X Corp. is seeking an experienced Commercial Lawyer to join our Legal team. You will provide strategic legal advice on a wide range of commercial transactions, partnerships, and contracts to support Xs business objectives. This role requires a proactive, business-minded attorney with expertise in drafting and negotiating agreements, managing risks, and collaborating with cross-functional teams in a dynamic, high-growth environment.
Responsibilities :
- Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including vendor contracts, procurement contracts, licensing agreements, content agreements, strategic partnership deals, SaaS agreements, and advertising contracts.
- Provide clear, practical legal advice to internal stakeholders (e.g., business development, sales, marketing, and procurement and finance teams) on commercial transactions, partnerships, and new products.
- Identify and mitigate legal and business risks in commercial arrangements, ensuring alignment with Xs strategic goals and compliance obligations.
- Support strategic partnerships and collaborations by structuring agreements that protect Xs interests while fostering innovation and growth.
- Advise on compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including consumer protection, advertising standards, and international trade.
- Work closely with finance, accounting, operations, and product teams to align legal strategies with business priorities.
- Develop and implement templates, playbooks, and processes to streamline commercial legal operations and enhance efficiency.
- Assist in resolving commercial disputes, including managing pre-litigation negotiations and coordinating with the internal litigation team.
- Monitor legal and regulatory developments impacting Xs business, particularly in technology, media, and digital platforms.
Qualifications :
Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree from an accredited institution. Must be admitted to practice law in California.5 years of experience as a practicing attorney, with at least 3 years focused on commercial transactions, preferably in the technology, media, or digital platform industries.In-house experience at a tech company or experience at a top-tier law firm advising tech clients is highly desirable.Expertise in drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts.Ability to translate legal risks into business-friendly advice.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse teams.Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.Comfortable thriving in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving environment.Experience with international commercial transactions or cross-border agreements.Knowledge of platform-specific regulations (e.g., content moderation, user-generated content).Locations
Los Angeles, CA