Corporate Counsel

## About the Role The Corporate Counsel role at Smartsheet is a critical position that requires a highly skilled and motivated individual to support the company's commercial contracting functions. As a key member of the legal team, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work closely with various stakeholders, including sales, procurement, and other business units. With the company's ambitious plans to unite human teams with AI agents, the Corporate Counsel will play a vital role in navigating the complex legal landscape and providing strategic advice to drive business growth. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial contracts, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. As a remote-eligible position, the Corporate Counsel will have the flexibility to work from anywhere in the United States, with a preference for candidates in the Pacific or Mountain time zones. As part of the legal team, the Corporate Counsel will report to the Senior Director of Legal and will be responsible for supporting the company's commercial contracting functions, as well as providing guidance on legal matters to various business units. ## What You Will Do - Negotiate, draft, and review commercial agreements in support of Smartsheet's sales motion, including agreements concerning online subscription software, data privacy and processing, intellectual property use, and professional services.

• Provide strategic and practical legal advice to teams globally across the company, including sales and procurement.
• Help support or manage a software channel partner program, including drafting, negotiating, and advising on reseller agreements, partner onboarding documentation, and compliance with channel policies.
• Collaborate with all members of the Legal team across office locations, including attorney and non-attorney personnel.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of document templates, alternate language playbooks, and internal resource documents.
• Deliver training and guidance to employees on legal issues, best practices, and company policies.
• Support general business operations by responding to requests for assistance from across the company as needed.
• Complete special projects as requested.

• 3+ years of experience drafting and negotiating technology contracts such as software licenses, software-as-a-service (SaaS) agreements, software development agreements, and professional services agreements.
• JD from an accredited law school and an active member of a state bar.
• AI-first mentality, with the ability to revise and leverage AI output into final work product.
• Experience advising business teams on a variety of issues relevant to commercial contracts, including working directly with sales representatives on issues relevant to customer contracts.
• Ability to analyze problems and recommend practical solutions that balance legal and business risks.
• Skilled at developing strong working relationships with other business units despite competing priorities and interests.
• Aptitude and disposition to uphold company's business standards and risk tolerance.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, business judgment, and strategic thinking.

• Familiarity with cloud-based software and technology contracts.
• Knowledge of data privacy and intellectual property laws.

• 401k match to help you save for your future (50% of your contribution up to the first 6% of your eligible pay).
• Monthly stipend to support your work and productivity.
• Flexible Time Away Program, plus Sick Time Off.
• US employees are automatically covered under Smartsheet-sponsored life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability plans.
• 12 paid holidays per year.
• Up to 24 weeks of Parental Leave.
• Personal paid Volunteer Day to support our community.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development, including access to Udemy online courses.
• Company-funded perks, including a counseling membership, local retail discounts, and your own dedicated budget for professional development.

- To stand out as a candidate, make sure to highlight your experience with commercial contracts, particularly in the tech industry.

• Develop a strong understanding of AI and its applications in the legal field to demonstrate your ability to work with AI output.
• Showcase your ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and provide strategic advice to business units.
• Be prepared to discuss your experience with data privacy and intellectual property laws, as well as your ability to analyze complex legal issues.
• When negotiating salary, consider the company's benefits and perks, such as the monthly stipend and flexible time away program, and factor them into your overall compensation package.
• Red flags to watch for include a lack of transparency about the company's goals and expectations, or unclear communication about the role's responsibilities and expectations.