Overview

Are you a commercially savvy legal professional with a passion for navigating complex agreements and enabling global growth? Imagine joining a team at the forefront of data and AI trust, where your expertise directly empowers a market leader to accelerate safe AI at scale. We're on the hunt for a Senior Counsel, Commercial to become a vital part of Veeam's dynamic legal team. This fully remote, worldwide opportunity offers the chance to collaborate closely with our global sales organization, acting as a trusted advisor and shaping the future of data resilience and security from anywhere on the planet.

Veeam is not just a software company; we are the Data and AI Trust Company, dedicated to helping organizations truly understand, secure, and ensure the resilience of their data and AI assets. This commitment empowers the acceleration of safe AI at scale, and it's why we stand as a market leader in both data resilience and data security posture management. Built for the convergence of identity, data, security, and AI risk, Veeam boasts headquarters in Seattle and a strong presence in over 30 countries. We proudly protect over 550,000 customers worldwide, who rely on us to keep their businesses running smoothly. Join our journey as we fearlessly move forward, growing, learning, and making a significant impact for some of the world's most recognized brands.

We are seeking a commercially astute Senior Counsel, Commercial to enhance our thriving legal team. This pivotal role provides comprehensive support to our global sales organization. It's a highly collaborative position, demanding strong partnerships with Sales and other key business stakeholders. You will provide pragmatic, actionable legal advice, meticulously identifying, assessing, and managing legal, regulatory, and commercial risks. As a trusted advisor, you'll guide our business through complex customer negotiations, contributing directly to our global success. This is a fully remote, worldwide opportunity, inviting top talent from across the globe to contribute to our mission.

Key Responsibilities

Draft, review, and negotiate a wide array of complex commercial agreements, including SaaS, software licensing, professional services, reseller, and strategic partnership agreements with global customers and partners.
Provide proactive and pragmatic legal counsel to our global sales teams and other business stakeholders on a range of commercial matters, guiding them through contract interpretation, negotiation strategies, and risk mitigation.
Identify, assess, and manage legal, regulatory, and commercial risks efficiently, developing solutions that align with business objectives while ensuring compliance.
Develop and update standard contract templates, playbooks, and internal legal policies to enhance efficiency and consistency across the organization.
Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including product, finance, security, and marketing, to support new product launches and business initiatives.
Stay abreast of relevant legal and industry developments, particularly in data privacy, cybersecurity, and AI, advising the business on potential impacts and necessary adjustments.
Act as a key legal business partner, fostering strong relationships and promoting a culture of legal awareness and compliance.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) degree or equivalent from an accredited law school.
Active membership in good standing with a state bar in the US or equivalent legal qualification in another jurisdiction.
A minimum of 7+ years of relevant commercial legal experience, ideally within the technology sector, with a significant focus on software licensing, SaaS, and enterprise sales.
Demonstrated expertise in drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts for a global enterprise.
A commercially minded approach, with the ability to provide clear, concise, and business-focused legal advice to non-legal stakeholders.
Strong understanding of data privacy laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) and cybersecurity principles relevant to software and cloud services.
Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence outcomes.
Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic global environment.
Experience supporting a global sales organization and navigating international legal considerations is highly desirable.

What You'll Gain

The opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping Veeam's global commercial strategies and protecting our market-leading position.
Work within an innovative, rapidly evolving company at the intersection of data resilience, security, and AI.
Collaborate with a diverse, international team of bright minds and passionate professionals.
Significant professional growth and development opportunities in a supportive and challenging environment.
The chance to make a tangible impact for some of the world's biggest brands and contribute to the acceleration of safe AI.
Enjoy the flexibility and autonomy of a fully remote, worldwide work arrangement.