Senior Commercial Counsel

About the Role

The right candidate will be comfortable working with cross-functional teams and managing a wide range of projects simultaneously. This role is perfect for someone who is self-motivated, detail-oriented, and driven to deliver outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

Recharge's commitment to relentless product innovation and ease of use has made it Shopify's premier subscription solution. With data from over 100 million shoppers, Recharge helps brands set up, manage, and grow their subscription businesses successfully. As a Senior Commercial Counsel, you will have the opportunity to work on a broad variety of legal and business matters, making this role both challenging and rewarding.

What You Will Do

• Partner with various stakeholders to drive business outcomes and provide legal support and advice on commercial agreements.
• Participate in end-to-end contract support, including advising, drafting, negotiating, and readying for execution.
• Assist in the operation and development of policies and procedures for the company.
• Contribute to problem resolution by identifying, addressing, and escalating issues as they arise.
• Work cross-functionally on legal matters to support business development and innovation.
• Provide clear and pragmatic legal advice to non-lawyers on commercial matters.
• Live by and champion Recharge's values: #accountability, #collaboration, #iteration, #details.
• Collaborate with the Sales team to negotiate and finalize contracts.
• Develop and maintain a deep understanding of Recharge's business and legal needs.

What We Are Looking For

• JD from an ABA-accredited U.S. law school with strong academic credentials.
• Active member of a recognized state bar in the United States.
• 7+ years of relevant experience in a law firm and/or in-house legal department.
• Excellent negotiating and drafting skills on financial/commercial transactions.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact effectively with various levels of staff and management.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills with the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Detail-oriented and driven to do things right.
• Self-motivated with a passion for taking ownership of your work and delivering outcomes.

Nice to Have

• Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Familiarity with SaaS agreements, partnership agreements, and data processing agreements.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote-first organization.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a leading subscription platform and contribute to its growth and success.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Flexible working hours and remote work options.

• Ensure you have a strong understanding of commercial law and contract negotiation principles before applying.
• Develop a portfolio that showcases your experience in drafting, negotiating, and managing commercial agreements.
• Practice your communication skills to effectively interact with cross-functional teams and non-lawyers.
• Research Recharge's values and mission to understand the company culture and how you can contribute to it.
• Be prepared to discuss your experience working in a fast-paced environment and how you handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Consider highlighting any experience you have with SaaS agreements, partnership agreements, or data processing agreements.