Senior Commercial Counsel - East (Remote) at AuditBoard

United States

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$156,000 – $234,000Compensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Technology, Audit, Risk Management, ESG, InfoSecIndustries

Requirements

8+ years of in-house transactional experience in a role that requires direct interaction with potential customers, partners, vendors, and internal stakeholders and executives from sales to information security
5+ years of experience negotiating SaaS agreements, Amendments, and Order Forms with enterprise customers
Understanding of the full contract lifecycle from NDA to internal approvals through the conclusion of the signature process
Great bedside manner when working through deals (both internal and external)
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Proficient in editing and managing contracts using both Microsoft Office and Google Product Suites
Growth mindset, enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, and managing multiple concurrent projects and tasks to completion within the required time frame
Team mentality with the flexibility to address unique issues in real-time and the awareness to know when to bring in others
Licensed to practice law and in good standing in the state of residence

Responsibilities

Primarily responsible for the Eastern Region of the US, focused on Enterprise and Strategic deals, and support two to three Area Directors and their teams
Independently lead legal negotiations with customers
Provide general guidance on various transactions, including subscription agreements, data processing agreements, partner agreements, and vendor agreements
Shape key initiatives designed to streamline AuditBoard’s contracting process as the company scales

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

commercial contractssubscription agreementsdata processing agreementspartner agreementsvendor agreementslegal negotiationstransactional lawenterprise deals

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for the Senior Commercial Counsel position?

The salary range is $156K - $234K.

Is this position remote, and are there any location requirements?

Yes, this is a remote position focused on the Eastern Region of the US, requiring Eastern Time Zone availability.

What experience and skills are required for this role?

Candidates need 8+ years of in-house transactional experience with direct interaction in deals, 5+ years negotiating SaaS agreements with enterprise customers, understanding of the full contract lifecycle, exceptional organizational and communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suites, and an active law license in good standing.

What is the company culture like at AuditBoard?

AuditBoard fosters a collaborative, innovative environment with a team mentality, customer obsession, focus on growth, and commitment to helping each other break through barriers while contributing to the community.

What makes a candidate stand out for this Senior Commercial Counsel role?

Stand out with 8+ years in-house transactional experience, 5+ years negotiating SaaS deals with enterprises, great bedside manner, exceptional organizational skills, a growth mindset for fast-paced work, and strong team collaboration.

AuditBoard

GRC software for audit and compliance

About AuditBoard

AuditBoard provides Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) software solutions for large enterprises, including many Fortune 500 companies. Its platform automates and manages audit, risk, and compliance programs in real time, enabling teams to collaborate and report from anywhere. The company operates on a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) model, offering specialized modules for different GRC aspects, which simplifies complex tasks and improves efficiency. AuditBoard's goal is to empower organizations to effectively manage their compliance and risk management needs.

Cerritos, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2014Year Founded

$42.4MTotal Funding

BUYOUTCompany Stage

Enterprise Software, Financial ServicesIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Risks

Increased competition from emerging GRC software providers could erode market share.

Rapid technological advancements may require costly updates to remain competitive.

Cybersecurity threats targeting cloud-based platforms could damage reputation and client trust.

Differentiation

AuditBoard offers a fully integrated GRC platform for large enterprises.

The platform provides real-time collaboration and reporting capabilities for remote work environments.

AuditBoard's SaaS model ensures continuous updates and improvements to its software.

Upsides

AuditBoard ranked #1 in enterprise Security Compliance in G2 Winter 2025 Grid Report.

The company was named 'Overall Risk Management Solution of the Year' in 2024.

AuditBoard's new analytics suite enhances data insights for customers.

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