Perforce

Perforce

Corporate Counsel

Minneapolis, MN

Sponsorship not specified$100k-$150kDetected 22 days ago
DevOpsComplianceM&ACorporate LawIntellectual PropertyCommunication

About the role

  • The legal team at Perforce is searching for a versatile, AI-forward, Corporate Counsel to join the legal team.
  • The role will expose you to commercial contracts, artificial intelligence, privacy, mergers and acquisitions, corporate, IP strategy, product counseling, and legal operations.
  • Perforce is looking for an individual who thrives in a fast-paced work environment, is very detail-oriented, and has the ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

  • Commercial Contracts - support the commercial contracts team by reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and advising on contracts including: (i) software license agreements (SaaS and on-premise (perpetual and subscription))
  • (iii) partner and reseller agreements
  • Product Counseling - support the Product and Engineering teams, advising on privacy, data, regulatory compliance, and the legal risks in product development, including data processing agreements, cross-border data transfers, and data subject request processes.
  • Review new product features and initiatives to identify legal issues early and help develop solutions that support the business.
  • Help support and guide Perforce's approach to AI-related legal and regulatory considerations as the company deepens its use and deployment of the technology.
  • Compliance and Regulatory - support Perforce's global compliance posture and regulatory adherence relating to privacy, conflicts of interest, ethics, country-of-origin compliance, export control, and anti-bribery, including the maintenance and updating of related policies and processes.
  • Intellectual Property - support the protection and enforcement of the company's intellectual property assets, including trademarks, patents, and copyrights.
  • Collaborate with and advise the marketing team to ensure registration of newly created intellectual property and the maintenance of the registered intellectual property.
  • Corporate Governance and Transactions - support the corporate governance efforts by drafting board resolutions, written consents, and governance documents.
  • Support mergers and acquisitions and transaction workstreams as they arise, including drafting and negotiating transaction documents and supporting due diligence reviews.

Requirements

  • J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
  • Curiosity coupled with a high degree of integrity and forethought in making decisions.
  • Experience with advising businesses located in multiple jurisdictions, including internationally.
  • Familiarity with privacy, AI, and corporate governance frameworks.
  • and (v) other agreements required to operate the business as required from time to time.
  • Admitted to practice law in at least one US state.
  • An understanding of the software and technology industry, including software licensing contract structures, the ability to diagnose legal problems, and present positive and creative solutions and alternatives for the business.
  • Highly responsive with a service-oriented attitude and the ability to manage competing priorities across multiple workstreams.
  • Ability to build relationships throughout the organization and manage internal stakeholder expectations with professionalism and responsiveness.
  • Willingness to contribute to the department's efforts to find new ways to provide more efficient and cost effective services to our internal clients.
  • Demonstrated prioritization skills.
  • Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
  • Good understanding of corporate governance and management of complicated legal entity structures.
  • Additionally, this position is eligible for benefits including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, retirement benefits, life insurance, wellness programs, total time off, and other employee perks that may be offered by Perforce from time to time. The actual offer will depend on a number of factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's education, skills, qualifications, depth of experience and other relevant business considerations. Perforce reserves the right to amend or modify employee perks and benefits at any time. All employees are expected to demonstrate AI fluency appropriate to their role and level, including responsible use of AI tools, sound judgment, and adherence to company AI governance and security policy standards. Come work with us! Our team members are valued for their contributions, introduced to new opportunities, and rewarded well. Perforce combines the experience and rewards of a start-up with the security of an established and privately held profitable company. If you are passionate about the technology that impacts our day-to-day lives and want to work with talented and dedicated people across the globe, apply today! www.perforce.com Please click here for: EOE & Belonging Statements | Perforce Software

Nice to have

  • 3-4 years of progressive experience in legal roles, a plus if the experience is in-house settings.

Compensation

  • $100k-$150k

Benefits

  • We are proud to inspire creativity, foster belonging, support collaboration, and encourage wellness.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • ance posture and regulatory adherence relating to privacy, conflicts of interest, ethics, country-of-origin compliance, export control, and anti-bribery, including the maintenance and updating of related policies and pro
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