Commercial Counsel

Join to apply for the Commercial Counsel (Ad Tech) role at Monks. We are a globally digital, unitary operating brand of S4Capital plc. We help brands and businesses interact with the world through content production, technology, and data science powered by AI. The Role Monks is looking for a highly motivated Commercial Counsel to join the US Legal team and help with day‑to‑day legal matters for our content productions in the US & Canada, and related legal issues, including MSAs, SOWs, Amendments, NDAs, and influencer agreements. You should have a passion for simplicity and clarity, coupled with a strong background in contract drafting and negotiation. Be an autonomous, strategic, and adaptable attorney who thrives in a high‑pressure, high‑stakes environment, demonstrating agility in a digital‑first setting. This role involves negotiating deals for the United States and Canada and providing practical, commercially‑focused guidance and support to internal business stakeholders. Responsibilities Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements (e.g., MSAs, SOWs, Content & Vendor Agreements, Amendments, NDAs) to support sales, marketing, production, and operations. Work with clients and internal teams to lead negotiation of terms to align with company policies and objectives. Analyze and mitigate potential risks involved with specific contract terms. Review creative and production assets for legal compliance, including consumer protection and advertising laws, and work alongside Business Affairs to secure necessary clearances for talent, music, and related intellectual property rights. Partner with internal legal counsel across the world to create contract policies and commercial strategy to ensure the support of the business as it scales. Serve as primary contact for internal and external contract‑related inquiries. Create and deliver internal training on commercial and legal processes and concepts. Assist with post‑merger integration related to commercial processes. Proactively identify new projects and goals needed to improve the legal function and work to accomplish them. Provide guidance and support to the global commercial team. Stay current on relevant industry, commercial, IP, privacy, employment, and other laws, regulations, and developments to adapt our commercial processes accordingly. Work on various other legal projects to support the North American and Global Legal team. This role will evolve as the needs of the business grow and change. What You Bring To It 7+ years of experience working on commercial transactions, preferably within the agency and/or digital production industry. Demonstrated experience in digital advertising, content, production, and media. Attention to detail is a must. Strong knowledge of digital content, entertainment, contract and commercial law. Flexibility and willingness to take on tasks in new areas of law. Ability to work independently and exercise excellent judgment. Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to relay legal concepts, policies, and documents in a manner easily understood by non‑lawyers. Flexibility to adapt and thrive in a constantly changing environment as we continue to grow our business internationally. Curiosity and eagerness to stay up to date on the regional legal landscape and our industry and align our goals accordingly. Must be able to effectively work cross‑functionally with many different teams and personalities across the world. Licensed lawyer in good standing admitted to practice in your state of residence or able to obtain In‑House Counsel registration within 3‑6 months of starting the role. A positive attitude, ability to roll up your sleeves to get the job done, and not sweat the small stuff. Benefits Excellent, full coverage medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer‑paid HRA. Generous PTO and 15 company‑wide holidays. 401k with company contribution. Paid parental leave. Work‑life balance with an emphasis on personal well‑being. Career growth in a disruptor space & entrepreneurial opportunities within the Monks network. A globally diverse & inclusive culture with employee resource groups such as S4 Melanin, Pride.Monks, Cultura.Monks, and more. Authentic commitment to DEI efforts and sustainable growth. Compensation & Policies Salary Range: $135,000—$150,000 USD. The salary offered will be determined based on job‑related factors, and not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status. Return to Office: This role is subject to our Return to Office (RTO) policy. If you reside within a commutable distance of one of our office locations, you will be expected to work from the office a set number of days per week. Details will be provided in accordance with the company’s current RTO policy. About Monks Monks is the global, purely digital, unitary operating brand of S4Capital plc. With a legacy of innovation and specialized expertise, Monks combines an extraordinary range of global marketing and technology services to accelerate business possibilities and redefine how brands and businesses interact with the world. Its integration of systems and workflows delivers unfettered content production, scaled experiences, enterprise‑grade technology and data science fueled by AI—managed by the industry’s best and most diverse digital talent—to help the world’s trailblazing companies outmaneuver and outpace their competition. We are an equal‑opportunity employer committed to building a respectful and empowering work environment for all people to freely express themselves among colleagues who embrace diversity in all respects. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion At Monks, we believe in fostering an environment where a diversity of perspectives can thrive. We proactively work to design hiring processes that promote equity and inclusion while mitigating bias. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr