Senior Legal Counsel

3 weeks ago

Virtual, United States opentext Full time

OPENTEXT 
OpenText is a global leader in information management, where innovation, creativity, and collaboration are the key components of our corporate culture. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to partner with the most highly regarded companies in the world, tackle complex issues, and contribute to projects that shape the future of digital transformation.

 

 

 

YOUR IMPACT

Joining OpenText is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Every day, across all departments, we engage in uniquely interesting work. We are currently seeking a business-orientated and tech-savvy Senior Legal Counsel specializing in US Federal, State, Local Government and Education (SLED) contracting to join our in-house legal team. Additionally, there are opportunities to work on general commercial technology contracts in both the U.S. and Canada.

 

 

WHAT THE ROLE OFFERS

  • Ability to lead negotiation and drafting efforts on a wide range of commercial technology agreements and partner agreements including cloud services agreements, software licenses, and professional services.
  • Act as trusted legal advisor and business partner supporting a growing and dynamic business, and working with cross-functional groups, and handling escalations.
  • Direct education and communication on government contracts with internal clients and lawyers who may not be experts in public sector matters. 
  • Perform analysis and provide guidance on company transactions as well as go-to-market products, evaluate risk, update templates, create and deliver training, and manage projects of benefit to the Legal team and department.
  • Collaborate with colleagues and clients regarding new and developing laws and regulations related to government contracting and procurement requirements relating to the sale of our products to government customers.

 

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

  • Law degree from an accredited law school and active, good standing membership in at least one U.S. State bar
  • 10+ years previous experience in public sector contracting, providing legal expertise in working with U.S. Federal and SLED end-user customers and system integrators.
  • Broad experience in commercial contracting (sell- side) in the context of SaaS and enterprise software licensing transactions - cloud-based product agreements, professional services contracts, etc.
  • Experience doing business with regulated industries and understanding or interest in data privacy/data security a plus.
  • Ability to advise management on risks across the business and strategies for mitigation.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills, time management skills, attention to detail and sense of urgency.
  • Ability to think creatively, take ownership of tasks and adapt to changing business requirements.

 

 

Work Arrangement:  This position is a virtual work set up. 

 

 

Salary Statement

This job is expected to pay in the range of $175,000 to $215,000 base salary as well as a bonus based on company performance metrics.  OpenText also offers comprehensive and competitive group benefits and healthcare plans.  Individual compensation will be determined based on skills and experience comparable to the job requirements.

 

 

ONE LAST THING:   

OpenText is more than just a corporation, it's a global community where trust is foundational, the bar is raised, and outcomes are owned.  Our 30-year legacy encompasses delivering over 700 innovative products and services, with over 120,000 enterprise customers, including 98 of the Top 100 companies, and 150 million end users.  As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to partner with the most highly regarded companies in the world, tackle complex issues, and contribute to projects that shape the future of digital transformation.

 

#LI-REMOTE

 

 

 

 

 

OpenText's commitment to diversity and inclusion surpasses legal requirements, evident in our Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy which promotes a respectful and empowering environment for employees of all backgrounds, culture, national origin, race, color, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, family status, age, veteran status, disability, religion, or other basis protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please contact us at hr@opentext.com. Our proactive approach fosters collaboration, innovation, and personal growth, enriching OpenText's vibrant workplace.

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