[Remote] Legal Director at Accela

United States

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Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited U.S. law school
Active membership in a state bar, with eligibility for California Registered In-House Counsel if not CA-barred
6+ years of legal experience, including at least 3 years in-house at a technology or SaaS company
Strong experience negotiating commercial contracts, particularly with government entities
Solid understanding of SaaS business models and software licensing
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative, team-first mindset

Responsibilities

Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including SaaS, software licensing, professional services, and maintenance agreements
Partner with Sales and Services teams to drive deals to closure efficiently while maintaining compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
Provide strategic legal guidance on RFPs, government procurement processes, and contract structures
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop and implement scalable legal processes and templates that support revenue growth
Support cross-functional initiatives involving legal input, including compliance, sales operations, and risk management
Stay current on relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends affecting SaaS and public sector contracting
Identify and develop a secondary area of legal expertise (e.g., privacy, compliance, or employment law) to support broader legal team initiatives

Skills

Accela

Cloud-based solutions for government agencies

About Accela

Accela provides cloud-based solutions designed for government agencies to enhance civic engagement and streamline operations. Its main product, the Construct API, enables developers to create applications that improve interactions between government entities and citizens. These applications can assist with various civic functions, including permitting, licensing, code enforcement, and public health management. Accela differentiates itself from competitors by offering a subscription-based Software as a Service (SaaS) model, along with open-source tools and resources that foster a community of developers focused on civic technology. The company's goal is to improve efficiency, transparency, and citizen satisfaction in government services.

San Ramon, CaliforniaHeadquarters

1999Year Founded

$151.4MTotal Funding

GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage

Government & Public Sector, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Family Planning Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Mental Health Support

Risks

Emerging civic tech startups pose a threat to Accela's market share.

Integration challenges with OpenCounter may disrupt service delivery.

Economic downturns could reduce government spending on Accela's SaaS solutions.

Differentiation

Accela offers a comprehensive suite of cloud-based solutions for government agencies.

The Construct API enables developers to enhance civic engagement and streamline operations.

Accela's acquisition of OpenCounter simplifies permitting and licensing processes for users.

Upsides

Increased demand for digital government services boosts Accela's SaaS offerings.

Smart city initiatives globally expand Accela's market reach.

Data-driven decision-making in government operations increases demand for Accela's analytics capabilities.

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