Corporate Counsel, Commercial Contracts

Cutter Associates

. Serve as Cutter's in-house counsel and legal advisor to senior leadership and business teams across U.S.

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $180,000 - $300,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex commercial agreements while providing legal guidance on compliance matters, data privacy, and information security. Capable of advising senior leadership and cross-functional teams on legal risks and business strategies.

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Juris Doctor (JD)In-House Counsel ExperienceComplex Commercial AgreementsData Privacy ComplianceNegotiation Skills

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Hard Skills

Drafting AgreementsReviewing AgreementsNegotiating ContractsIntellectual PropertyIndemnificationRisk AllocationDispute ResolutionConfidentialityInformation SecurityEmployment Law

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsJudgmentTime Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Active State Bar Membership

Industry Keywords

Commercial ContractingB2B OrganizationsConsulting ServicesProfessional ServicesTechnology Services

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as Cutter's in-house counsel and legal advisor to senior leadership and business teams across U.S. and international operations
Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements, including master services agreements, statements of work, NDAs, research membership agreements, strategic partnership agreements, vendor agreements, subcontractor agreements, and sponsorship and event-related agreements
Advise business teams on indemnification, limitations of liability, intellectual property, confidentiality, data privacy, and information security
Develop new contractual arrangements and update existing agreements to support strategic partnerships, new service models, and evolving business needs
Advise on employment-related legal issues, protection of confidential and proprietary information, dispute resolution, and other legal and business risks
Provide legal guidance on compliance matters, including data privacy, information security, and AI-related issues
Support RFPs and client due diligence
Support internal projects and business initiatives, including developing and updating policies, procedures, and other legal documentation
Collaborate with Consulting, Research, Human Resources, Finance, Marketing, and IT teams
Coordinate with outside counsel on specialized U.S. and international legal matters

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar
Approximately 5–10+ years of relevant legal experience, preferably including in-house counsel experience
Strong experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex commercial agreements, including MSAs, SOWs, NDAs, professional services agreements, and vendor contracts
Experience supporting consulting, professional services, technology services, or similar B2B organizations strongly preferred
Familiarity with commercial contracting considerations involving intellectual property, data privacy, information security, indemnification, and risk allocation
Excellent negotiation, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional teams
Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, manage multiple competing priorities, and deliver practical, timely legal advice
Experience supporting international business operations or coordinating with outside counsel across jurisdictions is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary with annual performance bonus and profit-sharing opportunity
401(k) match (U.S.) or Superannuation contributions (Australia)
A generous paid time off package that includes vacation days, sick leave, company holidays, and time off for volunteering
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance (U.S.), or regionally competitive coverage (U.K. and Australia)
Long-term disability and life insurance fully paid by the company (U.S.)
Flexible work model - fully remote with optional access to co-working spaces or offices
Global collaboration and travel opportunities across North America, EMEA, and APAC
Tailored learning paths and internal knowledge groups
Collaborative and inclusive work environment