Lead Corporate Counsel, Commercial

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Strength in Trust

OneTrust’s mission is to enable innovation through the responsible use of data and AI. We believe that ensuring data is trusted shouldn’t slow teams down—it should accelerate what’s possible. This led us to develop the first technology platform for responsible data use in 2016. Today, with AI representing the latest and most impactful expansion of data yet, OneTrust is once again redefining what responsible innovation looks like. OneTrust, the AI‑Ready Governance Platform™, unifies regulatory intelligence, automation, and connected governance workflows so businesses can continue to move at the speed of AI while ensuring good governance to prevent data misuse at scale. Trusted by thousands of organizations worldwide, OneTrust is shaping the future where trusted data becomes a transformative force for business and society.

The Challenge

Due to increased customer demand for the AI-Ready Governance Platform, we’re looking to hire a lead corporate counsel to provide transactional support on commercial contracts. The successful candidate will be part of the Commercial & Product Support team.

Your Mission

• Independently review and negotiate a high volume of complex SaaS contracts through the contract lifecycle to execution
• Handle ad-hoc legal requests for support from the sales function
• Understand key IP, commercial, and finance requirements
• Keep up-to-date on applicable laws, regulations, and industry guidance
• Drive compliance in day-to-day sales activities, including providing training
• Support updates to legal team templates & precedents
• Assist with wider company projects assigned to the Commercial & Product Support team

You Are

• An excellent communicator and negotiator
• Self-motivated
• Able to work independently, multi-task and prioritize your workload
• Able to quickly shift priorities to meet deadlines
• Able to effectively communicate, both verbal and written, with all levels of the organization
• Meticulous and pride yourself with attention to detail and accuracy
• Adaptable to change and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Highly organized
• JD from an accredited U.S. law school required
• Member of a State Bar in good standing
• 8+ years of commercial contracts experience

Extra Awesome

• Privacy, GRC, Ethics & Compliance or ESG experience
• High volume commercial transactions experience with a SaaS or other technology company
• Ironclad experience

For California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, New York, Rhode Island, and Washington-based candidates: the annual base pay range for this role is listed below. Within this range, individual pay is determined by several factors, including location, job-related skills, work experience, and relevant education and/or training. This role may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, equity, and/or commissions, as well as benefits.

Salary Range
$139,725 — $220,000 USD

Where we Work

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Our Commitment to You

When you join OneTrust you are stepping onto a launching pad — the countdown has begun. The destination? A career without boundaries working alongside a diverse and inclusive crew who is passionate about doing meaningful work. As a pioneer, your voice and expertise will help chart the direction of an entirely new category. Our commitment to putting people first starts with you. Your growth is part of the mission. Our goal is to give you the power to embark on the next phase of your uniquely, unique career.

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