Commercial Counsel

About the Role:

The Commercial Counsel is a key member of Upgrade’s legal team in San Francisco. In this role, you will help drive commercial contract review and execution, build effective cross-functional working relationships, and work closely with internal and external stakeholders to meet business objectives and protect the company from risk. As a member of legal, you’re at the forefront of innovation and product iteration - we play a key role helping teams explore new ideas and realize goals. That means you’ll learn a lot and have ample opportunity to apply it. We’re also team-oriented and will eagerly share information and resources.

*Preferred locations: SF Bay area, Orange County, CA, Atlanta, GA, or Dallas, TX. Hybrid work schedule: Tu/Thu in office required for candidates in the SF Bay Area, Orange County, Atlanta, and Dallas.

What You’ll Do:

• Manage the end-to-end contract negotiation process for assigned contracts, from initial drafting and review through negotiation and execution for contracts such as vendor/procurement agreements, purchase and servicing agreements, marketing and referral partnership agreements 
• Learn the nuances of Upgrade’s products and work closely with the product team to achieve their commercial goals
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including legal, finance, vendor management, and business teams, to ensure contracts meet business objectives and risk appetites
• Provide guidance and support to internal teams on contract-related matters, including interpretation and clarification of terms and risk exposure
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and legal requirements during contract negotiation
• Build trust and manage conflicting demands from multiple business clients

What We Look For:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited US law school and current member in good standing with a US state bar 
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in reviewing, drafting, and negotiating a broad range of commercial contracts, including procurement/vendor, partnership, and B2B agreements, with a strong background in both an in-house legal team and the corporate department of a top-tier law firm
• Sound understanding of legal principles and contract law
• Proven track record of communicating complex contract issues effectively and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders
• Exceptional project management and time management acumen 
• Ability to adeptly handle multiple contracts concurrently while maintaining a focus on efficient prioritization
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Eagerness for learning new knowledge in the ever-evolving fintech landscape, demonstrating a genuine curiosity for fintech innovations and contractual frameworks
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of tasks, and meet deadlines

What We Offer You: 

• Competitive salary and stock option plan
• 100% paid coverage of medical, dental and vision insurance 
• Flexible PTO
• Opportunities for professional growth and development  
• Paid parental leave
• Health & wellness initiatives

The compensation range of this position in San Francisco, CA is USD $205,000 - $230,000 annually, equity and benefits. Within this range, an individual's base pay will be dependent on a variety of factors, including without limitation, job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience. 

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