Commercial Counsel
Axiom Talent Platform is seeking a Commercial Counsel to support a leading technology client's AI and connected applications team. This role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex commercial agreements with third-party partners integrating their services into AI-powered applications and other digital products. The position offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of artificial intelligence, technology transactions, data privacy, and intellectual property.
Key responsibilities include providing legal guidance on technology integrations, such as APIs, SDKs, and data flows, advising on data privacy and security matters, including GDPR and CCPA compliance, and supporting intellectual property licensing matters, including software licensing and content usage rights. The Commercial Counsel will collaborate with product, engineering, and business teams to structure and negotiate technology integration agreements and independently manage a portfolio of commercial legal matters with minimal supervision.
Candidates should have at least five years of experience in commercial transactions, technology transactions, or a related legal practice area, with demonstrated experience supporting technology product teams and negotiating complex software, platform integration, or technology partnership agreements. A working knowledge of technical concepts such as APIs, SDKs, data flows, and software integrations is essential, along with a strong understanding of GDPR and CCPA, particularly as they relate to data sharing, privacy, and security. Experience with intellectual property licensing, including software and content usage rights, is also required.
The estimated total compensation for this full-time role ranges from $104,500 to $325,000 per year, based on various factors including experience, skills, certifications, location, and business needs. Employees may be eligible for additional benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance; paid holidays and PTO; flexible work arrangements; and professional development opportunities and tools.
Axiom Talent Platform has pioneered the alternative legal services industry for over 25 years, serving more than 1,500 legal departments globally with a unique blend of world-class legal talent and advanced AI tools. The company tackles complex legal matters across 12 practice areas for clients ranging from Fortune 100 to SMBs, empowering legal professionals to engage in meaningful work that advances their careers. Axiom is the global leader in high-caliber, on-demand legal talent, covering North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC.