Commercial Law Director Jobs

As Senior Corporate Counsel, you’ll help Coder move commercial agreements from the first redline to signature with clarity and good judgment. You’ll partner closely with Sales, Deal Desk, and Finance to negotiate contracts that support the business while managing legal risk. You’ll lead negotiations across our commercial agreements and help teammates work through legal questions as deals progress. You’ll bring practical guidance, clear communication, and a strong understanding of how in-house legal teams support growing businesses. What you’ll do here Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts with customers and business partners. Partner closely with Sales and Deal Desk throughout the contracting process. Work with Finance and other internal stakeholders to resolve commercial and contractual issues. Provide practical legal guidance that balances business goals with appropriate risk management. Help move negotiations forward by identifying issues, explaining tradeoffs, and finding workable solutions. Support consistent, efficient contracting practices as Coder grows. What we’re looking for 6+ years of legal experience, including significant in-house experience negotiating commercial software licensing contracts. A JD from an accredited law school. Qualified solicitor in England & Wales with a current practicing certificate, or otherwise qualified and in good standing to practice law in another relevant jurisdiction Strong commercial judgment and experience working directly with business stakeholders. Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills. The ability to manage multiple negotiations and priorities while maintaining attention to detail. A practical approach to legal advice, with the judgment to distinguish material risks from issues that should not slow a deal down. Bonus tacos if you have (Tacos? If you need an ice-breaker, ask how we say thanks by giving tacos!) Experience working with open source software or open source licensing. About

About Eve Eve is redefining legal technology for plaintiff law firms, and we're building the team that will take us there. We help firms handle more cases, recover more for clients, and grow with AI that works across every stage of a case, from intake through resolution. The next generation of great plaintiff firms will be AI-Native, and Eve is how they get there. But what makes Eve different isn't just the product. It's how we build it. If you're someone who takes ownership, stays curious, and wants to build AI that's already changing how law is practiced, this is where you belong. Product-market fit: Eve is trusted by over 1000+ law firms, and we’re growing fast. Backed by top investors: We’ve raised over $160M from world-class partners including Spark Capital, Andreessen Horowitz(A16z), Menlo Ventures, and Lightspeed. Built by a world-class team: Engineers, designers, and operators from places like Scale, Meta, Airbnb, Cruise, Square, Rubrik, and Lyft are building Eve from the ground up. AI-Native from day one: We’re on the bleeding edge of AI, collaborating directly with teams at OpenAI and Anthropic to build best-in-class AI workflows tailored for legal work. Explosive growth: We are growing 2X revenue Quarter over Quarter. About the role: This role serves as the bridge between commercial strategy and operational execution, ensuring pricing, packaging, products, approvals, and commercial policies are accurately translated into scalable business processes, systems, and workflows. Through effective administration of the CPQ platform and close partnership with RevOps, Finance, Product, Engineering, Legal, and Customer Success, the Deal Desk Operations Analyst enables efficient deal execution, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across the quote-to-cash lifecycle. Core Responsibilities Assist administering and maintaining the CPQ platform, including the product catalog, pricing, quote templates, approval rules, and integrations. Manage dai

Ice Miller seeks a counsel level attorney to join our Real Estate practice group in Cleveland. Ideal candidates will have several years of experience leading sophisticated commercial real estate transactions from term sheet or letter of intent through closing. About the Role: This role offers the opportunity to work alongside a nationally recognized team representing developers, investors, lenders, and corporate clients in acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, financing, and related business transactions. Ideal candidates will bring strong drafting skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage transactions independently. Responsibilities: Draft and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, leases, easements, development agreements, title documents, closing documents, and other real estate agreements Represent clients in acquisitions, dispositions, development, financing, leasing, and related commercial real estate matters Advise on real estate issues arising in mergers, acquisitions, private equity investments, and other business transactions Conduct and manage due diligence, including review of title, survey, zoning, environmental, and property-level matters Support development projects across asset classes, including residential, mixed-use, healthcare, senior housing, industrial, retail, and office Negotiate construction, development, and project-related agreements while helping clients manage real estate risk Structure, negotiate, and document mortgage, construction, bridge, mezzanine, and other real estate financing arrangements Requirements: J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials At least eight (8) years of relevant real estate legal experience Active law license in Ohio Strong written and oral communication skills Excellent analytical skills and business judgment Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team Must have permanent authorization to work in the United States What We Offer: Competitiv

About Us What if your work could drive change in a globally established industry, shaping processes that touch every corner of the world? At Forto, we are at the forefront of change, harnessing the power of AI to revolutionise logistics. We want to reinvent digital supply chains to be transparent, frictionless and sustainable. From day one, our mission has been to simplify global trade – creating a seamless and efficient logistics process. About the role As one of our Legal Counsel, you will be the primary legal architect ensuring our digital freight forwarding operations remain robust, compliant, and risk resilient. This isn't just a "paperwork" role; you will be deeply embedded in the business, managing the friction points of international logistics; from chasing down outstanding debt to steering high-stakes litigation with external advisors. You’ll balance a "get it done" operational mindset with the strategic foresight needed to build scalable processes that protect our bottom line without slowing down our growth. Key Responsibilities Operational Legal Support: Provide daily guidance on freight forwarding issues (Incoterms, Bills of Lading, Liens, and carrier liability) to our operations and sales teams. Process Engineering & Risk Mitigation: Collaborate with a variety of internal stakeholders to design and implement automated risk-management workflows. You will proactively identify "leakage" points and create processes to mitigate them. Debt Collection & Recovery: Take the lead on managing overdue accounts, coordinating with finance teams, and executing legal strategies to recover outstanding payments across multiple jurisdictions. Litigation Management: Act as the primary point of contact for external law firms. You will oversee cargo claims, carrier disputes, and commercial litigation, ensuring external spend is optimized and cases are resolved efficiently. Stakeholder Alignment: Work cross-functionally with Finance, Tech, Operations, and Sales to ens

We are seeking a talented Senior Litigation Counsel to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will independently manage and directly handle complex dispute matters and contribute to our firm's commitment to professional excellence and integrity. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING: End-to-End Dispute Management: Lead and independently manage multi-jurisdictional commercial litigation, international arbitration, and financial recovery cases (UAE, UK, EU, HK etc.) Litigation Execution: Draft and file legal documents, conduct legal research, manage e-discovery, coordinate local counsels, and handle all phases of litigation (discovery, depositions, trial prep, settlement negotiations) Case & Knowledge Management: Maintain case files, calendars, and management systems; develop litigation strategies; prepare memoranda; and contribute to the firm's knowledge bases and templates WHAT WE'LL LOOK FOR IN YOU : Qualifications: Higher legal education, active admission to practice law, and 7+ years of litigation/dispute resolution experience (law firm or in-house) Legal & Technical Expertise: Strong analytical and research skills, deep understanding of civil procedure and evidence rules, and proficiency in drafting legal documents Tools: Proficiency in e-discovery, legal databases, Google Workspace, Notion, and LLMs Soft Skills: Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines collaboratively NICE-TO-HAVE: Experience in commercial litigation, alternative dispute resolution (ADR) Familiarity with case management software, legal tech, and project management tools Flexibility for extended hours, willingness to travel (court appearances, meetings), and a commitment to continuous legal education WHY SHOULD YOU JOIN OUR TEAM? Remote work from anywhere in the world A welcoming international team of highly qualified professionals An opportunity to work with top-tier tools Access any of our global offices anytime Professi

Ice Miller is seeking a mid-level Commercial Litigation Associate to join our Litigation Practice Group, preferably in our Columbus office. If you're looking to be part of a team who cares about your career and where your work makes a meaningful impact on clients, the practice, and your colleagues, we’d love to hear from you. Ideal candidates will have three (3) to five (5) years of experience, a strong interest in leading cases, managing teams, and contributing to strategic case development and execution. In this position, you will: Handle all aspects of complex litigation, including case assessment, pleadings, discovery strategy, motion practice, depositions, trial and/or oral advocacy. Manage business disputes in federal and state courts and before arbitration panels, including coordinating experts, overseeing large case dockets, and leading fact investigations (interviews and records review). Draft and develop litigation strategies, pleadings, briefs, and motions, and engage in strategic depositions and witness preparation. Supervise and mentor junior associates and paralegals, supporting their professional development and training. Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, including general counsels, executives, boards, and other key stakeholders. Collaborate with partners on business development and client relationship management, including participating in pitches, contributing to presentations and proposals, and supporting ongoing client engagement, with a clear path for advancement and active encouragement to grow a practice. Requirements: J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials At least three (3) years of experience practicing law in a law firm Active law license in Ohio Strong written and oral communication skills Excellent analytical skills and business judgement Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team Must have permanent authorization to work in the United States What We Off

About Paytm Paytm is India's leading mobile payments and financial services distribution company. Pioneer of the mobile QR payments revolution in India, Paytm builds technologies that help small businesses with payments and commerce. Paytm’s mission is to serve half a billion Indians and bring them to the mainstream economy with the help of technology. Role Overview The AM/DM– Legal will support business growth across verticals, with a strong focus on corporate advisory, contract management, and risk mitigation. The role requires close collaboration with business, finance, product, and compliance teams, along with active involvement in structuring and executing business transactions. Key Responsibilities Draft, review, red-line, negotiate, and finalize commercial documents (contracts, letters, proposals, and similar instruments), ensuring risk mitigation and legal protection for the organization. Address and resolve contractual issues arising in engagements with internal stakeholders, partners, service providers, and vendors. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (compliance, product, finance, and business) to implement special projects across verticals on time. Analyze business requirements, identify legal/commercial issues, and propose practical, implementable solutions. Ensure strict adherence to internal legal frameworks, mandates, policies, and processes. Provide end-to-end legal ownership and management of assigned business transactions. Provide general corporate advisory support; research and assess the legal viability of proposed business models under applicable laws. Identify risks in existing agreements and assist in revising contract templates and legal processes. Requirements & Qualifications Education: LL.B. from a recognized university (Graduates from National Law Schools / DU / ILS / Symbiosis preferred). Experience: 7+ years of experience in end-to-end contract management, with mandatory experience in a law firm. Legal Acumen: Strong legal

Role Overview The AM/DM– Legal will support business growth across verticals, with a strong focus on corporate advisory, contract management, and risk mitigation. The role requires close collaboration with business, finance, product, and compliance teams, along with active involvement in structuring and executing business transactions. Key Responsibilities Draft, review, red-line, negotiate, and finalize commercial documents (contracts, letters, proposals, and similar instruments), ensuring risk mitigation and legal protection for the organization. Address and resolve contractual issues arising in engagements with internal stakeholders, partners, service providers, and vendors. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (compliance, product, finance, and business) to implement special projects across verticals on time. Analyze business requirements, identify legal/commercial issues, and propose practical, implementable solutions. Ensure strict adherence to internal legal frameworks, mandates, policies, and processes. Provide end-to-end legal ownership and management of assigned business transactions. Provide general corporate advisory support; research and assess the legal viability of proposed business models under applicable laws. Identify risks in existing agreements and assist in revising contract templates and legal processes. Requirements & Qualifications Education: LL.B. from a recognized university (Graduates from National Law Schools / DU / ILS / Symbiosis preferred). Experience: 3+ years of experience in end-to-end contract management, with mandatory experience in a law firm. Legal Acumen: Strong legal expertise paired with interpersonal skills to communicate and coordinate complex issues across diverse stakeholder groups. Execution: High attention to detail with strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical capabilities. Autonomy: Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and deliver outcomes efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Technical

The Legal Counsel will join the global legal team with a focus in the regulatory space in Europe. The ideal candidate must exhibit a strong passion for financial innovation, enjoy working cross-functionally and collaboratively to solve complex problems and excited about Crypto.com’s mission. As part of the legal team, your responsibilities will include the following: Responsibilities Provide proactive and solution-oriented legal and regulatory advice and guidance to multiple stakeholders within the Group in order to enable the development and launch of Crypto products and services in a way that meets our obligations as well as the needs of our users Work cross-functionally to identify, analyze and mitigate legal and regulatory risks (while maximizing commercial opportunities) related to the introduction of new products and services in Europe Participate in the ongoing development of the regulatory advisory function Represent Crypto.com on a variety of topics before regulators, financial partners, users and other external audiences Review, update and draft user agreements, and other external facing terms and conditions, leveraging external advisors and providers where appropriate Work with Risk, Compliance and Privacy teams across our global organization to assess applicable regulations and set corresponding company standards Review and advise on the development of external facing marketing and user content and user experiences Select and manage external counsels, as appropriate Requirements: Around 2-4 years of post-qualification experience practicing either in-house (or in an equivalent setting) or at a reputable law firm, with at least 2 years of those years focused on either banking law, payments law, the FinTech space, or financial services in an international or cross-border environment</

About the Team OpenAI's Legal team plays a crucial role in furthering OpenAI's mission by tackling innovative, fundamental legal issues in AI. If you're passionate about doing significant and unique work as a technology lawyer, this team is for you. The team comprises professionals from diverse fields, including technology, AI, privacy, IP, corporate, employment, tax law, regulatory, and litigation. About the Role As a member of our AI Product Counsel team, you will advise the teams building and deploying OpenAI’s business products, including ChatGPT Business, ChatGPT Enterprise, and our API platform. You will partner closely with Product, Engineering, Safety, Security, Privacy, Strategy, Go-to-Market, and other Legal teams on issues spanning enterprise product development, model launches, customer data protections, administrative controls, strategic partnerships, and the responsible deployment of increasingly capable AI models. This is a unique opportunity to help shape how frontier AI products are built and delivered to businesses. This role is based in San Francisco, CA. We use a hybrid work model of three days in the office per week and offer relocation assistance to new employees. In this role, you will: Serve as a strategic legal partner to teams developing ChatGPT’s business products, enterprise features, and API offerings. Advise on product design and launches involving enterprise administration, data governance, identity and access, connectors and integrations, agentic capabilities, and voice and multimodal experiences in the B2B space. Counsel teams on deploying frontier AI capabilities responsibly while balancing customer commitments, safety, security, and privacy. Support strategic partnerships and distribution arrangements, including cloud platforms, resellers, and other third-party channels through which customers access OpenAI models. Partner with Commercial Legal, Privacy, Security, Safety, Product and Product Policy, and Go-to-Market teams on custom

About Ramp Ramp is building the smart infrastructure for finance teams, embedded in the transaction flow of every dollar a business spends. We automate how over $200B in annualized spend flows in and out of 70,000+ companies: authorizing payments, flagging risk, categorizing spend, and closing books. The problems are high-stakes, data-dense, and unforgiving. We hire people with high agency and high urgency. We look for slope over intercept. We care less about where you trained and more about what you’ve built. At Ramp, everyone is a builder who owns problems end to end and makes consequential decisions that shape the outcome. The median Ramp customer saves 5% and grows revenue 16% in their first year – far in excess of businesses operating without Ramp. We believe every ambitious company deserves the same. If you want to build systems that directly shape how companies move and manage billions, Ramp is the place to do it. About the Role This role will serve as Ramp's first international legal counsel in London, providing day-to-day support on product, regulatory, commercial, employment, corporate, and operational issues as Ramp builds out its European presence. They will partner closely with the U.S. Legal and Compliance teams to ensure consistency across jurisdictions while adapting Ramp's approach to local law and market practice. This is a hybrid role suited to someone comfortable moving between regulatory work and broad-based business/operational counsel in a fast-moving environment. What You'll Do Advise on legal and regulatory matters across Ramp’s UK and EU financial technology operations, including payment services licensing, commercial, and data protection matters. Negotiate and draft commercial agreements supporting European operations, including bank-partner arrangements and customer-facing terms tailored to local law requirements. Partner with Product, Compliance, Risk, Finance, and Marketing teams to structure and launch new products, payment flows, and

Overview: Guidepoint is seeking a Legal Counsel based in Shanghai to join its global legal team. This role will serve as a lead legal resource for APAC matters, providing timely, practical advice during APAC business hours while partnering closely with colleagues in other regions. The successful candidate will bring sound judgment, hands-on regional experience, and strong knowledge of applicable statutory and regulatory requirements to help the company navigate matters as they arise across APAC and its broader international office network. What You Will Do: This is a broad-based counsel role with a primary APAC focus. Responsibilities include: Act as a lead legal point of contact for APAC business stakeholders, coordinating with the global legal team to deliver consistent, commercially practical advice. Advise on employment-related matters, including performance management, employee relations, workplace investigations, terminations, restrictive covenants, and the development of compliant employment policies, handbooks, and training materials. Interpret and apply relevant statutory, regulatory, privacy and data protection, and employment-law requirements across APAC jurisdictions; monitor legal developments and recommend appropriate actions. Lead, advise and conduct internal investigations and represent the company in liaising with governing, law enforcement and regulatory authorities conducting external investigations and inquiries Represent the Company in responding to Client legal and compliance inquiries Draft, review, and negotiate a range of commercial agreements, including service agreements, NDAs, employment agreements, and IP and data licensing agreements. Partner with Legal, Human Resources, Finance, Compliance, Product, and business teams on corporate initiatives, regulatory issues, and risk assessments. Support the development and implementation of company policies, procedures, and compliance initiatives, including adapting them for local legal requiremen

Come join our legal team to work on the most exciting legal, policy, and operational issues at the leading edge of AI. We're seeking strong product lawyers with specialized expertise in intellectual property law. As product counsel, you will advise on all legal aspects of product development, launch, and operations - including regulatory compliance, user terms, and risk management - while bringing deep expertise in your specialized legal area. The ideal candidate will have deep subject matter expertise in intellectual property law, a technology background, and a demonstrable history of providing practical product counsel to solve complex, time-sensitive problems in close partnership with cross-functional teams. This role reoprts to the Associate General Counsel, IP & Product. You will: Strategic Product Advice: Lead IP strategy for product development, embedding IP protection into the full product lifecycle from conception to commercialization, while also advising on related product and regulatory matters in collaboration with the broader legal team. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Research, Product, Engineering, Operations, Communications, and Marketing teams to mitigate IP risks in product development, data licensing, and open-source governance. IP Counsel: Support management of Scale's worldwide IP portfolio including patents and trademarks; assist with patent prosecution and trademark registration and enforcement. Risk Mitigation: Advise on third-party, synthetic, and open-source data and models, ensuring compliance with licensing requirements; design open-source governance policies. Agreements: Support drafting and negotiation of commercial agreement provisions involving intellectual property. Specialized Expertise: Provide counsel on machine learning, robotics, and other technical areas, with ability to engage effectively with technical teams on complex engineering and product issues. Training: Develop and deliver IP and data licensing trainin

Ice Miller seeks a senior level associate to join our real estate finance practice in Cleveland, OH. Ideal candidates will have five (5) to eight (8) years of experience. About the Role: Desired candidates will have experience with a range of sophisticated commercial real estate transactions, including loans, portfolio transactions, construction and permanent financings, acquisitions, dispositions, and leasing. Experience drafting and negotiating loan documents and real estate contracts, analyzing title and survey matters, and addressing due diligence issues is preferred. Successful candidates will primarily work with our business group in Cleveland, representing lenders and borrowers in varied and complex financial transactions with a particular focus on representing private equity funds, family offices, and long-term care investors and providers in structuring, negotiating, documenting, and closing complex M&A transactions, real estate acquisitions and divestitures, joint ventures, leases, and private placements. Significant prior experience within these areas is a must. Candidates should possess a strong academic background, be detail-oriented, and have the ability to prioritize and manage workload. Responsibilities: Participate in management of all aspects of finance transactions, including negotiation, documentation, and closing Work on sophisticated and complex real estate finance transactions on behalf of clients in the middle-market Work directly with clients and participate in business development activities Delegate to and supervise the work of junior associates in the business and real estate groups Have opportunities for advancement in a collegial environment Requirements: D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials At least five (5) years of experience practicing law in a law firm and in-house environment Active law license in the state where office is located Strong written and oral communication skills Excellent analytical sk

About us: BVNK is the stablecoin-powered financial stack for enterprises. We're now part of Mastercard, and together we're building a network for every form of money – one that delivers more reach, more capability and more choice. We enable businesses to build financial products, unlock new markets, and move money in seconds across 130+ countries, with 40+ licenses for fiat and digital assets globally. Processing billions annually, we empower enterprises worldwide to send, receive, convert, and settle stablecoins and fiat seamlessly through a single integration. Our mission is to accelerate global money movement, and we're assembling a world-class team to make it happen. Trusted by industry leaders like Corpay, Worldpay, Deel, and Flywire, we deliver the infrastructure that makes new forms of money usable within the financial systems customers already rely on today. By combining Mastercard's global payment reach and trusted networks with BVNK's stablecoin infrastructure, we're building the trusted operating layer for the evolution of money movement, helping customers participate in emerging digital networks without having to rebuild their businesses around every new innovation. We're a diverse team spread across EMEA, North America, and APAC, with a shared belief that stablecoins are the new infrastructure layer for financial services, and that BVNK is at the forefront of this shift. We're incredibly honored to have been recognized by: CNBC World's Top Fintech Companies (2026) FXC Intelligence Top 100 Cross-border Payment Companies (2026) Newsweek's The Top 100 Global Most Loved Workplaces (three years running, most recently 2025) LinkedIn as one of the Top 20 Startups in the UK (2025) About this role in the team: We’re looking for a fast-learning and well-rounded Lawyer with familiarity in financial services law (including payments and ideally, blockchain and digital assets) and demonstrable commercial contractual expertise to help us continue to drive innovation a