Deputy General Counsel

Upside

Deputy General Counsel overseeing compliance and contract review in a fast-paced environment at Upside. 12+ years of experience required with a focus on technology industry law.

Posted 5/18/2026full-timeWashington, D.C. • District of Columbia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $200,000 - $220,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee contract review and execution process for entire company
Draft and negotiate commercial contracts with merchant partners, data providers, and vendors
Provide legal advice across many subject areas, including contract law, privacy, data protection, consumer protection laws, and commercial litigation
Work with and manage outside counsel

Requirements

What you’ll need

12+ years of experience as a practicing attorney (including in house or at a law firm)
Extensive experience and expertise with drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
Experience with data privacy law is preferable
Ability to handle major problems in practice areas with little or no supervision
Sound business judgment and industry knowledge
Experience managing client relationships with business leaders
Experience in the technology industry is highly preferred
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines with consistently high-quality work product in a fast-paced environment
Strong interpersonal skills with ability to interact effectively and work collaboratively with individuals at all levels
High attention to detail with strong organizational skills and ability to work independently
J.D. degree and membership in at least one US state bar

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on Day 1
Equity (ISOs)
401(k) program
Family planning programs + paid parental leave
Physical fitness and wellness memberships
Emotional and mental health support programs
Unlimited PTO + 10 paid federal holidays + our annual, week-long Winter Break
Flexible work environment
Lunch reimbursement for in-office employees
Employee Resource Groups
Learning and Development stipend
Transparent culture
Amazing mission!

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Hard Skills & Tools

contract reviewcontract negotiationcommercial contractsdata privacy lawconsumer protection lawscommercial litigationlegal advice

Soft Skills

business judgmentclient relationship managementproject managementattention to detailorganizational skillsinterpersonal skillscollaboration

Certifications

J.D. degreeUS state bar membership