Counsel, Commercial Law at Articulate

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Technology, SaaSIndustries

Requirements

Minimum 5-9 years of experience drafting and negotiating commercial SaaS contracts (combination of law firm and in-house experience preferred)
Experience with a variety of commercial contracts, including vendor, software, professional services, and consulting arrangements
Experience in technology law issues such as software and application licensing, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and data privacy, cloud, SaaS, and intellectual property
Able to act quickly and decisively in a fast-paced environment, balancing multiple deals while managing within the organization's risk tolerance
Highly effective verbal and written communication skills for partnering with stakeholders and building relationships outside of the legal team
"Roll up your sleeves," curious and team-oriented mindset, with a sense of humor and demonstrated growth mindset
Experience working within a B2B sales environment
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited U.S. law school, and active admission in at least one State Bar
Proficient in MS Office Suite, and familiar with G-Suite and Slack
Located within the United States
Demonstrated ability to balance legal risk with business objectives

Responsibilities

Draft and negotiate SaaS agreements, NDAs, and other commercial documents to support Sales, Customer Success, Order Management, and Finance teams to facilitate quick deal closures
Partner with the business, including IT, InfoSec, and HR, to analyze, onboard, draft, and negotiate vendor agreements in support of procurement requirements
Provide practical legal guidance in a digestible manner
Contribute to the ongoing development of the Legal team’s processes, including development or refinement of templates, playbooks, policies/procedures, workflows, and trainings
Work independently with limited supervision, while supporting the team culture within the Legal group and across the organization
Align with and fully support the organization’s goals and human-centered culture
Partner closely with, and provide advice to, business teams participating in operational decisions and initiatives
Assist with coordination of outside counsel on specific issues or proceedings, as needed
Support cross-functional initiatives to improve contract processes and reduce cycle times
Assist with training for business teams on contract processes and legal requirements
Help identify legal and business risks in evolving business models and recommend solutions to mitigate exposure
Participate in the development of legal department policies and best practices

Skills

SaaS contracts

reseller agreements

distributor agreements

professional services contracts

consulting agreements

NDAs

vendor agreements

contract drafting

contract negotiation

legal playbook development

commercial law

Articulate

E-learning software for course creation

About Articulate

Articulate provides e-learning software and resources aimed at businesses, educational institutions, and individual course creators. Its main product, Articulate 360, is a subscription service that includes tools like Storyline 360 and Rise 360, which help users create interactive online courses without needing advanced technical skills. Storyline 360 allows for the development of custom e-learning courses, while Rise 360 is designed for ease of use and responsive design, making it suitable for various devices. Articulate differentiates itself from competitors through its user-friendly design, comprehensive features, and strong community support. The company's goal is to simplify the course creation process and empower users to deliver effective online training.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

2002Year Founded

$1,459.1MTotal Funding

SERIES_ACompany Stage

Consumer Software, EducationIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Student debt repayment

401(k) savings

Supplemental insurance

Mental health sessions

Health savings account (HSA)

Life coaching

Flexible PTO

Fully remote

Well-being benefit

Medical insurance

Baby bonding leave

Child care assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Transgender benefit

Company matching donations

Abortion travel assistance

Service sabbatical

Cash for Change

Risks

Emerging e-learning platforms offer similar features at lower costs, increasing competition.

Rapid AI advancements could outpace Articulate's current offerings if not updated swiftly.

Data privacy concerns with AI integration may lead to regulatory scrutiny.

Differentiation

Articulate 360 offers a comprehensive suite of e-learning tools for diverse users.

Storyline 360 allows custom, interactive course creation without advanced technical skills.

Rise 360 provides ease of use and responsive design for mobile-friendly courses.

Upsides

Articulate's AI Assistant in Rise 360 enhances online course creation capabilities.

The $1.5 billion funding boosts Articulate's growth and innovation potential.

Rise Themes improve engagement and outcomes in e-learning experiences.

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