Director, Commercial Legal Job at Atlassian (New York)

Director, Legal Commercial Operations (U.S.) (Strategic Transactions)

Circle K's business engages in complex, high-stakes commercial relationships—all...

Location

United States of America , Charlotte

Salary:

Not provided

Circle K

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

JD or equivalent from an accredited institution and admission to at least one US state bar
10+ years of experience, with a minimum of 7 years leading teams and/or functions (in-house and law firm)
Deep experience negotiating complex, high-value agreements with major counterparties, large CPGs, suppliers, manufacturers, wholesalers/distributors, logistics companies, restaurant franchisors, technology companies, and enterprise customers
Proven ability to navigate ambiguity, balance risk and growth, and operate effectively in fast-moving, commercial environments
Experience in retail, consumer, or multi-site operating businesses strongly preferred
Demonstrated credibility with senior business leaders and executives
Pragmatic, business-oriented legal advisor with a strong risk-based mindset
Collaborative partner who can drive alignment across legal, finance, compliance, strategy, and operational teams
Deep knowledge of anti-trust and anti-corruption laws and compliance
Comfortable advising on a broad and shifting array of retail legal issues, including the enthusiasm to counsel on new and trending areas of law

Job Responsibility

Provide legal support for Operations and Commercial Optimization, Operational Excellence, Merchandise and Category Management, Food Service and Restaurants, Category Intelligence and Enablement, Technology, and Sourcing and Supply Chain functions
Lead legal support for a broad portfolio of sophisticated commercial agreements including, but not limited to, strategic alliances and joint ventures
key customer contracts
supply chain
private label sourcing, manufacturing and distribution
Structure, negotiate, and draft complex agreements that balance commercial objectives with legal and operational risk
Manage junior attorneys in their support of day-to-day contracting needs of the named functions
Develop contract templates, standards, and negotiation playbooks, as well as self-service tools
Design and provide relevant training to business stakeholders
Identify and mitigate FTC and state-level regulatory and antitrust risk related to pricing, competition, and trade practices, and other risks inherent in the subject matter areas

What we offer

Competitive Salary
Complete benefits packages (medical, dental, deferred compensation plan, employee stock plan, etc.)
People Perks which allows for great discounts on food and fuel
Vacation / PTO time
Work in a collaborative, dynamic and high performing team
Work for a leading, innovative, and growing company in convenience stores operations
Fortune 500 company and a 5-time Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award Winner
Tuition reimbursement of $5,000 per year
Learning opportunities to develop new skills and to evolve professionally in a fast-growing company

Fulltime

Director, Legal Commercial Operations (U.S.) (Regulatory Focus)

Location

United States , Charlotte

Salary:

Not provided

Circle K

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

JD or equivalent from an accredited institution and admission to at least one US state bar
10+ years of experience, with a minimum of 7 years leading teams and/or functions (in-house and law firm)
Deep regulatory background in one or more of the following fields: energy/fuel, grocery or convenience retail, environmental compliance, or highly regulated consumer products
Demonstrated experience advising senior executives and influencing business decisions in complex regulatory environments
Strong judgment, executive presence, and the ability to operate independently at a senior level
Experience interfacing with regulators and managing audits and enforcement actions
Pragmatic, business‑oriented legal advisor with a strong risk‑based mindset
Collaborative partner who can drive alignment across legal, compliance, and operational teams
Comfortable advising on a broad and shifting array of retail legal issues, including the enthusiasm to counsel on new and trending areas of law and regulation
Ability to work comfortably while processes and systems are being established

Job Responsibility

Act as the strategic legal regulatory and compliance advisor to the Fuel, Environmental, Transportation, Merchandising, and Marketing business functions in their efforts to comply with regulatory requirements
Ensure the embedding of regulatory compliance considerations into contracts, operational processes, product launches, promotions, pricing strategies
Negotiate strategic agreements for Fuel, Environmental, and Transportation functions
Manage junior attorneys on their support of day-to-day contracting needs of the functions
Own regulatory interpretation and policy setting for the U.S. business
translate regulatory requirements into clear, actionable internal standards
Monitor regulatory developments and enforcement trends, including new and emerging regulatory areas
proactively brief leadership on emerging risks and opportunities
Lead regulatory incident response, investigations, and remediation efforts
Interface with regulators, inspectors, and enforcement agencies

What we offer

Competitive Salary
Complete benefits packages (medical, dental, deferred compensation plan, employee stock plan, etc.)
People Perks which allows for great discounts on food and fuel
Vacation / PTO time
Work in a collaborative, dynamic and high performing team
Work for a leading, innovative, and growing company in convenience stores operations
Fortune 500 company and a 5-time Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award Winner
Tuition reimbursement of $5,000 per year
Learning opportunities to develop new skills and to evolve professionally in a fast-growing company

Fulltime

Senior Director, Commercial Legal

As Vanta’s Senior Director, Commercial Legal, you’ll run the commercial legal fu...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

285000.00 - 335000.00 USD / Year

Vanta

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years of experience and JD degree from an accredited school with experience negotiating SaaS agreements
5+ years of experience managing a commercial legal team at a hyper-growth technology company
Commitment to spend three days per week in our beautiful new San Francisco office
Direct experience with a variety of legal matters, including strategic business agreements, information security and compliance, privacy, intellectual property rights, international expansion, and management of affiliates
Strong negotiating skills with both legal and financial/commercial issues
Excellent knowledge and understanding of contract & corporate law and procedures
Willingness to support teammates across a range of time zones
Demonstrated ability to create legal, defensive, or proactive strategies
A champion of change & proven ability to build operationally excellent processes and practices
Strong interpersonal and presentation skills, develop a strong rapport and working relationship with business counterparts across the enterprise to help drive the delivery of effective legal services

Job Responsibility

Manage our incredibly efficient, productive team of commercial lawyers
Negotiate customer and partner deals in collaboration with the global sales organization
Negotiate vendor contracts and ensure that Vanta and its customers are protected
Manage escalations, collaborate across other teams, and develop solutions to enable team and business partners to close deals
Provide counsel to the business regarding the business environment, challenges, and objectives
Oversee the management and maintenance of all company legal templates, including our MSA, Privacy Policy, DPA, etc.
Ensure our contracts are delivering the right objectives for the company & mitigate risk
Stay up to date on changes in laws and regulations impacting the business and communicate to appropriate parties any changes to controls, policies and procedures
Evaluate risk factors impacting business decisions and anticipate unique legal issues that could affect the company
Communicate and negotiate with external parties, creating relationships based on trust

What we offer

Offers Equity
medical benefits
401(k) plan
other company perk programs
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, with 100% of employee-only benefit premiums covered for most medical plans
16 weeks fully-paid Parental Leave for all new parents
Health & wellness stipend
Remote workspace, internet, and cellphone stipend
Commuter benefits for team members who report to the SF and NYC office
Family planning benefits

Fulltime

Director, Legal – Commercial Transactions

As Director, Legal – Commercial Transactions, you will join our growing legal te...

Location

United States , Kansas City; Chicago; New York; Austin; Denver

Salary:

Not provided

BarkleyOKRP

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and admitted in MO or IL
Minimum of 7-10 years relevant experience, including at least 3 years directly focused on drafting and negotiating technology and commercial agreements
Strong knowledge and familiarity with contract law and commercial transactions, intellectual property issues in technology licensing and services agreements
Experience supporting enterprise technology or digital transformation initiatives
Familiarity with AI governance frameworks, privacy and data protection
Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to balance legal and business considerations
Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple projects with competing priorities

Job Responsibility

Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of technology and commercial contracts, including subscription agreements, master service agreements, professional services agreements, reseller/distribution arrangements, and confidentiality agreements and data protection agreement
Partner with internal stakeholders to facilitate transactions while managing legal risk
Provide advice on contract interpretation and dispute resolution, ensuring compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements
Develop and improve contract templates, playbooks, and negotiation guidelines to streamline the contracting process

What we offer

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging as part of our corporate strategic goals, supported by a formal DEI+B program, Employee Resource Groups, Director of Diversity leadership and agency commitment to The Brand Lab, Creative Accelerator, Fellowship, MAIP, and BLAC

Senior Associate or Legal Director - Legal Planning

We are seeking an experienced Senior Associate or Legal Director to join our nat...

Location

United Kingdom , Midlands

Salary:

Not provided

Shakespeare Martineau

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Extensive experience in planning law, gained in a reputable public, private or mixed‑practice environment
Experience leading or advising on planning strategy for major residential, mixed‑use or infrastructure developments
A strong track record of drafting and negotiating complex Section 106 agreements, advising on compulsory purchase matters and guiding clients through major planning processes
Excellent technical and drafting skills, with a commercial, solutions‑focused approach
Experience handling contentious matters such as appeals, inquiries, enforcement issues or judicial review
A proactive, collaborative approach to client management, team development and practice growth
A desire to contribute to the continued evolution of a highly regarded and expanding planning team

Job Responsibility

Lead on complex planning, development and infrastructure matters
Draft, negotiate and oversee Section 106 agreements and associated obligations for major development schemes
Advise developers, landowners, housebuilders, local authorities and national organisations on sensitive and high‑value planning matters
Manage contentious work, including enforcement matters, appeals and judicial review proceedings
Work closely with our wider multidisciplinary consultancy - including planning, heritage and architecture specialists - to deliver a seamless and integrated service
Supervise, mentor and support junior colleagues as the team continues to expand
Play an active role in business development, strengthening existing relationships and helping to develop new opportunities

What we offer

Agile working
blended approach to where and how we work
flexible location options

Fulltime

Senior Associate or Legal Director - Legal Planning

We are seeking an experienced Senior Associate or Legal Director to join our nat...

Location

United Kingdom , Midlands

Salary:

Not provided

Ampa - Legal & Professional Services

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Extensive experience in planning law, gained in a reputable public, private or mixed‑practice environment
Experience leading or advising on planning strategy for major residential, mixed‑use or infrastructure developments
A strong track record of drafting and negotiating complex Section 106 agreements, advising on compulsory purchase matters and guiding clients through major planning processes
Excellent technical and drafting skills, with a commercial, solutions‑focused approach
Experience handling contentious matters such as appeals, inquiries, enforcement issues or judicial review
A proactive, collaborative approach to client management, team development and practice growth
A desire to contribute to the continued evolution of a highly regarded and expanding planning team

Job Responsibility

Lead on complex planning, development and infrastructure matters
Draft, negotiate and oversee Section 106 agreements and associated obligations for major development schemes
Advise developers, landowners, housebuilders, local authorities and national organisations on sensitive and high‑value planning matters
Manage contentious work, including enforcement matters, appeals and judicial review proceedings
Work closely with our wider multidisciplinary consultancy - including planning, heritage and architecture specialists - to deliver a seamless and integrated service
Supervise, mentor and support junior colleagues as the team continues to expand
Play an active role in business development, strengthening existing relationships and helping to develop new opportunities

What we offer

Agile working
blended approach to where and how we work
flexible location options
access to award-winning learning
flexibility built on trust
opportunities to collaborate across a diverse network of specialists

Fulltime

Senior Director, Legal & Real Estate

Ace Retail Group is seeking a highly capable, business-minded attorney to serve ...

Location

United States , Overland Park

Salary:

150000.00 - 170000.00 USD / Year

ACE Hardware

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) with active bar admission
8–15+ years of legal experience, including a combination of law firm and in-house experience (preferred)
Demonstrated experience in commercial real estate and multi-location retail environments
Proven track record advising on broad business risk, including contracts, employment, regulatory, and operational matters
Elite negotiator with a strong deal-making mindset
Deep business acumen with the ability to connect legal decisions to financial outcomes
Ability to operate strategically while executing at a high level day-to-day
Strong leadership presence with confidence working alongside executive teams
High ownership mentality—comfortable being accountable for outcomes across legal and real estate

Job Responsibility

Serve as the Company's primary in-house counsel, advising on all legal matters including contracts, real estate, compliance, employment, and corporate governance
Lead and develop the legal function, including oversight of the Director of Legal Services and internal team
Draft, negotiate, and structure complex commercial agreements and strategic transactions
Manage all external counsel relationships, ensuring efficient, high-quality legal support
Own enterprise risk management, compliance, and legal strategy
Own the Company's real estate function end-to-end, including leadership of the Director of Real Estate
Lead new store growth strategy, including market prioritization, site selection, and pipeline development
Structure and negotiate retail leases, acquisitions, renewals, and dispositions
Partner closely with operations and finance to optimize the real estate portfolio and capital deployment
Drive a disciplined, data-informed approach to expanding store count across the United States

Fulltime

Director, Commercial Excellence - Incentive Compensation

The Director, Commercial Excellence – Incentive Compensation UCAN is accountable...

Location

United States , Deerfield

Salary:

184000.00 - 253000.00 USD / Year

Baxter

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Deep expertise in incentive compensation plan design, operations, and governance
Strong people leadership skills with the ability to build, inspire, and manage high‑performing teams
Advanced critical thinking and problem‑solving capabilities, with the ability to navigate ambiguity and complex trade‑offs
Strong financial and analytical competence, including modeling and scenario analysis
Proven ability to influence senior collaborators and operate effectively in a matrixed environment
Demonstrated experience driving process standardization, automation, and operational rigor
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex concepts into clear, actionable messages
High attention to detail with a strong control, risk, and compliance approach
Proven success managing senior collaborators
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Business, Finance, Economics, Analytics, or a related field (or country equivalent) required

Job Responsibility

Act as a trusted advisor to commercial leadership, Finance, and HR by translating business strategy into effective incentive plan designs that balance growth objectives, simplicity, risk management, and field motivation
Own the full incentive compensation lifecycle, including plan design support, scenario modeling, approval governance, system configuration, quota and territory alignment, payout calculation, validation, and payment execution
Lead, coach, and develop a global or regional incentive compensation team, building strong technical expertise, commercial understanding, accountability, and a culture of continuous improvement
Establish and maintain robust governance frameworks, controls, documentation, and audit‑ready processes to ensure accuracy, SOX compliance, and adherence to internal policies and external regulatory requirements
Drive standardization, simplification, and scalability of incentive compensation processes by leveraging automation, best practices, and data‑driven insights to improve cycle time, accuracy, transparency, and user experience
Partner with CRM, incentive compensation systems, and analytics teams to ensure strong system integration, data integrity, and reporting capabilities that provide timely, decision‑support insights
Lead change management and communication strategies for new or evolving incentive plans, systems, and policies to ensure strong field understanding, adoption, and confidence
Coordinate effectively with commercial leaders and cross‑functional partners including Finance, HR, Legal, IT, and external vendors to resolve issues, manage dependencies, and deliver against commercial timelines
Lead the team through IT systems and process transformation initiatives to meet the needs of a changing organization and support future growth

What we offer

Discretionary bonuses
Commission
Long-term incentive
Medical and dental coverage
Insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Educational assistance programs
Paid holidays

Fulltime

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