Vistex

Senior Corporate Counsel & Assistant Secretary

Vistex$200K — $240K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • JD from an accredited law school and admission to a state bar
  • 5+ years of experience in corporate law with a focus on commercial contracts
  • Strong understanding of employment law, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region
  • Proficiency in contract lifecycle management tools
  • Demonstrated experience in data privacy and regulatory compliance

Responsibilities

  • Review, draft, and negotiate diverse commercial agreements and contracts
  • Identify and advise on legal and business risks providing practical guidance
  • Lead negotiation discussions with a focus on balancing legal and business needs
  • Collaborate with various departments to ensure alignment with policies and regulations
  • Optimize contract review and risk management processes
  • Advise on employment law issues and manage HR-related legal inquiries
  • Conduct due diligence on AI-related legal matters and emerging technologies

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare plan
  • 401(k) with company matching contributions
  • Paid time off including volunteerism days
  • Discretionary annual bonus opportunities
  • Supportive company culture fostering career advancement
Full Job Description
The Senior Corporate Counseland Assistant Secretary will serve as a key legal advisor to the business, supporting commercial operations while expanding leadership across employment matters, data privacy, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation. This role will continue to own and optimize the company's contract lifecycle management (CLM) processes, while partnering cross-functionally to support scalable, compliant growth across global operations.

Responsibilities :

Commercial Contracts & Negotiations
  • Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including professional services agreements, software licensing agreements, non-disclosure agreements, vendor agreements, and other strategic contracts.
  • Identify contractual, legal, and business risks and provide practical, solution-oriented guidance to internal stakeholders.
  • Participate in and lead negotiation calls alongside the commercial team, balancing legal risk with business objectives.
  • Collaborate closely with Finance, Human Resources, IT Security, Sales, and Marketing teams to ensure contracts align with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Contract Operations & Risk Management
  • Continue to optimize and streamline contract review, approval, and risk mitigation processes.
  • Leverage and enhance the company's Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) tool to improve efficiency, consistency, reporting, and compliance.

Employment & Labor Matters
  • Act as the first point of contact for employment-related legal matters, partnering closely with HR and external employment vendors.
  • Provide guidance on employment law issues including hiring, terminations, employee relations, performance management, and workplace policies in the Asia-Pacific region, including coordination with outside counsel and collaboration with both North American and APAC HR teams.


Data Privacy, Regulatory & Compliance
  • Advise on data privacy, information security, and regulatory compliance matters, partnering with IT Security and other stakeholders as needed.
  • Support compliance initiatives related to evolving regulations and industry standards.
  • Assist in developing and maintaining internal policies, procedures, and training related to compliance and risk management.

AI, Technology & Emerging Risks
  • Perform due diligence on AI-related matters, including legal, regulatory, and contractual considerations.
  • Conduct research projects related to emerging technologies and evolving legal frameworks.
  • Partner with product and development teams to draft and negotiate AI-related terms, protections, and safeguards.

Cross-Functional Leadership & General Legal Support
  • Manage lawyers in the Legal departments around the globe
  • Serve as a trusted legal partner to business leaders across the organization.
  • Manage and collaborate with outside counsel as needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Legal department and broader business objectives.

The compensation for this position is $200,000 - $240,000 annually. Base pay will vary depending on factors, including but not limited to, a candidate's location, job-related knowledge, skills and work experience. The compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of discretionary annual bonus. Vistex provides highly competitive benefits including comprehensive healthcare plan, 401(k) and paid time off, including paid volunteerism days!

About Vistex

Vistex is a global software company that provides solutions for managing pricing, incentive, rebate, royalty and channel programs. The company's products are used by businesses in a variety of industries, including consumer goods, automotive, and media. Vistex was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Hoffman Estates, Illinois.
Learn more about Vistex
Size
1,300 employees
Industry
Founded
1999

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