Commercial Counsel

Remote

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Logistics, Biotechnology, E-commerceIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in law, legal studies, or a related field, along with a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school. A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in a corporate legal department or law firm, is required. Strong knowledge of contract law and commercial transactions, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment are essential. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high-quality work are also necessary. Applicants must be authorized and based in the United States.

Responsibilities

The Commercial Counsel will provide strategic legal advice and support on a broad range of legal matters, with a primary focus on revenue-producing agreements and vendor agreements. Key duties include drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various contracts such as vendor, partnership, and customer agreements. The role involves acting as the point person between legal, growth, security, and finance teams to manage the contracting process, providing legal analysis and strategic advice on potential transactions, and staying informed about relevant legal and regulatory changes. General legal support to internal departments will also be provided as needed.

Skills

Contract Negotiation

Commercial Transactions

Vendor Agreements

Customer Agreements

Partnership Agreements

Legal Compliance

Legal Analysis

Corporate Law

Contract Drafting

REST API

EasyPost

Shipping API solutions for logistics management

About EasyPost

EasyPost offers shipping solutions through its Shipping APIs, allowing businesses to manage their shipping processes efficiently. Clients can integrate these APIs to access and compare rates from multiple carriers like USPS, UPS, FedEx, and DHL on a single platform. The company operates on a subscription or usage-based fee model, providing a free tier for the first 120,000 packages annually, and charges based on shipment volume thereafter. EasyPost differentiates itself by offering comprehensive services, including shipping insurance and data optimization tools, catering to businesses of all sizes.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2012Year Founded

$36.5MTotal Funding

SERIES_BCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Automotive & Transportation, Consumer GoodsIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision plans

Flexible time-off

Stock option opportunities

401(k) match

Cross-functional learning

Monthly virtual events

Risks

Increased competition from emerging shipping API providers may erode market share.

Over-reliance on FedEx partnership could reduce bargaining power with other carriers.

Carbon Offset API adoption may be limited if customers resist paying extra for offsets.

Differentiation

EasyPost offers a best-in-class multi-carrier shipping API for seamless integration.

The company provides shipping insurance across all carriers and service levels.

EasyPost's Carbon Offset API aligns with rising sustainable shipping practices.

Upsides

Partnerships with FedEx and Manhattan Associates enhance service offerings and market reach.

New DHL eCommerce solutions capitalize on expanding international eCommerce markets.

AI and machine learning integration optimizes shipping routes and reduces delivery times.

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