Keeper Security is hiring a Legal Counsel to support our corporate legal team. The Legal Counsel will play a key cross-functional role in supporting efforts including employment, litigation and disputes as well as supporting commercial contracting needs. This position is hybrid for those within a commutable distance to our Chicago, IL office.
Job SummaryAs a Legal Counsel with Keeper, you will serve as a key advisor to the entire company, working closely with the HR, Marketing, Infosec, Compliance and Engineering teams on day to day and strategic legal matters. This is a highly collaborative role, requiring excellent legal acumen, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Responsibilities- Manage and resolve employment-related legal matters, including advising HR on hiring, performance management, internal investigations and compliance with employment laws
- Oversee litigation and dispute resolution efforts, including managing outside counsel, developing litigation strategy and resolving pre-litigation disputes
- Coordinate and support commercial procurement by reviewing and advising on service provider engagements, agreements and compliance requirements; collaborate with procurement and business teams on process improvements
- Advise internal stakeholders on deal structures and contribute to negotiating commercial contracts, including SaaS, partnerships, licensing and services agreements
- Support other legal matters and strategic initiatives as assigned
- Collaborate with and support all internal teams to identify, mitigate, resolve and escalate cross-functional risks and disputes
- Drive continuous improvements to Keeper's legal processes, policies and templates
- Work closely with business stakeholders and other departments to ensure alignment between legal matters and company goals
Requirements- Law degree and bar membership in good standing in at least one U.S. state
- 3+ years of experience in an in-house legal role, with experience supporting a broad range of matters, particularly employment, litigation and disputes as well as being able to support commercial contracting
- Experience with SaaS technology, IP, partner ecosystems and privacy matters a plus
- Proactive, analytical, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
- Strong attention to detail, outstanding communication and critical thinking skills - able to understand and distill complex legal issues clearly and concisely
- Strong organizational and time management skills to balance multiple priorities under tight deadlines
Benefits- Medical, Dental & Vision (inclusive of domestic partnerships)
- Employer Paid Life Insurance & Employee/Spouse/Child Supplemental life
- Voluntary Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
- 401K (Roth/Traditional)
- A generous PTO plan that celebrates your commitment and seniority (including paid Bereavement/Jury Duty, etc)
- Above market annual bonuses
Classification: Exempt
