OpenGov
Associate Commercial Counsel
OpenGov, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
OpenGov is home to an exceptional team - passionate about our mission to power more effective and accountable government. By bringing the OpenGov Cloud to our nation's state and local government, we're transforming communities so they can thrive!Imagine yourself being able to help small business owners open their doors faster, ensuring our tax dollars are accounted for, creating safer infrastructure, modernizing the permitting process, and assisting with disaster recovery. The work you do here every day has a meaningful impact on people's lives!OpenGov is a 2023 Top Workplaces USA award winner and a Forbes America's Best Startup Employer.Join our smart, fun, and humble team to experience the most rewarding career of your life!Job Summary:
OpenGov is looking for an attorney to join our Legal Team! Reporting to the Senior Corporate Counsel, the Associate Commercial Counsel will have a diverse role that will include drafting and negotiating a variety of commercial technology agreements. The successful candidate will work closely with our Sales, Security, and Revenue Operations Teams. This role is fast-paced and there is a lot of opportunity to collaborate with others to help build the Legal function to scale.Responsibilities:
Negotiate customer contracts, leading efficient and effective negotiations while building positive relationships with the Sales Team.Develop a progressive understanding of government procurement.Review and negotiate vendor, partner, and other contracts leveraging strong negotiation skills to secure favorable terms and conditions.Demonstrate excellent communication skills both internally and externally.Provide legal advice and guidance to internal stakeholders on legal matters, working collaboratively across the company.Conduct thorough reviews and analysis of contracts to identify potential risks, ambiguities, and discrepancies.Continuously improve internal templates and legal processes to create efficiencies across the function.Requirements and Preferred Experience:
J.D. degree with strong academic credentials and member in good standing of at least one state bar.At least two years of experience drafting, negotiating, and providing guidance on a wide variety of technology transaction agreements.Great judgment, attention to detail, interpersonal, and communication skills.Enthusiastic, hard-working, empathetic person, who enjoys collaborating with many teams.Strong work ethic and the highest level of integrity and business ethics.Positive demeanor and a good sense of humor.Ability to self-start and work independently.Desire to take on greater responsibilities as skills are developed.Must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship from an employer now or in the future.Must be in the office at least three days per week.Understanding of cloud and software industries, including SaaS model, preferred.Experience in drafting and negotiating vendor, non-disclosure, partnership, license, and other transaction agreements preferred.Familiarity with basic revenue recognition rules preferred.Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel, Slack, G Suite, Gmail, DocuSign, and Salesforce preferred.Demonstrate passion for OpenGov's mission of powering a more effective and accountable government.Do what you say you will do.Other Compensation:
Bonus eligible.The final compensation will be determined by a number of factors such as qualifications, expertise, and the candidate's geographical location.What makes OpenGov unique
Leadership:
CEO Zac Bookman is a mission-driven leader.Growth:
Record breaking growth with 1,800+ governments using our products.Culture:
Winner of 2023 Top Workplaces USA award and other accolades.Perks:
90% paid Medical/Dental/Vision premium, Unlimited PTO, and more!Product:
Leader in cloud software for our nation's cities, counties, and state agencies.Mission Driven:
We are a technology company with a passion for the mission.Come join us and make a positive social impact!OpenGov is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
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OpenGov is looking for an attorney to join our Legal Team! Reporting to the Senior Corporate Counsel, the Associate Commercial Counsel will have a diverse role that will include drafting and negotiating a variety of commercial technology agreements. The successful candidate will work closely with our Sales, Security, and Revenue Operations Teams. This role is fast-paced and there is a lot of opportunity to collaborate with others to help build the Legal function to scale.Responsibilities:
Negotiate customer contracts, leading efficient and effective negotiations while building positive relationships with the Sales Team.Develop a progressive understanding of government procurement.Review and negotiate vendor, partner, and other contracts leveraging strong negotiation skills to secure favorable terms and conditions.Demonstrate excellent communication skills both internally and externally.Provide legal advice and guidance to internal stakeholders on legal matters, working collaboratively across the company.Conduct thorough reviews and analysis of contracts to identify potential risks, ambiguities, and discrepancies.Continuously improve internal templates and legal processes to create efficiencies across the function.Requirements and Preferred Experience:
J.D. degree with strong academic credentials and member in good standing of at least one state bar.At least two years of experience drafting, negotiating, and providing guidance on a wide variety of technology transaction agreements.Great judgment, attention to detail, interpersonal, and communication skills.Enthusiastic, hard-working, empathetic person, who enjoys collaborating with many teams.Strong work ethic and the highest level of integrity and business ethics.Positive demeanor and a good sense of humor.Ability to self-start and work independently.Desire to take on greater responsibilities as skills are developed.Must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship from an employer now or in the future.Must be in the office at least three days per week.Understanding of cloud and software industries, including SaaS model, preferred.Experience in drafting and negotiating vendor, non-disclosure, partnership, license, and other transaction agreements preferred.Familiarity with basic revenue recognition rules preferred.Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel, Slack, G Suite, Gmail, DocuSign, and Salesforce preferred.Demonstrate passion for OpenGov's mission of powering a more effective and accountable government.Do what you say you will do.Other Compensation:
Bonus eligible.The final compensation will be determined by a number of factors such as qualifications, expertise, and the candidate's geographical location.What makes OpenGov unique
Leadership:
CEO Zac Bookman is a mission-driven leader.Growth:
Record breaking growth with 1,800+ governments using our products.Culture:
Winner of 2023 Top Workplaces USA award and other accolades.Perks:
90% paid Medical/Dental/Vision premium, Unlimited PTO, and more!Product:
Leader in cloud software for our nation's cities, counties, and state agencies.Mission Driven:
We are a technology company with a passion for the mission.Come join us and make a positive social impact!OpenGov is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
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