Commercial & IP Counsel
for headings. Use - for lists. Use
for prose. Do not repeat job title. Do not include Job ID. Remove boilerplate: cookie/navigation/legal/EEO etc. Also remove duplicated lines. Must preserve all substantive info.
We need to parse the posting.
Key sections:
- Intro paragraph about StackAdapt (company description) maybe not needed? It's not a heading; we can keep as
before headings? The instruction: "Output ONLY the HTML fragment". We can include a leading paragraph describing company? It's substantive. Probably include as
before first heading.
- About the role: heading
About the role
then paragraph(s) describing role.
- What you'll do: heading Responsibilities
(or maybe "What you'll do" but instruction says use headings like About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. So we map "What you'll do" to Responsibilities. Use - for list of duties.
- What you Bring: heading
Requirements
(or Qualifications). Use list.
- Benefits: heading Benefits
list from "StackAdapter's Enjoy:" (typo). List items.
- Pay: heading Pay
include compensation ranges for Canada and USA. Also note that it's base salary only, plus possible additional compensation. Should we include that as prose? Probably with details.
- Schedule: not present, so omit.
- Also maybe include "Qualifications" separate? Not needed.
We must not include sections with filler like "commensurate with experience". Not present.
We need to remove boilerplate: EEO, diversity statement, accommodations, AI resume review note, privacy policy link, etc. Also remove "About StackAdapt" section at end (awards). That's likely boilerplate? It's substantive? It's about company recognition; maybe we can keep as part of intro? But it's after the benefits and pay. It's not required; but it's not boilerplate? It's about awards. Might be considered company info; but we already have intro. Could keep as
but it's not essential. The instruction: "Preserve ALL substantive information; do NOT invent or summarize away detail." So we should keep that info too. However it's under "About StackAdapt" heading which we should not create as heading because we only use allowed headings. Could incorporate as a paragraph after benefits/pay.
But we need to avoid duplication: there is earlier intro about StackAdapt (first paragraph). Then later there is "About StackAdapt" with awards. Both are substantive; we can combine or keep both as separate paragraphs.
We must not include "Please note: Benefits and perks may vary..." that's part of benefits section; we can keep as note within benefits.
We must not include "StackAdapt is a diverse and inclusive team..." that's EEO/diversity statement; remove.
We must not include "Accommodations are available upon request..." remove.
We must not include "We use artificial intelligence (AI) to streamline the resume reviews..." remove.
We must not include "To learn more about our privacy practices, please see our Privacy Policy." remove.
We must not include "StackAdapt maintains different compensation ranges..." that's part of pay; keep.
We must not include "This range represents base salary only..." keep.
We must not include "Factors Influencing Final Compensation:" keep as part of pay.
Now craft HTML.
Structure:
StackAdapt is the leading technology company that empowers marketers to reach, engage, and convert audiences with precision. With 465 billion automated optimizations per second, the AI-powered StackAdapt Marketing Platform seamlessly connects brand and performance marketing to drive measurable results across the entire customer journey. The most forward-thinking marketers choose StackAdapt to orchestrate high-impact campaigns across programmatic advertising and marketing channels.
About the role
We are seeking a highly skilled and business-savvy IP and Commercial Counsel to support the ongoing operations of StackAdapt’s AI-Powered Marketing Orchestration Platform and its expanding suite of programmatic and owned-channel products, including connected TV (CTV), digital out-of-home, display, audio, and email. This Counsel will work closely with product managers, engineers, data science, compliance, privacy, and commercial teams to provide legal guidance on the design, implementation, and commercialization of advertising technologies, AI-driven and automated features, and data solutions, as well as being responsible for the Company’s intellectual property portfolio and complex intellectual property litigation. StackAdapt embraces AI and automation across the business, and this Counsel is expected to use those tools to work efficiently and to extend the reach and efficacy of the legal team. StackAdapt is a remote first company. This role is open to applicants currently located in Canada or the United States.
Responsibilities
- Draft, negotiate, and interpret contracts with clients and ad tech ecosystem partners, including Supply Path Optimization (SPO) agreements with SSPs, publishers, and ad exchanges, as well as data sharing and measurement/verification vendor agreements.
- Manage and negotiate IAB terms and conditions, specifically including the Standard Terms and Conditions (2.0-4.0) and the Multi-State Privacy Agreement.
- Review and negotiate agreements for AI and automation vendors, covering model and data licensing, generative-AI tools, and terms governing the use of company or third-party training data.
- Develop automated and AI-assisted workflows to ensure internal compliance with all ecosystem partner agreements.
- Partner with and manage external counsel globally across all IP litigation, strategy, and regulatory matters.
- Direct all phases of complex IP and patent litigation, from strategy development and enforcement actions (e.g., preparing claim charts) to court appearances, drafting settlement agreements, and negotiating IP licenses.
- Advise management on overall IP strategy by overseeing patentability, freedom-to-operate, and infringement analyses.
- Work with internal R&D and product teams to identify patentable inventions, guide portfolio development, and provide training on IP best practices.
- Oversee IP due diligence for acquisitions, divestitures, or partnerships.
- Monitor changes in patent law and the evolving AI regulatory landscape to proactively advise on potential impacts to the company.
- Provide comprehensive legal, IP, and regulatory guidance to internal teams during the design and launch of programmatic, martech, and owned-channel features, specifically including targeting, bidding algorithms, and data integrations.
- Advise on the legal and compliance implications of AI, machine learning, and automated decision-making tools, including training data, model outputs, and emerging governance obligations.
- Support the Privacy team on data governance matters involving bid-stream, impression, user-volunteered, and third-party data.
- Guide post-launch compliance efforts, including auditing mechanisms and the ongoing protection of proprietary technology via trademarks, copyrights, and patents.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and Call to the Bar in one or more Canadian Provinces or one or more US states, with active license to practice law in such jurisdiction(s)
- 6+ years of legal experience, preferably in technology, with at least 3 years in an in-house commercial role and 3 years of complex litigation experience.
- Strong aptitude for complex technology and desire to learn the functioning of the ad tech ecosystem (including DSPs, SSPs, ad exchanges, CTV and other emerging channels, AI-powered ad tech, and programmatic advertising principles.)
- Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills to manage disputes and advise senior leadership.
- Ability to handle complex cases and meet litigation deadlines in a high-pressure environment.
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving to balance legal risks with business goals.
- Strong drafting and negotiation skills for commercial agreements.
- Ability to simplify complex legal and technical concepts for cross-functional teams.
- Excellent collaboration skills to work effectively with non-legal stakeholders, including product managers and engineers.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment and provide clear, actionable legal advice.
- A demonstrated appetite for adopting automation and AI tools to drive efficiency and consistency in legal workflows.
- Preferred: Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP) certification, experience with AI-related legal and governance issues in ad tech, martech, or similar technology platforms, and fluency with AI and automation tools in a modern legal function.
Benefits
- Highly competitive salary
- Retirement/ 401K/ Pension Savings globally
- Competitive Paid time off packages including birthday's off!
- Access to a comprehensive mental health care program
- Health benefits from day one of employment
- Work from home reimbursements
- Optional global WeWork membership for those who want a change from their home office and hubs in London and Toronto
- Robust training and onboarding program
- Coverage and support of personal development initiatives (conferences, courses, books etc)
- Access to StackAdapt programmatic courses and certifications to support continuous learning
- An awesome parental leave program
- A friendly, welcoming, and supportive culture
- Our social and team events!
- Please note: Benefits and perks may vary depending on your country of employment and the nature of your engagement. In locations where StackAdapt does not have a legal entity, employment and benefits are administered in accordance with local regulations and partner policies.
Pay
The compensation range listed for this role reflects the expected base salary for candidates located in the posting country based on a global rate. It is informed by market data and the approved budget for this position. StackAdapt maintains different compensation ranges for roles across other countries and regions, and final offers will be aligned to the candidate’s current location. We do not ask candidates about current or prior salary history, and we will not use such information, if volunteered, in setting an offer. This range represents base salary only. Depending on the role, candidates may also be eligible for additional compensation such as annual bonuses, commissions, equity awards, and a comprehensive benefits package. Factors Influencing Final Compensation: The final compensation offer will be determined by a variety of factors, which may include, but are not limited to: the candidate's specific experience, technical skills, knowledge, abilities, and relevant education, licensure, and certifications. Other business factors, such as organizational needs and budget alignment, may also be considered in the final offer. Canada Base Salary Band: $200,000 CAD - $275,000 CAD USA Base Salary Band: $220,000 USD - $302,500 USD
About StackAdapt We've been recognized for our diverse and supportive workplace, high performing campaigns, award-winning customer service, and innovation. We've been awarded: G2 Top Software for 2026 2026 Best Workplaces™ for Young Talent and in Canada by Great Place to Work® #1 DSP on G2 and leader in a number of categories including Cross-Channel Advertising 2026 Winner in the (CTV/OTT) Product/
for prose. Do not repeat job title. Do not include Job ID. Remove boilerplate: cookie/navigation/legal/EEO etc. Also remove duplicated lines. Must preserve all substantive info. We need to parse the posting. Key sections: - Intro paragraph about StackAdapt (company description) maybe not needed? It's not a heading; we can keep as
before headings? The instruction: "Output ONLY the HTML fragment". We can include a leading paragraph describing company? It's substantive. Probably include as
before first heading. - About the role: heading
About the role
then paragraph(s) describing role. - What you'll do: headingResponsibilities
(or maybe "What you'll do" but instruction says use headings like About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. So we map "What you'll do" to Responsibilities. Use- for list of duties.
- What you Bring: heading
Requirements
(or Qualifications). Use list. - Benefits: headingBenefits
list from "StackAdapter's Enjoy:" (typo). List items. - Pay: headingPay
include compensation ranges for Canada and USA. Also note that it's base salary only, plus possible additional compensation. Should we include that as prose? Probablywith details. - Schedule: not present, so omit. - Also maybe include "Qualifications" separate? Not needed. We must not include sections with filler like "commensurate with experience". Not present. We need to remove boilerplate: EEO, diversity statement, accommodations, AI resume review note, privacy policy link, etc. Also remove "About StackAdapt" section at end (awards). That's likely boilerplate? It's substantive? It's about company recognition; maybe we can keep as part of intro? But it's after the benefits and pay. It's not required; but it's not boilerplate? It's about awards. Might be considered company info; but we already have intro. Could keep as
but it's not essential. The instruction: "Preserve ALL substantive information; do NOT invent or summarize away detail." So we should keep that info too. However it's under "About StackAdapt" heading which we should not create as heading because we only use allowed headings. Could incorporate as a paragraph after benefits/pay. But we need to avoid duplication: there is earlier intro about StackAdapt (first paragraph). Then later there is "About StackAdapt" with awards. Both are substantive; we can combine or keep both as separate paragraphs. We must not include "Please note: Benefits and perks may vary..." that's part of benefits section; we can keep as note within benefits. We must not include "StackAdapt is a diverse and inclusive team..." that's EEO/diversity statement; remove. We must not include "Accommodations are available upon request..." remove. We must not include "We use artificial intelligence (AI) to streamline the resume reviews..." remove. We must not include "To learn more about our privacy practices, please see our Privacy Policy." remove. We must not include "StackAdapt maintains different compensation ranges..." that's part of pay; keep. We must not include "This range represents base salary only..." keep. We must not include "Factors Influencing Final Compensation:" keep as part of pay. Now craft HTML. Structure:
StackAdapt is the leading technology company that empowers marketers to reach, engage, and convert audiences with precision. With 465 billion automated optimizations per second, the AI-powered StackAdapt Marketing Platform seamlessly connects brand and performance marketing to drive measurable results across the entire customer journey. The most forward-thinking marketers choose StackAdapt to orchestrate high-impact campaigns across programmatic advertising and marketing channels.
About the role
We are seeking a highly skilled and business-savvy IP and Commercial Counsel to support the ongoing operations of StackAdapt’s AI-Powered Marketing Orchestration Platform and its expanding suite of programmatic and owned-channel products, including connected TV (CTV), digital out-of-home, display, audio, and email. This Counsel will work closely with product managers, engineers, data science, compliance, privacy, and commercial teams to provide legal guidance on the design, implementation, and commercialization of advertising technologies, AI-driven and automated features, and data solutions, as well as being responsible for the Company’s intellectual property portfolio and complex intellectual property litigation. StackAdapt embraces AI and automation across the business, and this Counsel is expected to use those tools to work efficiently and to extend the reach and efficacy of the legal team. StackAdapt is a remote first company. This role is open to applicants currently located in Canada or the United States.
Responsibilities
- Draft, negotiate, and interpret contracts with clients and ad tech ecosystem partners, including Supply Path Optimization (SPO) agreements with SSPs, publishers, and ad exchanges, as well as data sharing and measurement/verification vendor agreements.
- Manage and negotiate IAB terms and conditions, specifically including the Standard Terms and Conditions (2.0-4.0) and the Multi-State Privacy Agreement.
- Review and negotiate agreements for AI and automation vendors, covering model and data licensing, generative-AI tools, and terms governing the use of company or third-party training data.
- Develop automated and AI-assisted workflows to ensure internal compliance with all ecosystem partner agreements.
- Partner with and manage external counsel globally across all IP litigation, strategy, and regulatory matters.
- Direct all phases of complex IP and patent litigation, from strategy development and enforcement actions (e.g., preparing claim charts) to court appearances, drafting settlement agreements, and negotiating IP licenses.
- Advise management on overall IP strategy by overseeing patentability, freedom-to-operate, and infringement analyses.
- Work with internal R&D and product teams to identify patentable inventions, guide portfolio development, and provide training on IP best practices.
- Oversee IP due diligence for acquisitions, divestitures, or partnerships.
- Monitor changes in patent law and the evolving AI regulatory landscape to proactively advise on potential impacts to the company.
- Provide comprehensive legal, IP, and regulatory guidance to internal teams during the design and launch of programmatic, martech, and owned-channel features, specifically including targeting, bidding algorithms, and data integrations.
- Advise on the legal and compliance implications of AI, machine learning, and automated decision-making tools, including training data, model outputs, and emerging governance obligations.
- Support the Privacy team on data governance matters involving bid-stream, impression, user-volunteered, and third-party data.
- Guide post-launch compliance efforts, including auditing mechanisms and the ongoing protection of proprietary technology via trademarks, copyrights, and patents.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and Call to the Bar in one or more Canadian Provinces or one or more US states, with active license to practice law in such jurisdiction(s)
- 6+ years of legal experience, preferably in technology, with at least 3 years in an in-house commercial role and 3 years of complex litigation experience.
- Strong aptitude for complex technology and desire to learn the functioning of the ad tech ecosystem (including DSPs, SSPs, ad exchanges, CTV and other emerging channels, AI-powered ad tech, and programmatic advertising principles.)
- Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills to manage disputes and advise senior leadership.
- Ability to handle complex cases and meet litigation deadlines in a high-pressure environment.
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving to balance legal risks with business goals.
- Strong drafting and negotiation skills for commercial agreements.
- Ability to simplify complex legal and technical concepts for cross-functional teams.
- Excellent collaboration skills to work effectively with non-legal stakeholders, including product managers and engineers.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment and provide clear, actionable legal advice.
- A demonstrated appetite for adopting automation and AI tools to drive efficiency and consistency in legal workflows.
- Preferred: Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP) certification, experience with AI-related legal and governance issues in ad tech, martech, or similar technology platforms, and fluency with AI and automation tools in a modern legal function.
Benefits
- Highly competitive salary
- Retirement/ 401K/ Pension Savings globally
- Competitive Paid time off packages including birthday's off!
- Access to a comprehensive mental health care program
- Health benefits from day one of employment
- Work from home reimbursements
- Optional global WeWork membership for those who want a change from their home office and hubs in London and Toronto
- Robust training and onboarding program
- Coverage and support of personal development initiatives (conferences, courses, books etc)
- Access to StackAdapt programmatic courses and certifications to support continuous learning
- An awesome parental leave program
- A friendly, welcoming, and supportive culture
- Our social and team events!
- Please note: Benefits and perks may vary depending on your country of employment and the nature of your engagement. In locations where StackAdapt does not have a legal entity, employment and benefits are administered in accordance with local regulations and partner policies.
Pay
The compensation range listed for this role reflects the expected base salary for candidates located in the posting country based on a global rate. It is informed by market data and the approved budget for this position. StackAdapt maintains different compensation ranges for roles across other countries and regions, and final offers will be aligned to the candidate’s current location. We do not ask candidates about current or prior salary history, and we will not use such information, if volunteered, in setting an offer. This range represents base salary only. Depending on the role, candidates may also be eligible for additional compensation such as annual bonuses, commissions, equity awards, and a comprehensive benefits package. Factors Influencing Final Compensation: The final compensation offer will be determined by a variety of factors, which may include, but are not limited to: the candidate's specific experience, technical skills, knowledge, abilities, and relevant education, licensure, and certifications. Other business factors, such as organizational needs and budget alignment, may also be considered in the final offer. Canada Base Salary Band: $200,000 CAD - $275,000 CAD USA Base Salary Band: $220,000 USD - $302,500 USD
About StackAdapt We've been recognized for our diverse and supportive workplace, high performing campaigns, award-winning customer service, and innovation. We've been awarded: G2 Top Software for 2026 2026 Best Workplaces™ for Young Talent and in Canada by Great Place to Work® #1 DSP on G2 and leader in a number of categories including Cross-Channel Advertising 2026 Winner in the (CTV/OTT) Product/