Senior Counsel

Elite Technology

. Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, including customer, vendor, partner, licensing, SaaS agreements, NDAs, and other day-to-day contracts .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $153,000 - $170,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, compliance, and privacy law, with a strong focus on AI-related legal issues and technology adoption. Proven ability to collaborate with business teams to enhance contract efficiency and manage legal risks effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Juris Doctor (J.D.) DegreeCommercial Contract DraftingCompliance and Privacy LawIn-House Legal ExperienceAI and Legal Technology Tools

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Contract NegotiationRegulatory ComplianceData Security LawLegal Risk ManagementCorporate GovernanceIntellectual Property LawSaaS AgreementsNDA DraftingLegal ResearchAI Development Law

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsSound JudgmentBusiness-Minded ApproachAdaptabilityCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Contract Lifecycle Management ToolsAI-Assisted Drafting ToolsLegal Tech Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Bar Membership

Industry Keywords

SaaS IndustryCommercial AgreementsPrivacy RegulationsEmerging AI LawsCompliance Programs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, including customer, vendor, partner, licensing, SaaS agreements, NDAs, and other day-to-day contracts
Collaborate with business teams to standardize contract forms, templates, and playbooks and increase deal-execution efficiency
Assist with management and implementation of Elite’s compliance program, policies, and procedures
Advise commercial and product teams on compliance and regulatory matters
Advise the business on privacy and data-security law and applicable laws, regulations, rules, and industry standards
Advise on legal and risk issues related to AI development and use, including emerging AI laws and regulations
Help shape internal AI-use policies
Identify, evaluate, and champion AI and legal-technology tools, including contract lifecycle management and AI-assisted drafting and review
Support general corporate matters, including corporate governance and intellectual property
Perform other duties supporting department and company goals
Report to the General Counsel

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing
5-7 years of relevant experience practicing law, in-house and at a law firm, with a strong background in commercial contract drafting and negotiating, compliance and privacy
Prior in-house experience within the SaaS or technology industry required, including at least 3-4 years in-house
Genuine interest in artificial intelligence and willingness to experiment with generative AI tools
Comfortable learning and adopting new technology and legal tech platforms quickly, with an eye toward automation and process improvement
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to convey complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders
Sound judgment and a practical, business-minded approach to managing legal risk
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to evolving business priorities
Ability to travel up to 10% as business needs require
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; Elite does not provide employment sponsorship
Sedentary physical capacity, primarily desk/computer work

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation package with $153,000-$170,000 base salary + variable component
Comprehensive healthcare coverage (Health, Dental, Vision)
Retirement savings plan with an employer contribution
Professional development opportunities
Time off
Wellness initiatives
Employee Assistance Program
Generous global parental leave
Calm, free premium subscription
Employee Discount Program
Flexible remote work model
Hybrid work environment option
Reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs