rewards that include 401(k) match, pension, merit increases, paid holidays, medical, dental, life, vision, short and long-term disability benefits, and tuition assistance to name a few.</div><div></div><div><b><i><br>
EOE M/F/Disabled/Vet Employer</i></b><br>
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Senior Counsel

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  Title: Legal / Senior Legal Counsel
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  Location - Gurgaon
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   About noon
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  We&rsquo;re building an ecosystem of digital products and services that power everyday life across the Middle East - fast, scalable, and deeply customer-centric. Our mission is to deliver to every door every day. We want to redefine what technology can do in this region, and we&rsquo;re looking for a Legal / Senior Legal Counsel who can help us move even faster.
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  noon&rsquo;s mission: Every door, every day.
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  Team noon has some of the fastest, smartest, and hardest-working people we've encountered. With a young, aggressive, and talented team, we're driving major missions forward. We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Counsel to support assigned business verticals and functional teams by providing timely, practical, and business-focused legal guidance. This role will act as the first point of contact for all legal matters, with primary ownership of reviewing, drafting, and negotiating commercial and non-commercial contracts, partnerships, and key business initiatives.
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  The position will work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure legal compliance, mitigate risks, and enable smooth business operations while aligning with the organization&rsquo;s governance and regulatory standards.
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   Handle day-to-day legal support, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts.
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   Lead negotiations on non-standard contracts and escalate material deviations or novel issues to the Senior Legal Counsel/ Head of Legal.
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   Provide proactive, business-centric legal advice to stakeholders, finance, and operations teams.
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   Apply approved templates, playbooks, and decision frameworks to ensure speed and consistency.
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   Identify and manage operational legal risks while flagging emerging risk themes and recurring issues.
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   Support dispute management, claims assessment, and pre-litigation settlements under the guidance of the Senior Legal Counsel/ Head of Legal.
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   Ensure adherence to defined turnaround times (TATs), prioritization frameworks, and quality benchmarks.
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   Flag non-standard terms, risk deviations, and execution issues for escalation to Senior Legal Counsel or the Head of Legal.
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   Between 3-8 years PQE with significant experience in core corporate, commercial, IP &amp; contracts experience ( For eg, dealing with MSAs, supply agreements, lease agreements, influencer engagements, working through playbook, adept at using CLMs, etc.).
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   Preferably with e-commerce and retail or banking experience.
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   A proven track record at a top law firm and/or in a dynamic in-house legal environment. Ideally, with experience in both environments. Regional experience of UAE, KSA and /or Egypt would be an additional advantage.
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   Who will excel?
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   A proactive problem-solver who anticipates issues and fixes them before they escalate.
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   Someone who thrives in a visible, people-facing role and enjoys being the go-to person in the office.
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   High ownership, attention to detail, and willingness to roll up your sleeves.
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   We&rsquo;re looking for people with high standards, who understand that hard work matters.
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   You need to be relentlessly resourceful and operate with a deep bias for action.
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   noon is not for everyone; readiness to adapt, pivot, and learn is essential.
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