Senior Counsel, Commercial
MarqetaFull Time
Senior (5 to 8 years)
The ideal candidate will have ten-plus years of in-house legal experience in fast-paced, collaborative, and innovative environments, demonstrating business orientation, flexibility, creativity, and determination. A strong focus on commercial contracts, preferably with SaaS experience, and experience managing the legal aspects of M&A transactions are essential. Familiarity with private and public governance structures and norms, with experience in transitions between them, is preferred. A passion for management and mentorship, along with a delightful, friendly, and collaborative personality, is also required.
This role involves leading the commercial, transactional, and governance functions of the legal department, upskilling and developing internal talent, and strategically hiring legal professionals. Responsibilities include efficiently managing outside counsel and other resources, directing the implementation of upgraded processes and tooling, and serving internal stakeholders and external clients and partners in a collaborative, business-enabling manner. The Deputy General Counsel will also act as a player-coach for junior commercial attorneys and find and implement creative structures for M&A transactions to achieve business objectives.
License plate reader cameras for crime prevention
Flock Safety provides a system aimed at enhancing public safety through crime prevention while ensuring privacy and reducing bias. The main product is a network of license plate reader cameras that capture essential vehicle information, which helps in solving crimes. These cameras utilize machine learning technology to ensure that the data collected is objective and ethically used. Flock Safety serves a variety of clients, including neighborhoods, businesses, and law enforcement agencies in over 1,000 cities. The company operates on a subscription model, where clients pay for the installation, maintenance, and access to data and analytics. This approach not only generates a steady revenue stream but also allows clients to benefit from ongoing updates and support. Flock Safety's goal is to create safer communities by providing effective crime prevention tools that respect individual privacy and foster trust between the public and law enforcement.