Job: Commercial Agreements Attorney, Director

Job Description

Job Type: Full time, Salaried

Wage: $165,000/yr. 

Location: Remote, CO.

Job Description

Pax8 is the leading value-added cloud-based SaaS distributor, simplifying the cloud journey for our partners by integrating technology, business intelligence and proactive service to deliver an unparalleled experience. Serving thousands of partners through the indirect sales channel, our mission is to be the world’s favorite place to buy cloud products. We are a fast-growing, dynamic and high-energy startup organization, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on the business. Culture is important to us, and at Pax8, it’s business, and it IS personal. We are passionate, creative and humorously offbeat. We work hard, keep it fun, and expect the best.

We Elev8 each other. We Advoc8 for our partners. We Innov8 continuously. We Celebr8 life.

No matter who you are, Pax8 is a place you can call home. We know there’s no such thing as a “perfect" candidate, so we don’t look for the right "fit" – instead, we look for the add. We encourage you to apply for a role at Pax8 even if you don’t meet 100% of the bullet points. We believe in cultivating an environment with a diversity of perspectives, in hopes that we can all thrive in an inclusive environment.

We are only as great as our people. And we have great people all over the world. No matter where you live and work, you’re a part of the Pax8 team. This means embracing hybrid- and remote-work whenever possible.

Position Summary:

This Commercial Attorney is a Director that plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of our business. They draft, review, and negotiate a diverse range of cutting-edge commercial agreements, while providing strategic legal advice to our dynamic internal teams. The Director collaborates closely with cross-functional stakeholders and assists to develop best practices and policies, support corporate development initiatives, and stay ahead of industry trends. They leverage their expertise in commercial agreements and technology-related transactions to make a significant contribution to a rapidly growing company.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Drafts, reviews, negotiates, and interprets a wide variety of commercial agreements, including but not limited to software-as-a-service distribution agreements, sales agreements, procurement, service, outsourcing, and technology agreements
• Provides strategic legal advice to internal stakeholders on matters related to commercial transactions, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance
• Collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with business objectives and risk tolerance
• Develops and implements best practices, policies, and training programs related to commercial transactions and legal matters
• Advises and supports corporate development initiatives, including mergers and acquisitions
• Manages relationships with external counsel and oversees their work on complex transactions and legal matters
• Stays up to date on relevant industry laws, regulations, and trends to ensure compliance and proactive risk

Ideal Skills, Experience, and Competencies:

• At least eight (8) to ten (10) years of experience in commercial agreements, with a focus on technology-related transactions
• Prior experience working both in a national law firm and in-house at a technology company is required
• Strong knowledge of intellectual property law, data privacy, and cybersecurity
• Excellent negotiation, drafting, and analytical skills Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities, with a proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically, balancing business needs with legal risks
• Adaptable, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

Required Education & Certifications:

• B.A./B.S. in related field or equivalent work experience
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from a top-tier law school and a current member in good standing with a State Bar

Compensation:

Qualified candidates can expect a salary beginning at $165,000 or more depending on experience

*Note: Compensation is benchmarked on local Denver Metro area market rates. Qualified candidates in other locations can expect a salary package that may be adjusted based off applicable cost of wages in their respective location. At Pax8 we believe that your Total Rewards should include a benefits package that shows how much we value our greatest assets. All FTE Pax8 people enjoy the following benefits:

• Non-Commissioned Bonus Plans or Variable Commission
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Medical, Dental Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employer Paid Short Long Term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance
• Flexible, Open Vacation
• Paid Sick Time Off
• Extended Leave for Life events
• RTD Eco Pass (For local Colorado Employees)
• Career Development Programs
• Stock Option Eligibility
• Employee-led Resource Groups

Pax8 is an EEOC Employer.

**Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Click “View Application” below for more detail on this specific job.