Legal Counsel - Commercial

The role

The Legal Counsel - Commercial will provide legal support and guidance to commercial teams, product teams, and other internal stakeholders. This person will draft and negotiate commercial agreements and advise on legal and regulatory matters.

What you will do

• Provide legal support and counsel to commercial operations, enterprise procurement, sales, marketing, and business development teams.
• Provide legal support and counsel to the product team on new and existing products.
• Draft and review product support documentation and company policies.
• Draft, review, and negotiate vendor agreements, customer contracts, partnership agreements, and licensing agreements.
• Advise on legal and regulatory matters including data privacy, AI, contract law, intellectual property, and industry regulations.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to assess and mitigate legal risks.
• Develop and implement contract management processes and procedures.
• Provide training and guidance to business partners on contract best practices and compliance.
• Stay informed about changes in laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Manage relationships with external legal counsel and third-party advisors.

Required qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Active membership in good standing with the relevant state bar association
• 5-7 years of experience practicing law, with a focus on product support and commercial transactions
• Strong understanding of contract drafting and negotiation principles
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to analyze legal issues, identify potential risks, and provide practical solutions
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment

Nice to have

• Experience in a corporate legal department or law firm setting
• Prior experience in the financial services industry, especially involving GLBA, FCRA, and other relevant regulatory work
• Experience in technology or related industries
• Working knowledge of privacy and GenAI matters
• Local candidates able to work in the MX headquarters office

Before you apply

• This position does not accept sponsorship candidates
• Only US-based candidates who are authorized to work in the US without sponsorship, now or in the future, will be considered

About the company

MX is a financial technology company that builds data infrastructure and intelligent solutions for banks, credit unions, and fintechs. The company operates at the intersection of scale and agility.