Senior Counsel, Commercial
MarqetaFull Time
Senior (5 to 8 years)
Candidates must possess a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and maintain active membership in good standing with a state bar. A minimum of 10 years of relevant legal experience is required, including at least 3 years in an in-house leadership role. Proven experience in negotiating and drafting complex channel and partner agreements within the SaaS sector is essential, along with a demonstrated ability to scale a team in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Strong business acumen, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and creative problem-solving abilities are necessary. Experience in the cybersecurity industry is a plus.
This role involves leading and managing a team of attorneys to support global licensing and partnership deals for all channels, alliances, and strategic partners. The individual will act as a player/coach, actively negotiating and drafting complex agreements when needed, and providing strategic legal counsel on business initiatives and go-to-market strategies. Key responsibilities include identifying, analyzing, and mitigating legal risks while driving business forward, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop processes, establish new partner programs, and ensure deal closure.
Cloud-native endpoint security solutions provider
CrowdStrike specializes in cybersecurity, focusing on protecting businesses from cyber threats through cloud-native endpoint security solutions. Their main product, the Falcon platform, includes services like Falcon Pro, which replaces traditional antivirus with next-generation antivirus that integrates threat intelligence, Falcon Insight for endpoint detection and response, and Falcon Device Control to manage connected devices. Unlike many competitors, CrowdStrike's services are subscription-based, allowing clients to choose different levels of protection based on their needs. The company serves a diverse clientele, including many Fortune 100 companies, and is recognized as a leader in the cybersecurity field, known for its effectiveness in threat detection and response.