Corporate Counsel

About Us:

insightsoftware is a global provider of reporting, analytics, and performance management solutions that unlock the potential of business data and transform the way finance and data teams operate. We empower leaders from over 32,000 organizations to make timely and intelligent decisions. Our comprehensive solutions span Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Controllership, and Data and Analytics. We deliver finance teams the insights required to navigate any economic climate and drive greater financial intelligence, while increasing productivity, visibility, accuracy, and compliance. Learn more at insightsoftware.com.

Job Description:

We are seeking a proactive, business-minded, and detail-oriented Corporate Counsel  to join our legal team at a dynamic technology company. In this role, you will be a legal partner for negotiating and managing a broad portfolio of software and technology agreements, working closely with Sales, Customer Success, Finance, and Product teams to drive deals forward while managing risk. The role requires someone experienced and with strong legal judgment with a practical, business-enabling mindset.

What will you do?

Contract Drafting & Negotiation

• Draft, review, and negotiate a high volume of commercial agreements, including SaaS subscription agreements, software licensing agreements, reseller and partner agreements, professional services agreements, and NDAs.
• Redline and respond to counterparty paper, balancing risk mitigation with commercial pragmatism.
• Develop and maintain standard contract templates, fallback positions, and playbooks.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Serve as a trusted legal advisor to Sales, Product, Finance, and Customer Success teams, translating complex legal concepts into clear, actionable guidance.
• Partner with Sales to support deal cycles, including participating in customer calls and negotiations where needed.

Risk Management & Compliance

• Identify and escalate legal and contractual risks, recommending practical mitigation strategies.
• Maintain awareness of relevant regulatory developments (e.g., data privacy, export controls, IP) and advise internal stakeholders accordingly.
• Support the development and implementation of legal policies and compliance frameworks.

Process & Operations

• Manage contract lifecycle processes, including maintenance of a contract management system.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of legal team workflows, templates, and self-service resources for business partners.
• Handle a diverse, fast-moving workload with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

How will you do it?

• Strategic Execution – Plan, organize, and execute efficiently; focus on key priorities that drive business value.
• Operational Excellence – Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines consistently.
• Enthusiasm – Exhibit passion and excitement and embrace a can-do attitude. 
• Communication - Communicate effectively with internal teams and cross-functional partners; compelling communications that drive alignment and action across internal teams and cross-functional partners.
• Teamwork - Work effectively across functions to achieve both team and individual objectives.
• Attention to Detail - high-level attention to minute details to ensure accuracy.
• Perseverance - Demonstrate focus and commitment to solving complex issues through to completion.  
• Leadership Presence: Demonstrate passion and enthusiasm while building trust and engagement across all levels of the organization.

Qualifications

Required Experience & Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar admission in good standing.
• 7-10 years of legal experience, with significant focus on technology or software commercial agreements (in-house or law firm).
• Demonstrated experience negotiating SaaS, software licensing, and/or professional services agreements.
• Strong drafting skills with the ability to identify key risk areas and propose practical solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to build trusted relationships with business stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

Preferred Experience

• Prior in-house experience at a software or technology company.
• Familiarity with data privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA) and their contractual implications (DPAs, SCCs).
• Exposure to intellectual property, open-source software, or AI-related contract issues.

Your specific offer within this range will be determined by your skills, experience, and qualifications. For non-sales roles, you may be eligible for a bonus. For sales roles, this range includes a commission target.

We are committed to pay transparency and fair compensation practices. If you have questions about our compensation approach, please don't hesitate to ask during the interview process.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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