Description:

The Role:
We are looking for a detail-oriented buy-side contracts Associate Counsel to join our fast-paced legal team to support our internal business partners. Must have experience with complex technology contracts, and an interest in evolving AI space.

To apply you must answer the questions provided, which may be answered within the application or by cover letter.

In this role, you will:

Review and negotiate a range of vendor contracts and provide related legal support to internal business partners in a decentralized procurement environment. Contracts include complex technology agreements, leases, design and construction services agreements, copyright license agreements, non-disclosure agreements, consulting and services agreements, media and advertising agreements, and event venue agreements.
Assist in maintaining a vendor contract database and perform other legal operations functions.
Assist in developing processes, templates, playbooks, and self-service contracts tools as Veeva continues to grow.

What You'll Do:

Review, redline, and negotiate vendor contracts (buy-side contracts)
Respond to contract review requests, consult directly with internal business partners to define contract requirements, verify details and provide advice as needed
Respond to inquiries regarding internal procurement processes and contract interpretation
Document buy-side contract metadata to enable contract management
Use electronic signing platform to send contracts for signature
Work with the legal team and internal clients to define requirements for buy-side agreements, and develop playbooks, templates, and other resources
Coordinate with the finance team and other stakeholders
Other ad hoc special assignments

Requirements:

Graduate of an accredited law school and member in good standing of an applicable state bar or professional organization
Experience in-house at a tech company, law firm, life sciences, or similar fast-paced environment
2+ years transactional experience reviewing, redlining, and negotiating agreements
Core competencies include technology agreements, domestic privacy law and GDPR, commercial leases and construction agreements
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely
Strong aptitude towards drafting accurate documents, emails, and written materials, while still being concise and digestible for non-lawyers. Attention to detail is a must
Proficient using MS Word including document editing, redlining and comparison functions as well as Adobe and G-Suite tools
Ability to bring positive energy, agility and humility to a wide variety of tasks and bring a high-quality customer service approach to responsibilities

Nice to Have:

Experience with international transactions and agreements
Completion of CLE focused on contract drafting and/or privacy law
Completion of CLE focused on AI terms in contracting/AI risk governance, or relevant experience
Experience with Freshservice or similar help desk intake/management tools
Experience with B2B advertising contracts, hotel and venue agreements, and financial services agreements (audit/tax)

Perks & Benefits:

Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
Flexible PTO and company paid holidays
Retirement programs
1% charitable giving program

Compensation:

Base pay: $90,000 - $120,000
The salary range listed here has been provided to comply with local regulations and represents a potential base salary range for this role. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range above or below, depending on experience and location. We look at compensation for each individual and base our offer on your unique qualifications, experience, and expected contributions. This position may also be eligible for other types of compensation in addition to base salary, such as variable bonus and/or stock bonus.