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Airship is looking for a Commercial Counsel to own customer negotiations across EMEA, UK and APAC regions, working with sophisticated enterprise clients and partners on high-value, complex deals. This is a high-autonomy role for a seasoned commercial negotiator who thrives at the intersection of AI governance, data privacy, and SaaS transactions. You'll be the primary legal partner for our EMEA go-to-market teams and a key voice in shaping how Airship navigates the rapidly evolving European regulatory landscape.
Job Responsibility:
Lead negotiations for revenue-generating agreements (such as MSAs, DPAs, and other commercial contracts with enterprise customers), vendor agreements and partnership agreements to support company-wide business operations across EMEA, UK, and APAC
Serve as the go-to advisor on privacy, security, and AI compliance matters for cross-functional teams including Sales, Customer Success, and Security
Shape our regulatory strategy by advising on the business impact of the EU AI Act, DORA, EU Data Act, GDPR, ePrivacy Directive, and emerging digital regulations
Build scalable legal infrastructure—refine templates, playbooks, and processes that enable the Legal team to support rapid business growth
Partner with EMEA leadership to ensure legal alignment across the region and contribute to strategic initiatives
Train and enable go-to-market teams on contract procedures, compliance requirements, and risk management
Requirements:
8-10 years of in-house substantive commercial and tech transactions experience at a SaaS company
Deep expertise in GDPR, ePrivacy, and EU data protection frameworks
Working knowledge of the EU AI Act, DORA, and EU Data Act
Proven track record negotiating MSAs, DPAs, and technology partnerships—both direct and channel
License to practice law in-house in the UK or one or more EMEA jurisdictions
Written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills in English are required
Executive presence and the ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, actionable guidance for business stakeholders
Strong track record of performance in demanding, high-growth environments
Comfort with ambiguity and a bias toward finding solutions that move deals forward
Experience experimenting with AI tools in your personal or professional life - or an eagerness to learn
Nice to have:
Strong preference for candidates with CIPP/EU certification
French or German language skills
What we offer:
Medical insurance options for you and your dependents
Flexible time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and paid volunteer time off
Support for your overall wellbeing with employer-subsidized mental health and employee wellness programs
A digital-first work environment and a monthly stipend to support remote work
Mentorship and growth opportunities to build skills and accelerate professional development