Senior Legal Counsel
Megaport
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: United States
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Salary
💰 $140,000 - $170,000 per year
Job Level
About the role
- Review and negotiation of all types of agreements, including but not limited to services agreements, procurement and carrier agreements, confidentiality agreements, and more!
- Provide general legal advice on a variety of areas to support the Group’s daily business activities, including but not limited to employee related matters and regulatory and legal compliance matters.
- Drafting bespoke contracts (e.g. agency / referral agreements, commission agreements etc).
- Assist with the resolution of disputes that arise from time to time.
- Supporting team legal operations initiatives.
- Support special projects as directed by the Legal Directors and Chief Legal Officer.
- Assist with the review of advertising and promotional material including, Megaport’s websites, online publications, new service information and campaign materials.
- Review new legislation and regulatory changes and communicate potential impact to the business.
- Provide advice on regulatory and compliance issues.
Requirements
- 7-10 years experience post admission experience, including around in-house experience.
- JD or equivalent and an active bar license in the US state you’re located in, in good standing.
- Exposure to the IT/Technology industry preferred.
- Experience in a sales-driven company preferred. Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills. Experience in or exposure to data center industry is highly regarded.
- Employment law and privacy experience are highly regarded.
- Ability to work with a high degree of independence and autonomy, but raises questions.
- Strong commercial acumen and demonstrated ability to deliver practical and commercial advice whilst managing risk.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills. You’ll support internal and external stakeholders around the world, so adaptability of communication approach is key.
- Ability to manage competing priorities - different matters, jurisdictions and timezones, set clear expectations and shift to meet deadlines.
- High level of integrity and professional accountability.
- Strong plain english drafting skills.A natural relationship builder, with the ability to engage with all kinds of individuals, building trust and respect with ease.
- Collaborative team player, eager to learn and share knowledge with the wider legal team.
Benefits
- Flexible working environment – a remote-first culture with coworking options available
- Generous leave plans – including 4 weeks of paid annual leave, parental leave, birthday leave, and a purchased annual leave program
- Health and wellness support – through a wellness allowance and employee wellbeing initiatives
- Comprehensive learning support – generous study and training allowance plus paid study leave
- Creative, modern workspaces – designed to inspire when you're not working remotely
- Motivated, inclusive team – work alongside industry experts and fresh talent
- Recognition programs – celebrate achievements with our *Legend* and *Kudos* awards
- For U.S. employees – access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus a 401(k) plan
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
contract draftingnegotiationlegal compliancedispute resolutionregulatory adviceemployment lawprivacy lawcommercial acumenstakeholder engagementplain English drafting
Soft Skills
independenceadaptabilityintegrityprofessional accountabilityrelationship buildingcollaborationcommunicationtime managementproblem-solvingteamwork
Certifications
JDactive bar license