Legal Director, Strategic Deals

For our client, we are seeking a Legal Director, Strategic Deals to join the team of a leader in the Information Technology space. This role will lead legal support for complex commercial transactions that shape new offerings, partnerships, and strategic growth initiatives. You will work closely with executive leaders across Product, GTM, and other legal stakeholders to structure agreements that balance business objectives, risk management, and long-term scalability. The position also plays a key role in deal diligence, post-close integration support, and mentoring legal talent within the organization. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $206,250 – $309,000 annually Responsibilities Draft, review, and negotiate complex partnership agreements Negotiate IP ownership, license scope, data rights, and AI terms Collaborate with Product and GTM leaders on commercial models for new offerings Lead commercial contract diligence for acquisition targets and manage post-close integrations Advise executives on negotiation strategies and risk management Mentor and develop a Senior Counsel, establishing workflows and templates Facilitate collaboration among legal teams to ensure consistent deal positions Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school with an active U.S. state license 12+ years of legal experience focused on technology transactions; a mix of law firm and in-house experience preferred Deep expertise in IP licensing and complex technology agreements, such as OEM and SaaS Fluency with AI tools for drafting and contract management Proven experience negotiating high-stakes agreements with sophisticated counterparts Strong business judgment with the ability to advise executives on structuring deals Experience managing or mentoring legal professionals Benefits Equity through Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) Flexible time off along with paid holidays and sick leave Gender-neutral parental leave and grandparent leave Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions Employee Assistance Program and voluntary benefits like critical illness insurance Wellness coaching and gym reimbursement programs Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.