Vendor Management Counsel

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Vendor Management Counsel overseeing commercial agreements for technology at Wilson Sonsini. Drafting and negotiating contracts across business functions involving AI and technology engagements.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $221,740 - $300,001 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, particularly in technology and AI-related engagements, with a strong focus on data rights, confidentiality, and risk management. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and monitor legal developments in AI governance and data privacy.

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J.D. From An ABA-Accredited Law SchoolActive Bar AdmissionCommercial Contract Drafting And NegotiationGenerative AI Contracting ConceptsRisk Management And Communication

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Hard Skills

Contract DraftingContract NegotiationTechnology AgreementsSaaS AgreementsCloud Services AgreementsData Processing AgreementsConfidentiality AgreementsIndemnificationIP OwnershipContract Management

Soft Skills

Strong Business-Partnering SkillsAbility To Manage Competing DeadlinesBusiness-Oriented MindsetPractical Problem SolvingClear Communication Of Risk

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Bar Admission

Industry Keywords

Vendor ContractsSupplier ContractsAI GovernanceData PrivacyTechnology TransactionsLegal RisksContract TemplatesClause GuidanceThird-Party Model AccessData Rights

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as primary lawyer for the firm's vendor and supplier contracts across all business functions
Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including technology license agreements, SaaS and cloud services agreements, professional services agreements, statements of work, and general procurement contracts
Lead contracting for technology and AI-related engagements, including agreements involving generative AI platforms, AI-assisted legal tools, data processing, and third-party model access—advising on data rights, acceptable use, confidentiality, output ownership, and liability allocation
Coordinate with client-facing attorneys specializing in privacy, data security, and technology transactions on matters requiring specialized expertise or escalation
Partner with Finance, IT, Information Security, and other business stakeholders to identify legal risks and align contract terms with internal policies
Support and maintain standard contract templates, playbooks, and clause guidance tailored to the firm's risk tolerance and operational needs
Monitor relevant legal and regulatory developments—particularly in AI governance, data privacy, and technology contracting—and advise the General Counsel on implications for the firm's contracts and vendor relationships
Work closely with contract administrator to manage the firm’s contract portfolio and enhance the firm’s contract management processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Required J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school;
Active bar admission in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
Minimum 3 years of experience drafting and negotiating a variety of commercial contracts, including technology agreements
Strong drafting, negotiation and business-partnering skills
Familiarity with generative AI contracting concepts, including data rights and restrictions, acceptable use policies, confidentiality of inputs and outputs, indemnification for AI-generated content, and IP ownership
Demonstrated ability to manage a high volume of matters with competing deadlines
Business-oriented mindset—able to identify and communicate risk clearly, propose practical solutions, and know when to escalate.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Discretionary year-end merit bonus based on performance
Health insurance
Retirement plans
Flexible working arrangements
Professional development opportunities