Offer summary

Qualifications:

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school., Experience in commercial law, particularly in drafting and negotiating agreements., Strong understanding of intellectual property law and technology partnerships., Excellent communication and negotiation skills..

Key responsabilities:

Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements.

Provide legal counsel to various teams on contract structures and risk assessment.

Lead negotiations for strategic partnerships with enterprise customers.

Advise on intellectual property considerations and ensure legal frameworks align with business objectives.

Job description

COMPANY PROFILE

Great Minds, a mission driven Public Benefit Corporation, brings teachers and scholars together to craft exemplary instructional materials that inspire joy in teaching and learning. Our English curriculum, Wit & Wisdom®, Eureka Math™ and PhD Science™, all support teachers as they take students beyond rote learning to provide a deeper, more complete understanding of the humanities, mathematics, and the sciences. Founded in 2007, Great Minds now employs more than 1,000 people.

For additional information please visit: www.greatminds.org

OUR MARKET POSITION

Great Minds’ Eureka Math is the most widely used curriculum in the history of American education. It enjoys an unrivaled 40+ net promoter score. Eureka and its sister products, Wit & Wisdom English and PhD Science, embrace much higher expectations for all students and all teachers. In a market dominated by scripted, procedural materials that drive expectations down, Great Minds produces curricula that celebrate knowledge, respect the craft of teaching, and acknowledge the true capabilities of students.

Job Purpose

Reporting to the General Counsel, the Manager, Partnerships/Commercial Counsel will act as a strategic legal partner to the business, driving high-impact partnerships and transactions that support growth, innovation, and strategic partnerships. This position will draft, negotiate, and advise on a broad range of agreements, ensuring the company’s interests are protected while enabling business success.

Responsibilities

Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements, including sales contracts, strategic partnerships, and licensing agreements.
Provide practical, business-focused legal counsel to sales, partnerships, marketing, and product teams on contract structures, risk assessment, and deal execution.
Lead negotiations for strategic partnerships with enterprise customers.
Develop and implement efficient contracting processes to support scalable growth while mitigating risk.
Advise on intellectual property considerations in transactions, including licensing, ownership rights, and content collaborations.
Support go-to-market initiatives by ensuring that legal frameworks align with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
Stay ahead of legal developments in commercial, technology, and IP law, providing proactive guidance to leadership.

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