Senior Legal Counsel, Corporate

Topstep

. Manage outside counsel as needed for specialized matters .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $185,000 - $210,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in drafting and negotiating SaaS agreements, technology-related commercial agreements, and corporate governance documentation. Provides practical legal counsel on cybersecurity and privacy matters while effectively managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Juris Doctor (JD) DegreeActive License To Practice LawExperience Drafting SaaS AgreementsStrong Business AcumenExcellent Written And Verbal Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Drafting SaaS AgreementsNegotiating Technology-Related Commercial AgreementsCorporate GovernanceLegal ResearchData PrivacyCybersecurity MattersVendor ContractsGeneral Corporate DocumentationLitigation ManagementSubpoena Requests

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsProject Management SkillsAbility To Manage Multiple ProjectsSolution-Oriented Legal AdviceAbility To Explain Complex Legal Concepts

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft 365Document Management SystemsCollaboration ToolsGoogle DriveGoogle DocsCRM Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Active License To Practice Law

Industry Keywords

Corporate LawCommercial TransactionsFintechData Processing AgreementsPrivacy PoliciesTerms Of ServiceTrader AgreementsCompliance TopicsLegal RisksRegulatory Trends

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage outside counsel as needed for specialized matters
Draft, review, and maintain user-facing documentation, including terms of service, privacy policies, acceptable use policies, trader agreements, and related disclosures
Draft, review, and negotiate SaaS agreements, software licensing agreements, vendor contracts, technology-related commercial agreements, and data processing agreements
Draft and review general corporate documentation, including organizing minute books
Help manage litigation and subpoena requests
Provide legal counsel on matters impacting product development and engineering
Advise cybersecurity and privacy teams on data privacy, cybersecurity matters, potential data security incidents, and data security access requests
Serve as legal resource to trader support on trader rules, account eligibility requirements, trader agreement interpretation, and rule application
Conduct legal research and provide practical advice to leadership on legal risks, regulatory trends, and contract matters
Participate in training initiatives and presentations to internal teams on legal and compliance topics
Work cross-functionally with product engineering, cybersecurity, trader support, procurement, leadership, and compliance teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
4-6 years of legal experience either in-house or at a mid-to-large law firm, focused on corporate, commercial, and technology transactions
Experience drafting and negotiating SaaS agreements, licensing agreements, technology-related commercial agreements, and vendor contracts applicable to a SaaS or fintech organization
Experience with general corporate governance, including entity maintenance and minute book organization
Strong business acumen and ability to provide practical, solution-oriented legal advice in a fast-paced environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including explaining complex legal concepts to non-lawyers
Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize competing demands
History of improving processes, templates, or workflows proactively
Proficiency with Microsoft 365, document management systems, and collaboration tools
Proficiency with Google Drive and Docs, and CRM platforms
Ability to learn new technologies quickly
Strong organizational and project management skills
Ability to work under tight deadlines and shifting priorities

Benefits

Comp & perks

Seven Company-paid Holidays and generous Family Leave
Paid time off is front-loaded
Competitive 401(k) matching
Health, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees
Vacations are encouraged with a bonus for taking 5 consecutive days
Food and groceries budget
Contributions towards health and wellness
Performance-based bonus