Commercial Counsel Jobs

Explore Commercial Counsel opportunities with organizations seeking experienced legal professionals to guide business decisions and manage commercial risk. Ladders features vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping you discover in-house legal roles that align with your expertise and career goals.

What Does a Commercial Counsel Do?

Commercial Counsel advises business teams on the legal aspects of commercial activity. Responsibilities often include drafting, reviewing, and negotiating customer, vendor, technology, and partnership agreements; identifying contractual risks; and developing practical solutions that support business objectives. The role may also involve advising on privacy, intellectual property, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a law degree, admission to a relevant bar, and experience with commercial contracts, negotiations, and risk analysis. Strong candidates communicate complex legal issues clearly, collaborate across departments, and balance thoughtful risk management with commercial priorities. Experience in a particular industry—such as technology, healthcare, finance, or manufacturing—may be valuable.

Career Opportunities

Commercial Counsel roles range from counsel positions focused on a specific product or business unit to senior and leadership roles overseeing legal support for broader commercial operations. Depending on the organization, opportunities may include Senior Commercial Counsel, Director-level positions, or paths toward Associate General Counsel and General Counsel roles.

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$176K - $293K *

Transform your career by leveraging your legal expertise to draft and negotiate commercial contracts in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with teams to address legal issues and ensure compliance whil...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Collaborate with clients to optimize vendor contracts, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation while leveraging legal expertise and project management skills in a dynamic, remote environment...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role supporting global regulatory strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage compliance, train stakeholders, and monitor regulatory developments whil...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Drive regulatory compliance initiatives across diverse functions, ensuring best practices in industry standards. Collaborate with internal teams to provide legal guidance on policies, compliance progr...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Engage in corporate and commercial legal matters, providing timely advice and support. Collaborate with teams to manage legal risks, draft agreements, and enhance legal processes, ensuring effective o...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by serving as a strategic partner in legal operations, guiding commercial transactions and corporate governance while ensuring compliance and risk management in a fast-paced, global e...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $267K *

Transform legal strategy by providing expert employment law counsel to a dynamic global healthcare organization, enhancing compliance and minimizing risk while collaborating closely with various stake...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$152K - $267K *

Unlock strategic legal solutions in employment law for a global healthcare company, providing expert counsel and guidance to resolve labor issues, enhance compliance, and support business objectives a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$152K - $267K *

Unlock potential by providing expert legal counsel on employment law issues. Partner with various teams to drive legal strategies, ensure compliance, and mitigate risks while supporting mergers, acqui...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Drive corporate governance excellence by providing strategic legal guidance on securities law, public reporting, and transactions. Collaborate with leadership and Board members to ensure compliance an...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $180K *

Deliver comprehensive legal support for diverse transactions and corporate matters in a dynamic environment, ensuring compliance and risk management while fostering strategic relationships and providi...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$159K - $265K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Legal Counsel, providing strategic legal guidance across diverse areas, minimizing risk, and driving business success through effective negotiation and collaboration in...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$240K - $290K *

Join a team that's dedicated to legal excellence, providing strategic guidance and compliance oversight. As General Counsel, you'll manage risks, oversee contracts, and support governance, ensuring ou...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovative legal solutions in advertising and marketing, focusing on intellectual property, compliance, and contract negotiations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to navigate complex...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Engage in a dynamic role where you'll draft and negotiate contracts, manage regulatory functions, and provide legal advice to stakeholders. Collaborate with a team to support business operations and e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to dynamic underwriting teams by providing expert legal guidance on policy language, coverage, and emerging regulatory frameworks, ensuring effective communication between legal and underwr...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$152K - $250K *

Unlock potential by providing strategic legal counsel on employment matters, managing risks, and collaborating with HR and business leaders to support organizational goals while ensuring compliance wi...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $306K *

Champion legal compliance and risk management by overseeing daily operations of the legal department, ensuring adherence to regulations, and providing strategic legal guidance to support organizationa...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$202K - $244K *

Elevate responsible AI initiatives by providing legal guidance on compliance, risk assessments, and governance while operationalizing AI laws and frameworks in a dynamic, highly regulated life science...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Drive success by providing legal expertise in renewable energy projects across North America. Support development, construction, and operations while ensuring compliance and managing contracts to faci...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping corporate strategy by providing expert legal counsel on commercial transactions, governance, and compliance across a diverse portfolio of companies. Collaborate with leaders...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$210K - $250K *

Join a dynamic legal team to advise on securities law and strategic transactions, collaborating with business leaders on mergers, acquisitions, and investments that drive long-term value across a dive...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$210K - $250K *

Empower business growth by advising on securities law and strategic transactions. Collaborate with leaders on mergers, acquisitions, and investments to drive long-term value across a diverse portfolio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$210K - $250K *

Transform complex securities law and strategic transactions by advising business leaders and legal teams on public investments, mergers, and acquisitions, ensuring compliance and driving long-term val...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$210K - $250K *

Unlock potential by advising on securities law and strategic transactions. Collaborate with business leaders and legal teams to manage complex investments, mergers, and acquisitions, ensuring complian...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Commercial Counsel do?question toggle

    A Commercial Counsel advises an organization on the legal aspects of business transactions, including drafting and negotiating agreements, assessing contract risks, and helping teams meet commercial goals while managing legal exposure.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Commercial Counsel jobs?question toggle

    Employers generally require a law degree, bar admission in a relevant jurisdiction, and experience with commercial contracts and negotiations. Industry knowledge, clear communication, and the ability to provide practical business-focused advice are also commonly valued.

  • What types of contracts does a Commercial Counsel review?question toggle

    Depending on the organization, a Commercial Counsel may review customer and vendor agreements, software and technology contracts, licensing arrangements, partnership agreements, and other commercial documents.

  • What is the difference between Commercial Counsel and corporate counsel?question toggle

    Commercial Counsel typically focuses on contracts and transactions connected to a company's sales, purchasing, products, and partnerships. Corporate counsel may have a broader or different focus, such as governance, entity management, securities, or corporate transactions; responsibilities vary by employer.

  • How can I find Commercial Counsel jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Use Ladders to explore vetted professional job listings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review individual postings for compensation, location, seniority, and qualifications, since requirements and pay vary by employer.