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Pax8 is the leading cloud-based technology marketplace, simplifying the cloud journey for our partners by integrating technology, business intelligence and proactive service to deliver an unparalleled experience. Serving thousands of partners through the indirect sales channel, our mission is to be the world’s favorite place to buy cloud products. We are a fast-growing, dynamic and high-energy startup organization, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on the business. Culture is important to us, and at Pax8, it’s business, and it IS personal. We are passionate, creative and humorously offbeat. We work hard, keep it fun, and expect the best.
We Elev8 each other. We Advoc8 for our partners. We Innov8 continuously. We Celebr8 life.
No matter who you are, Pax8 is a place you can call home. We know there’s no such thing as a “perfect" candidate, so we don’t look for the right "fit" – instead, we look for the add. We encourage you to apply for a role at Pax8 even if you don’t meet 100% of the bullet points. We believe in cultivating an environment with a diversity of perspectives, in hopes that we can all thrive in an inclusive environment.
We are only as great as our people. And we have great people all over the world. No matter where you live and work, you’re a part of the Pax8 team. This means embracing hybrid- and remote-work whenever possible.
Position Summary:
The Sr. Director of Commercial Legal plays a pivotal role in scaling the legal function at Pax8. They are responsible for executing the goals and priorities of the commercial legal function and ensuring that business results align with our organization’s objectives. The Sr. Director collaborates closely with cross-functional stakeholders and other members of the legal team to ensure a cohesive and global approach to commercial legal matters at Pax8. They leverage their expertise in commercial agreements and technology-related transactions to make a significant impact on a rapidly growing company through strategic initiatives. The Sr. Director drafts, reviews, and negotiates a diverse range of cutting-edge commercial agreements and implements scalable processes and procedures, while providing strategic legal advice to our dynamic internal teams.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Drive efforts to create and implement scalable approach to engagement with stakeholders in the Pax8 Marketplace.
- Build processes and structure for the global commercial legal team to ensure the team can support core activities and high priority work properly.
- Support our commerce, experience, revenue operations, finance, marketing, and procurement and sourcing functions.
- Work closely with business leadership to drive implementation of our strategy.
- Draft, review, negotiate, and interpret a wide variety of commercial agreements, including, but not limited to SaaS, software, and technology agreements, MSAs, SOWs, licensing agreement and MDF agreements.
- Develop and refine terms and conditions and standard contract forms.
- Manage and supervise a team of commercial lawyers and paralegals, ensuring high-quality work and professional development.
- Collaborate with other members of our global legal team, to ensure alignment and consistency.
- Monitor and advise on relevant legal developments, trends, and risks affecting the business and the industry.
- Build and improve processes and systems to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the commercial legal function.
Ideal Skills, Experience, and Competencies:
- At least ten (10) years of relevant legal experience in commercial agreements with a focus on technology-related agreements and transactions.
- Experience working at a law firm and in-house at a technology company.
- Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint.
- Experience using a CLM.
- Experience with Salesforce a plus.
- Excellent negotiation, drafting, and analytical skills.
- Demonstrated leadership, management, and problem-solving skills, with a proactive and business-oriented approach.
- Working knowledge of intellectual property law, cybersecurity, and data privacy.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities, with a proven ability to be a dedicated support partner for business leadership.
- Demonstrated ability to think strategically, balance business needs with legal risks and manage expectations of business leadership.
- Adaptable, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Required Education & Certifications:
- B.A./B.S. in a related field or equivalent work experience.
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from a top-tier law school and a current member in good standing with a State Bar.
Compensation:
- Qualified candidates can expect a salary beginning at $175,000 or more depending on experience
Expected Closing Date: 08/06/24
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*Note: Compensation is benchmarked on local Denver Metro area market rates. Qualified candidates in other locations can expect a salary package that may be adjusted based off applicable cost of wages in their respective location.
At Pax8 we believe that your Total Rewards should include a benefits package that shows how much we value our greatest assets. All FTE Pax8 people enjoy the following benefits:
- Non-Commissioned Bonus Plans or Variable Commission
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employer Paid Short & Long Term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance
- Flexible, Open Vacation
- Paid Sick Time Off
- Extended Leave for Life events
- RTD Eco Pass (For local Colorado Employees)
- Career Development Programs
- Stock Option Eligibility
- Employee-led Resource Groups
Pax8 is an EEOC Employer.
Equal Opportunities
Pax8 is an equal opportunities employer and welcome individuals who are in possession of the appropriate requirements to work within the country the role is based in. Offered individuals will be asked to undertake identity, security compliance and reference checks. Your privacy is important to us. Your data will be held in accordance with Data Privacy best practices and processed only in accordance with our recruiting processes.
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What We Do
Buy, sell, and manage cloud solutions with the marketplace that fuels your business.
Our born-in-the-cloud platform modernizes the channel’s cloud journey with consolidated billing, automated provisioning, and industry-leading PSA integrations. And our technology is backed by responsive support, educational offerings, and the resources you need to grow your cloud business.
Pax8 has displaced legacy distribution by connecting the channel ecosystem to our award-winning cloud marketplace. If you want to be successful with the cloud, you want to work with Pax8.
Why Work With Us
At Pax8, we tackle complex challenges, work hard, make time to celebrate, & give back. Being a part of the Pax8 team means being passionate about the quality of your work, caring about the people you serve, & capitalizing on opportunities to improve. It means having each other’s backs, never stopping until a problem's solved & having fun.
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