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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$119K - $186K *

Lead the development of a risk-based compliance framework for U.S. pharmaceutical commercialization, advising senior leaders and ensuring adherence to compliance standards while fostering ethical deci...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive corporate transactions by drafting agreements, providing legal guidance, and collaborating with teams. Leverage your expertise in corporate law to manage mergers, acquisitions, and governance is...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$213K - $260K *

Grow your career with a strategic role advising on employment law matters, providing guidance to HR and leadership, and managing compliance and risk in a dynamic healthcare environment. Join a mission...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Elevate global trade compliance by leading strategy, governance, and execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory adherence while optimizing operational efficiency and suppo...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$160K - $200K *

Champion the legal landscape for Phase 3 and commercial activities in the Americas, providing strategic counsel across the product lifecycle while partnering closely with commercial and medical affair...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $100K *

Join a team that's pivotal in filing and prosecuting patent applications globally. Collaborate with foreign attorneys and manage critical patent processes, ensuring compliance with each country's requ...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$174K - $239K *

Shape the future of healthcare by providing strategic legal support for innovative partnerships in oncology. Collaborate with leadership to navigate complex commercial models while managing compliance...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$174K - $239K *

Lead strategic legal initiatives as a trusted partner, providing comprehensive support for complex partnerships and innovative business models in oncology. Leverage commercial judgment and regulatory...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing client experiences through effective onboarding, training, and support. Collaborate across departments to ensure clients maximize their use of our platform wh...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$194K - $228K *

Shape the future of financial innovation by providing legal and regulatory guidance on digital assets, blockchain, and money movement. Collaborate across teams to mitigate risks and drive strategic in...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$194K - $228K *

Lead the charge in legal support for innovative digital assets and payments, providing strategic, regulatory, and product guidance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to navigate complex challeng...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $220K *

Empower your career by leading the legal framework for global operations. Drive compliance, manage outside counsel, and build a robust legal infrastructure as the first in-house legal hire, ensuring s...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$141K - $234K *

Lead compliance initiatives in privacy, cybersecurity, and digital governance. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance regulatory frameworks and provide strategic legal guidance to support business...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $89K *

Take ownership of a long-term remote eDiscovery project, providing essential legal document review support. Collaborate with a team to ensure compliance and accuracy while gaining valuable experience...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $175K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of legal operations by drafting and negotiating agreements, supporting compliance, and enhancing efficiency through innovative technology and collaboration across...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Unlock your potential as a litigation Counsel, managing complex drug, medical device, and product liability cases. Collaborate with partners and clients to develop strategies, draft legal documents, a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Transform your career by managing complex litigation in drug, medical device, and product liability cases. Collaborate with a dynamic team to develop strategies, advocate for clients, and deliver high...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advising clients on international trade compliance, risk assessments, and government inquiries. This role offers exposure to federal agencies and the evolving landscape...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $145K *

Champion a humane correctional environment by providing legal guidance on inmate management, compliance with federal laws, and facilitating successful reentry initiatives, while collaborating with sen...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Drive innovative marketing strategies to elevate the legal industry, enhancing thought leadership and go-to-market execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to position the company as a trust...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Discover the opportunity to shape the legal industry's go-to-market strategy, leveraging your expertise to build thought leadership and drive revenue growth while collaborating with a diverse ecosyste...

New York, NYRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Strategize engaging legal thought leadership and drive GTM positioning to enhance client relationships and foster growth in the legal sector through innovative solutions and collaboration with cross-f...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Unlock your potential by joining a dynamic litigation team, focusing on general and product liability cases. Collaborate with experienced professionals while managing diverse legal tasks and enhancing...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading patent preparation and prosecution for cutting-edge satellite technologies. Collaborate with engineering teams to transform complex inventions into high-quality application...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$172K - $222K *

Lead the charge in managing complex commercial litigation globally, including class actions and intellectual property disputes. Collaborate with business leaders and leverage cutting-edge legal techno...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

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.