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Whoop

<div><div><div>At WHOOP, we're on a mission to unlock human performance and healthspan. WHOOP empowers members to perform at a higher level through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives.</div><div></div><div> 
WHOOP is seeking a Corporate Counsel, Wholesale and Retail to support the legal needs of our growing global business. In this role, you&rsquo;ll provide legal guidance across our international wholesale and owned retail initiatives while serving as a strategic partner to teams expanding our presence in North America, EMEA, GCC, and beyond. From negotiating cross-border agreements to navigating complex regulatory frameworks, your work will be crucial in helping WHOOP scale responsibly and sustainably in retail and distribution channels worldwide.</div><div></div><div> 
This role is based in the WHOOP office located in Boston, MA. The successful candidate must be prepared to relocate if necessary to work out of the Boston, MA office.</div></div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
RESPONSIBILITIES:</h3><ul><ul><li>
Act as lead legal advisor on all wholesale and retail matters, including distribution partnerships, retail channel development, and global go-to-market strategy</li><li>
Draft, negotiate, and manage a wide variety of wholesale agreements, including international distribution, reseller, partnership, and operations oriented contracts, and owned retail agreements, including LOIs, leases, and vendor contracts</li><li>
Provide practical legal counsel on global regulatory matters, including consumer protection, advertising, promotions, e-commerce, and competition law</li><li>
Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams such as sales, operations, product, finance, and marketing to support international retailer launches</li><li>
Engage and manage external counsel in key international markets to ensure local legal compliance and risk mitigation</li><li>
Develop and continuously refine scalable legal processes, contract templates, and playbooks to support rapid expansion</li><li>
Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations across jurisdictions and advise internal stakeholders on emerging risks and legal developments</li></ul></ul></div></div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
QUALIFICATIONS:</h3><ul><ul><li>
JD or equivalent legal degree and active bar membership in good standing</li><li>
5+ years of legal experience, including significant exposure to global commercial transactions, retail law, and international distribution, preferably in a high-growth consumer technology environment</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to negotiate complex cross-border deals and provide actionable legal advice to business partners</li><li>
Solid understanding of global legal and regulatory frameworks affecting retail operations</li><li>
Strong business acumen and ability to balance legal risk with business goals</li><li>
Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills</li><li>
Comfort working independently in a fast-paced, global environment with shifting priorities and tight deadlines</li><li>
Strong commitment to embracing and leveraging AI tools in day-to-day tasks, ensuring AI-assisted work aligns with the same high-quality standards as personal contributions</li></ul></ul></div></div><div><div>
Interested in the role, but don&rsquo;t meet every qualification? We encourage you to still apply! At WHOOP, we believe there is much more to a candidate than what is written on paper, and we value character as much as experience. As we continue to build a diverse and inclusive environment, we encourage anyone who is interested in this role to apply.</div><div></div><div> 
WHOOP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-verify to determine employment eligibility. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.</div><div></div><div> 
The WHOOP compensation philosophy is designed to attract, motivate, and retain exceptional talent by offering competitive base salaries, meaningful equity, and consistent pay practices that reflect our mission and core values.</div><div></div><div> 
At WHOOP, we view total compensation as the combination of base salary, equity, and benefits, with equity serving as a key differentiator that aligns our employees with the long-term success of the company and allows every member of our corporate team to own part of WHOOP and share in the company&rsquo;s long-term growth and success.</div><div></div><div> 
The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $170,000 - $210,000. Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within each range, individual pay is based on factors such as job-related skills, experience, performance, and relevant education or training.</div><div></div><div> 
In addition to the base salary, the successful candidate will also receive benefits and a generous equity package.</div><div></div><div> 
These ranges may be modified in the future to reflect evolving market conditions and organizational needs. While most offers will typically fall toward the starting point of the range, total compensation will depend on the candidate&rsquo;s specific qualifications, expertise, and alignment with the role&rsquo;s requirements.</div></div></div>

Corporate Counsel, Wholesale & Retail

Larson Maddox

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 A privately held energy infrastructure company is seeking an in-house Legal Counsel to join its growing team. The ideal candidate will provide support across the company's energy infrastructure portfolio, with a focus on utility-scale power generation and energy storage projects. The role involves direct engagement with internal development, finance, and asset management teams, as well as coordination with external counsel.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities:
 
 
 
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 Support legal review of site control agreements, including leases, easements, and option agreements, ensuring title and survey compliance.
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 Review and negotiate interconnection agreements with utilities and ISOs, including generator interconnection procedures and network upgrade cost responsibilities.
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 Advise on and negotiate ISDAs, Credit Support Annexes, and related documentation for commodity hedging.
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 Draft and negotiate EPC contracts, including full-wrap and split-scope structures, equipment supply agreements, and construction management arrangements.
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 Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating offtake agreements, including PPAs, hedge agreements, and tolling arrangements.
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 Support negotiation and execution of credit agreements, including construction loans, term loans, and revolving credit facilities; coordinate with lenders and counsel on collateral packages and closing deliverables.
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 Provide legal support for M&amp;A transactions, including asset and equity acquisitions, joint ventures, and divestitures.
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 Advise on secured finance transactions, including UCC filings, intercreditor agreements, and lien perfection.
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 Support corporate governance and entity formation for project companies and holding structures.
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 Draft and negotiate commercial contracts, including service agreements, consulting agreements, NDAs, and vendor terms.
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 Qualifications:
 
 
 
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 J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
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 2+ years of legal experience, preferably in energy, infrastructure, or commercial transactions.
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 Familiarity with U.S. power markets and regulatory frameworks is a plus.
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 Strong drafting, organizational, and communication skills.
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 Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
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 If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please apply directly with an updated resume.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 All inquiries will be handled with strict confidentiality.
 
 
</div>

Legal Counsel

Lakeside Software

<div>
 
 About the Role
 
 
 
 
 We are seeking a strategic and business-oriented Vice President, Legal to serve as the Company's chief legal advisor, providing counsel to the executive team, board of directors, and management on all legal, regulatory, and compliance matters. This leader will be responsible for overseeing all legal aspects of the company's operations, including corporate governance, compliance, contract negotiation, intellectual property, employment law, and risk management. This role requires a seasoned legal professional that can enhance our legal framework to support the growth of the Company.
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Serve as the primary legal advisor to the executive team and board
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 Build and lead the Company's legal function, including selecting and managing outside counsel as needed
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 Provide guidance on global corporate governance, board matters, and compliance frameworks
 </li>
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 Oversee negotiation and structuring of global customer, vendor, and partner agreements. Ensure templates, processes, and playbooks scale efficiency with the business
 </li>
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 Manage global corporate governance, entity structure, and securities compliance
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 Advise on employment law, data privacy, and intellectual property protection
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 Develop and maintain compliance programs covering data security, privacy, and governance
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 Support M&amp;A, fundraising, and strategic partnerships, including due diligence and integration
 
 
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 Requirements
 
 
 
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 Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and admission to practice law
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 10+ years of legal experience, with significant commercial experience in SaaS or technology companies
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 Strong understanding of cloud compliance and security (SOC2, ISO, DORA, etc.)
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 Strong background in commercial contracting, data privacy, corporate governance, and employment law
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 Proven ability to manage complex legal issues and provide practical business-oriented solutions
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 Seasoned in, and comfortable with, leading on contract negotiations with customers and suppliers
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 Excellent negotiation, communication, and leadership skills
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 Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth, global environments
 
 
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 Benefits
 
 
 
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 Medical, Dental &amp; Vision Insurance
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 Flexible Spending
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 Short &amp; Long Term Disability Insurance
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 Company Paid Life &amp; Voluntary Life &amp; AD&amp;D Insurance
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 401(k) matching
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 11 Days Observed Holidays
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 20 Days PTO
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 5 Days Paid Sick Time
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 Opportunities for career development and growth
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 A collaborative and supportive team culture
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General Counsel / VP, Legal

SS&C Technologies

<div>
 As a leading financial services and healthcare technology company based on revenue, SS&amp;C is headquartered in Windsor, Connecticut, and has 27,000+ employees in 35 countries. Some 20,000 financial services and healthcare organizations, from the world's largest companies to small and mid-market firms, rely on SS&amp;C for expertise, scale, and technology.
 
 
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 Legal Counsel
 
 
 Locations: Windsor, CT | Boston, MA | Braintree, MA | Waltham, MA | New York, NY | Hybrid
 
 
 
 Get To Know Us:
 
 
 
 SS&amp;C Technologies is seeking a Legal Counsel to join the legal team supporting its Wealth &amp; Investment Technology (&ldquo;WIT&rdquo;) and other business divisions within SS&amp;C. SS&amp;C is a leading software and SaaS provider of investment management products and services.
 
 
 This role will primarily support SS&amp;C I&amp;IM and its sales team, with a focus on revenue-generating contracts and commercial initiatives. There will also be opportunities to contribute to broader legal and compliance matters across the WIT division. The ideal candidate is a commercially minded attorney who can balance business objectives with legal risk under tight deadlines.
 
 
 
 Why You Will Love It Here!
 
 
 
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 Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model and Business Casual Dress Code, including jeans
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 Your Future: 401k Matching Program, Professional Development Reimbursement
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 Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Sick Leave, Paid Holidays
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 Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave
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 Wide Ranging Perspectives: Committed to Celebrating the Variety of Backgrounds, Talents and Experiences of Our Employees
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 Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, including SS&amp;C University
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 Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!
 
 
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 What You Will Get To Do:
 
 
 
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 Drafting, negotiating and advising the SS&amp;C businesses on their commercial agreements, including front-line experience with customer licensing and service agreements.
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 Work on legal aspects of business or corporate initiatives, including compliance with applicable data privacy laws.
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 Advise internal clients in a high profile, fast-paced position that interfaces with many corporate departments, including the executive team, sales, development, client service, human resources and finance.
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 Learn the business and apply that contextual knowledge to SS&amp;C&rsquo;s legal issues.
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 Own, and collaborate with legal team to optimize, contract templates, legal processes and workflows.
 
 
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 What You Will Bring:
 
 
 
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 JD degree required.
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 3+ years&rsquo; experience drafting, amending, and negotiating customized commercial contracts (SaaS or software licensing preferred).
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 Strong contract analysis, drafting, and negotiation skills.
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 Interest in legal operations and process improvement.
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 Excellent legal analysis, communication, and writing abilities.
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 Curious, confident self-starter with strong time management and organizational skills.
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 Versatile, team-oriented, and eager for professional growth.
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 Sound legal judgment and practical, business-focused advice.
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 Experience with third-party data suppliers and data privacy a plus.
 
 
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 MA: Salary range for the position: 150,000 USD to 220,000 USD.
 
 
 CT: Salary range for the position: 150,000 USD to 220,000 USD.
 
 
 Thank you for your interest in SS&amp;C! If applicable, to further explore this opportunity, please apply directly with us through our Careers page on our corporate website @ www.ssctech.com/careers.
 
 
 Unless explicitly requested or approached by SS&amp;C Technologies, Inc. or any of its affiliated companies, the company will not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services.
 
 
 SS&amp;C offers excellent benefits including health, dental, 401k plan, tuition and professional development reimbursement plan.
 
 
 SS&amp;C Technologies is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of race, color, religious creed, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws.
 
 
 Salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, job related knowledge, skills, abilities, business needs, and geographic regions.
 
 
 NY: Salary range for the position: $150,000 USD to $220,000 USD.
 
 
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Cambridge Associates

<div>Firm Overview:
Cambridge Associates (&ldquo;CA&rdquo;) is a leading global investment firm. CA&rsquo;s goal is to help endowments &amp; foundations, pension plans, and ultra-high net worth private clients implement and manage custom investment portfolios that generate outperformance so that they can maximize their impact on the world. Cambridge Associates delivers a range of services, including outsourced CIO, non-discretionary portfolio management, and investment consulting.
Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, CA has offices in key markets in North America, the United Kingdom, Europe, Asia, and Oceania. Our worldwide teams ensure our clients benefit from decades of global presence, local expertise, and relationships with the top global investment managers across the world. For more information, please visit www.cambridgeassociates.com .
Job Description Summary:
The Legal Counsel &ndash; Investments will be responsible for delivering legal support for the client investment process. This work will include reviewing and negotiating a broad range of investments, with a focus on private funds, such as hedge funds, private equity funds and venture capital funds, as well as separately managed accounts. This lawyer will work with other lawyers and staff within the global Legal and Compliance Team. There will be significant interaction with the CA investment and operations teams; external investment management firms and their legal counsel; and other external parties. In addition, the scope of work may include supporting the development, launch and maintenance of investment vehicles.
Job Description: 
<ul><li>Review and negotiate alternative investments across all asset classes, with a focus on closed-end funds (e.g., private equity funds, private credit funds, venture capital funds, secondaries funds, co-investment funds, continuation vehicles); hedge funds; separately managed accounts; and traditional long-only funds.
</li><li>Advise investment teams on commercial and legal terms governing investments. Work closely with investment teams to seek to improve those terms in favor of CA&rsquo;s clients through negotiation. Draft and edit investment documents including side letter agreements.
</li><li>Assess suitability of investments from regulatory, tax and local-law standpoints for the accounts of a broad range of Endowment and Foundation, Pension, and Private clients operating and/or formed in many jurisdictions globally. Coordinate with and manage external counsel.
</li><li>Potentially support the development, launch and ongoing operation of various CA investment vehicles, including legal, regulatory and tax structuring, and drafting / reviewing and negotiating constituent documentation (e.g., limited partnership agreements, series agreements, associated offering documents).
</li><li>Assist operations with legal questions arising in the consummation of investments.
</li><li>Gain, record and retain familiarity with the unique characteristics and requirements of many clients.
</li><li>Direct, educate and instruct investments and operations teams regarding investment fund documentation and function.
</li>Advise on corporate actions (e.g., proposed fund amendments and consents), securities laws, the Advisers Act, corporate and other matters. 
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</li></ul>Qualifications
<ul><li>J.D. degree required.
</li><li>Licensed and in good standing to practice in the United States.
</li><li>3+ years of experience with a top law firm, or a combination of law firm and in-house experience.
</li>Flexibility 
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</li></ul>Experience and Skills
<ul><li>General areas of law covered: discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services, investment management, private funds, securities, ERISA, general familiarity with U.S., U.K. and E.U. tax and regulatory matters related to private investment funds, transactional work.
</li><li>Experience with privately offered / alternative investments, and related legal documentation including partnership agreements, investment management agreements, LLC agreements, side letters, subscription agreements, NDAs, offering memoranda.
</li><li>Familiarity with institutional investment services and/or products.
</li><li>Specific experience with primary, secondary, and direct transactions in private equity and venture capital.
</li><li>Experience with regulatory, risk and compliance matters (primarily U.S., but U.K., E.U. will be helpful).
</li><li>General exposure to tax matters relating to private investment funds.
</li><li>Ability to organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
</li><li>Comfortable communicating with all levels of the firm (strong verbal skills).
</li>Comfort assessing relative risk and making reasoned decisions efficiently in a high-volume environment.. 
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Pay Range Minimum:
194200
Pay Range Maximum:
264100
In addition to the listed salary range, this position is eligible for an annual performance-based bonus and a comprehensive, competitive benefits package. Actual placement within the stated salary range will be determined based on factors such as skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as internal equity.
The firm is committed to the concept and practice of equal employment opportunity and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. It is expected that all employees will follow a similar policy toward their co-workers.</div>

Cato Networks

<div>
 
 Welcome to the future of cloud networking and security!
 
 
 
 Cato Networks is the first company to converge enterprise networking and security into one centralized and global service that is delivered by cloud. It is led by networking and security pioneer Shlomo Kramer (Check Point, Imperva) and early investor (Palo Alto Networks, Exabeem, Trusteer and more). Cato&rsquo;s unique technology inspired a brand-new product category, later named &ldquo;SASE&rdquo; by Gartner and a market expected to reach $25 billion by 2027.
 
 
 This is your opportunity to get on the rocket ship and join a company that is building a cutting-edge enterprise network and secure cloud platform, and is on a fast track to becoming the worldwide market leader &ndash; don&rsquo;t miss it!
 
 
 We are looking for an experienced lawyer to join us as Legal Counsel. The role will help build the legal and compliance foundation and infrastructure required to support an amazing company and the business teams in the Americas and worldwide. The ideal candidate has a sharp business focus, is proactive, decisive, and highly collaborative.
 
 
 We are open to candidates that are located remotely in the United States, with a preference for Eastern time zone.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Provide practical, business-oriented legal advice and recommendations on numerous legal and business issues in a fast-paced environment.
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 Ability to structure, draft and negotiate complex agreements and communicate effectively with sales professionals as well as attorneys, internal stakeholders in the company, and representatives of customers and partners in the Americas.
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 Knowledge of various technology agreements, including sales, various business models, licenses, consulting, NDAs, open-source, Channel partner and Strategic Alliance agreements, and other agreements commonly used in the high-tech industry required.
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 Monitor and provide guidance on data privacy and other applicable laws and regulations.
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 Create and maintain standard templates, business processes, and internal policies to help scale the business.
 
 
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree, Juris Doctorate, and a current license to practice law in at least one U.S. State
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 3+ years of experience in both a law firm and in-house environment, with a mix of commercial (customer-facing), product, and operational responsibilities.
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 Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
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 Passion for collaboration and driving projects to completion.
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 A &ldquo;roll up the sleeves&rdquo; attitude, with a desire to learn new skills, build your experience with projects that may be outside your comfort zone, and work on projects in multi-disciplinary teams
 
 
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Simmons University

<div><div>ABOUT SIMMONS
</div>Located in Boston&rsquo;s historic Fenway area, Simmons University has a strong tradition of empowering women and challenging traditional gender roles. Simmons was founded for equality 125 years ago as one of the first higher education institutions dedicated to helping women become leaders. Today, our university continues to grow and evolve and now offers Boston&rsquo;s only women&rsquo;s undergraduate program and graduate programs open to all. 
You&rsquo;re joining our community at an especially exciting time as we continue to innovate for the future. Simmons recently launched a six-school academic structure that leverages our expert faculty and longstanding expertise in professions that make our communities stronger. In addition, we continue to highlight our high-value education proposition that is delivering greater ROI to students and putting them on the fast track to career growth and success. You&rsquo;ll find that people who work here truly believe in our mission of preparing students to become social justice-oriented leaders who excel in their professions and their communities. This commitment and pride make for a dynamic workplace.
As a university that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, Simmons encourages applications from all under-represented groups. Simmons is committed to creating, developing, promoting, and enhancing inclusive hiring practices&ndash;at all levels, for all positions&ndash;ensuring diverse talent pools and the delivery of a consistent positive candidate experience. Simmons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to continuing to develop a more diverse faculty, staff, student body, and curriculum.
Job Summary:
Simmons University is seeking applications to join the Office of the General Counsel as an Assistant/Associate General Counsel (&ldquo;AGC&rdquo;). Simmons is looking for an experienced attorney to provide legal support on the wide range of legal issues facing an institution of higher education. The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience analyzing complex legal issues and offering appropriate guidance; exercising excellent judgment; using exceptional communication skills; and handling multiple matters simultaneously while working independently to achieve the strategic goals and objectives of the University.
As a member of a small legal team, the AGC will be expected to provide counsel on a wide range of issues related to higher education. This individual will be expected to provide timely and comprehensive legal advice to a range of constituencies, including the University President and senior administrators, the Board of Trustees, and University faculty and staff. This person will serve as a trusted advisor to the General Counsel. This position reports directly to the General Counsel.
Essential Functions:
Key responsibilities, include, but are not limited to the following:
<ul><li>Draft, review, negotiate, and offer advice regarding University contracts in a manner that balances the University&rsquo;s legal interests while also promoting the strategic and business objectives of the institution. Contract review may include areas such as: procurement, personal services, licensing, leasing, academic partnerships, corporate sponsorships, consulting agreement, and agreements related to intellectual property.
</li><li>Provide counsel and investigation support on employment law matters, including but not limited to: hiring practices, employee and labor relations, disciplinary actions, terminations, intellectual property, threats of litigation, and employee benefits.
</li><li>Support the University in building a culture of compliance and work closely and collaboratively with the Office of the Provost, Human Resources, Student Affairs, Finance, Advancement and other university departments that manage risk and compliance, including areas such as data privacy and financial aid.
</li><li>Advise on a wide range of student matters, including areas such as: disability and religious accommodations, Title IX, FERPA, academic integrity, and behavioral/code of conduct issues.
</li><li>Maintain a current understanding of the local, state, and federal laws and regulations that apply to the University and higher education, interpret the application of such laws and regulations, and educate other members of the University community about them.
</li><li>Represent Simmons before administrative and governmental agencies, and hire and manage outside counsel where appropriate and assist with legal and litigation strategy.
</li><li>Work with the General Counsel and Secretary to the Board to provide support for the operations of the Simmons University Board of Trustees, including advising on governance matters.
</li><li>Assist with policy and procedure review and revisions, and create new policies and procedures as needed.
</li><li>Develop and provide training on various legal and compliance issues.
</li></ul><ul><li>Handle other legal matters and perform other duties as assigned by the General Counsel.
</li></ul>Minimum Qualifications:
<ul><li>J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
</li><li>Licensed to practice law in accordance with Massachusetts state bar requirements. Must be a member in good standing of all state bars where licensed to practice law.
</li><li>4 years of relevant experience with either a law firm or in-house legal department.
</li><li>The ability to address complex legal issues with sound judgment and strong analytical skills, while keeping the University&rsquo;s strategic plan and goals in mind.
</li><li>A demonstrated capacity to work with confidence with senior leaders of the University, as well as members of the Board of Trustees. This includes the ability to build trust and credibility with University leaders, and operate in a highly professional and collegial manner.
</li><li>A proven track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously under pressure, while prioritizing accordingly and always exercising excellent judgment.
</li><li>Exceptional judgment, which includes exercising confidentiality and discretion and practicing law in a manner that reflects honesty, integrity, and reliability.
</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications:
<ul><li>8+ years of relevant experience.
</li><li>Prior experience working within an institution of higher education.
</li></ul>WORK ENVIRONMENT &amp; CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
<ul><li>Occasional evening, holiday, or weekend work required.
</li><li>Position is eligible for partial remote work, subject to business needs requiring on-campus presence.
</li><li>Occasional travel for legal matters as needed.
</li><li>Typical office environment, minimal exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
</li><li>Long periods of sitting at a desk and making substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers to type, write, file, perform clerical tasks, and/or operate a computer and/or mobile device.
</li><li>Position requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.
</li><li>Ability to lift up to 10 pounds, and ability to carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
</li><li>Standing/remaining upright on the feet periodically. Walking/moving about on feet to accomplish tasks
</li></ul>Required Application Materials:
<ul><li>Resume
</li><li>Cover Letter
</li></ul>In accordance with applicable pay transparency laws effective October 29, 2025, Simmons University is committed to pay equity, transparency and clear communication throughout the hiring process. The hourly or annual salary range for this position is:
S12$105,800.00 - $180,000.00
This is benefits eligible position.
Actual compensation will be based on factors such as experience, education, skills, equity, and external market benchmarks that help guide compensation decisions. Our compensation philosophy is centered around a comprehensive package that includes pay, health benefits, and retirement savings offerings that can be seen here , as well as work-life balance initiatives such as flexible hours and remote work opportunities. We are committed to offering a package that empowers individuals to thrive in their roles, contribute meaningfully, and lead with confidence.
Instructions to Applicants : Please upload all applicable application materials (e.g. resume/cv, cover letter, writing sample, teaching philosophy, etc.) in the Application Materials box on page 2 (&quot;My Experience&quot;) of this application. Documents can be uploaded individually or as a combined document (e.g. PDF).
Simmons University is committed to inclusive excellence in all aspects of an individual&rsquo;s community experience. As a university committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, Simmons encourages applications from all under-represented groups. Simmons is committed to creating, developing, promoting, and enhancing inclusive hiring practices&ndash;at all levels, for all positions&ndash;ensuring diverse talent pools and the delivery of a consistent positive candidate experience. Simmons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to continuing to develop a more diverse faculty, staff, student body, and curriculum.</div>

Assistant/Associate General Counsel

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