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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$87K - $135K *

Drive impactful legal strategies by transforming business objectives into actionable legal frameworks. Collaborate closely with leadership to ensure effective courtroom advocacy and thorough preparati...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that enhances legal support in a dynamic business setting, delivering timely, practical advice while fostering collaboration and driving efficiency in trading agreements and operations acr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$139K - $243K *

Elevate your career by representing Nasdaq in SEC proceedings and managing complex appeals. Collaborate with teams to develop legal strategies and support compliance in a fast-paced, regulated environ...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$139K - $243K *

Drive legal excellence by representing Nasdaq in SEC proceedings and managing complex appeals, ensuring market integrity through collaboration and expert advocacy in a fast-paced regulatory environmen...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$177K - $200K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of corporate transactions by providing strategic legal counsel on mergers, acquisitions, and integrations. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure co...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Collaborate with executive leadership to provide strategic legal guidance on consumer financial products, regulatory compliance, and litigation. Drive initiatives that align legal strategy with busine...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$251K - $310K *

Elevate your career by managing a global patent portfolio in cutting-edge technology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advise on IP issues, ensuring strategic alignment and risk management i...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$195K - $268K *

Unlock potential by leading IP risk management initiatives, collaborating across teams to safeguard innovations while driving compliance and strategic growth. Your expertise will shape frameworks that...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$55K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing high-quality legal support in a dynamic international practice. Leverage your organizational skills to manage attorney schedules, client communications, and d...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in shaping Stedi's litigation strategy, driving affirmative disputes and regulatory actions to protect and expand our operational freedom in the healthcare sector. Collaborate with lea...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by providing strategic legal guidance on managed care contracts and regulatory compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and support business objectives in...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing corporate governance and compliance. Leverage your expertise in legal research, document management, and project coordination to support Board activities and...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping global legal strategies across diverse sectors. As a key member of the Legal, Risk, and Compliance team, you'll tackle complex legal challenges, ensuring compliance and gove...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of technology and digital services as a trusted legal advisor. Leverage your expertise in commercial contracts to mitigate risks, ensure compliance, and support innovative solutions a...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $165K *

Engage with a dynamic team to resolve complex conflict-of-interest issues for lateral hires, collaborating across global offices to ensure compliance while managing multiple cases simultaneously. This...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$135K - $165K *

Accelerate progress at our dynamic US Compliance team, focusing on conflict-of-interest resolution for lateral hires. Collaborate with diverse teams globally while managing multiple compliance matters...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$135K - $165K *

Transform compliance strategies by addressing potential conflicts for lateral hires. This role demands collaboration across teams, issue resolution, and oversight of compliance workflows while managin...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$135K - $165K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing compliance and conflict issues, ensuring ethical hiring practices, and collaborating globally with compliance experts to drive resolutions while overseeing wor...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$135K - $165K *

Drive your legal expertise to advise on conflict-of-interest resolutions while collaborating with a dynamic compliance team. Take part in shaping firm practices by managing complex matters and support...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$135K - $165K *

Transform conflict resolution processes by leading a dedicated compliance team. Collaborate across US offices to manage potential conflicts for prospective hires, ensuring adherence to legal and ethic...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$135K - $165K *

Engage a diverse team to identify and resolve potential conflicts of interest while ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with various stakeholders to facilitate lateral hiring and...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$135K - $165K *

Oversee conflict-of-interest checks for lateral hires, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards. Collaborate with a dynamic team to manage workflows and resolve issues, directly impacting...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$135K - $165K *

Transform compliance practices by resolving conflicts of interest, supervising workflows, and collaborating with global teams to ensure smooth lateral hiring processes. Engage with partners and manage...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$135K - $165K *

Join a team that supports compliance efforts by reviewing conflicts of interest for lateral hires. Collaborate with stakeholders globally and manage conflict resolution using strong judgment and analy...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$135K - $165K *

Join a team that's pivotal in navigating complex compliance issues, overseeing conflict-of-interest reviews for lateral hires. Collaborate globally to ensure adherence to legal standards while efficie...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.