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About the Role:

The Commercial Counsel is a key member of Upgrade’s legal team in San Francisco. In this role, you will help drive commercial contract review and execution, build effective cross-functional working relationships, and work closely with internal and external stakeholders to meet business objectives and protect the company from risk. As a member of legal, you’re at the forefront of innovation and product iteration - we play a key role helping teams explore new ideas and realize goals. That means you’ll learn a lot and have ample opportunity to apply it. We’re also team-oriented and will eagerly share information and resources.

*Preferred locations: SF Bay area, Orange County, CA, Atlanta, GA, or Dallas, TX. Hybrid work schedule: Tu/Thu in office required for candidates in the SF Bay Area, Orange County, Atlanta, and Dallas.

What You’ll Do:

• Manage the end-to-end contract negotiation process for assigned contracts, from initial drafting and review through negotiation and execution for contracts such as vendor/procurement agreements, purchase and servicing agreements, marketing and referral partnership agreements 
• Learn the nuances of Upgrade’s products and work closely with the product team to achieve their commercial goals
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including legal, finance, vendor management, and business teams, to ensure contracts meet business objectives and risk appetites
• Provide guidance and support to internal teams on contract-related matters, including interpretation and clarification of terms and risk exposure
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and legal requirements during contract negotiation
• Build trust and manage conflicting demands from multiple business clients

What We Look For:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited US law school and current member in good standing with a US state bar 
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in reviewing, drafting, and negotiating a broad range of commercial contracts, including procurement/vendor, partnership, and B2B agreements, with a strong background in both an in-house legal team and the corporate department of a top-tier law firm
• Sound understanding of legal principles and contract law
• Proven track record of communicating complex contract issues effectively and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders
• Exceptional project management and time management acumen 
• Ability to adeptly handle multiple contracts concurrently while maintaining a focus on efficient prioritization
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Eagerness for learning new knowledge in the ever-evolving fintech landscape, demonstrating a genuine curiosity for fintech innovations and contractual frameworks
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of tasks, and meet deadlines

What We Offer You: 

• Competitive salary and stock option plan
• 100% paid coverage of medical, dental and vision insurance 
• Flexible PTO
• Opportunities for professional growth and development  
• Paid parental leave
• Health & wellness initiatives

The compensation range of this position in San Francisco, CA is USD $205,000 - $230,000 annually, equity and benefits. Within this range, an individual's base pay will be dependent on a variety of factors, including without limitation, job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience. 

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.