Frontapp
Senior Counsel - Commercial and Privacy
Frontapp, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Location:
Chicago, IL
Type:
Full time
Department:
Legal
Compensation:
Estimated Base Salary (Chicago Hybrid) $165K – $205K
This is a Hybrid role, expected to be in our Chicago office on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Individual compensation packages are based on factors unique to each candidate, including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, training, and market conditions. At Front, we take a market-based approach to pay. In addition to cash compensation (base salary, which may include commissions or overtime pay where applicable), Fronteers are eligible to receive equity in the company.
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Counsel to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of relevant legal experience, combining both law firm and in-house practice. This role requires comprehensive experience negotiating technology transactions with a strong background in privacy and data protection. You will work cross functionally with various business units, including engineering and product teams.
What will you be doing?
Lead and manage complex commercial transactions, including B2B SaaS and other commercial agreements (Master Services, Data Processing, Consulting, Professional Services, Reseller, NDA) with Front’s customers and vendors.
Provide legal support for Front business partners (Sales, Marketing, IT, People, Engineering and Product teams) to further their business objectives.
Advise on data privacy, data protection and the legal and regulatory aspects of product development in the technology space.
Assist in building a privacy compliance program to ensure compliance with US, European, and other international privacy laws.
Utilize and implement a contract lifecycle management system to streamline contract processes.
Enhance templates, playbooks, forms, policies, and processes to simplify and expedite deals and product/service terms.
Provide strategic, creative and practical legal advice and continuously build a trusted partner relationship with clients.
Drive constant cross functional improvement, scalability, and operational excellence in contract negotiations and continued implementation of a privacy program.
What skills & experience do you need?
6+ years of relevant legal experience with prior in-house experience preferred.
Working knowledge of global data privacy laws required.
Experience at a B2B SaaS company required.
Expertise in commercial technology transactions, including B2B SaaS and strategic transactions.
Strong understanding of the enterprise SaaS space and experience working with international sales teams.
A passion for working at a technology company and ability to understand product development in conjunction with data protection regulations.
Strong knowledge of US, European, and international privacy laws that pertain to Front’s business.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Strong drafting skills with high attention to detail.
Familiarity with using contract lifecycle management systems.
Proactive in driving enhancements of templates, forms, policies, and processes.
Committed to continuous improvement, scalability, and operational excellence.
What we offer
Competitive salary
Equity (we are post-series D & backed by some of the best VCs in the US)
Private health insurance, including plan options at no cost to employees
Focus Fridays
Flexibility to work from home 3 days/week
Mental health support with Workplace Options
Family planning support with Maven
$100 per month Lifestyle Stipend to spend on fitness and other activities
Wellness Days - Fronteers get an additional day off on months with no holidays
Winter Break - Our offices are closed from Christmas to New Year's Day!
Front provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that you have read and understand the
California Recruiting Privacy Notice
&
EU Privacy Notice
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Chicago, IL
Type:
Full time
Department:
Legal
Compensation:
Estimated Base Salary (Chicago Hybrid) $165K – $205K
This is a Hybrid role, expected to be in our Chicago office on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Individual compensation packages are based on factors unique to each candidate, including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, training, and market conditions. At Front, we take a market-based approach to pay. In addition to cash compensation (base salary, which may include commissions or overtime pay where applicable), Fronteers are eligible to receive equity in the company.
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Counsel to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of relevant legal experience, combining both law firm and in-house practice. This role requires comprehensive experience negotiating technology transactions with a strong background in privacy and data protection. You will work cross functionally with various business units, including engineering and product teams.
What will you be doing?
Lead and manage complex commercial transactions, including B2B SaaS and other commercial agreements (Master Services, Data Processing, Consulting, Professional Services, Reseller, NDA) with Front’s customers and vendors.
Provide legal support for Front business partners (Sales, Marketing, IT, People, Engineering and Product teams) to further their business objectives.
Advise on data privacy, data protection and the legal and regulatory aspects of product development in the technology space.
Assist in building a privacy compliance program to ensure compliance with US, European, and other international privacy laws.
Utilize and implement a contract lifecycle management system to streamline contract processes.
Enhance templates, playbooks, forms, policies, and processes to simplify and expedite deals and product/service terms.
Provide strategic, creative and practical legal advice and continuously build a trusted partner relationship with clients.
Drive constant cross functional improvement, scalability, and operational excellence in contract negotiations and continued implementation of a privacy program.
What skills & experience do you need?
6+ years of relevant legal experience with prior in-house experience preferred.
Working knowledge of global data privacy laws required.
Experience at a B2B SaaS company required.
Expertise in commercial technology transactions, including B2B SaaS and strategic transactions.
Strong understanding of the enterprise SaaS space and experience working with international sales teams.
A passion for working at a technology company and ability to understand product development in conjunction with data protection regulations.
Strong knowledge of US, European, and international privacy laws that pertain to Front’s business.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Strong drafting skills with high attention to detail.
Familiarity with using contract lifecycle management systems.
Proactive in driving enhancements of templates, forms, policies, and processes.
Committed to continuous improvement, scalability, and operational excellence.
What we offer
Competitive salary
Equity (we are post-series D & backed by some of the best VCs in the US)
Private health insurance, including plan options at no cost to employees
Focus Fridays
Flexibility to work from home 3 days/week
Mental health support with Workplace Options
Family planning support with Maven
$100 per month Lifestyle Stipend to spend on fitness and other activities
Wellness Days - Fronteers get an additional day off on months with no holidays
Winter Break - Our offices are closed from Christmas to New Year's Day!
Front provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that you have read and understand the
California Recruiting Privacy Notice
&
EU Privacy Notice
#J-18808-Ljbffr