Senior Assistant General Counsel - IP and Technology Transactions
Company: Social Finance (SoFi)
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: November 11, 2024
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Job Description:
Who we are:
Shape a brighter financial future with us.
Together with our members, we're changing the way people think
about and interact with personal finance.
We're a next-generation financial services company and national
bank using innovative, mobile-first technology to help our millions
of members reach their goals. The industry is going through an
unprecedented transformation, and we're at the forefront. We're
proud to come to work every day knowing that what we do has a
direct impact on people's lives, with our core values guiding us
every step of the way. Join us to invest in yourself, your career,
and the financial world.
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced attorney to join our Galileo legal
team and play a crucial role in navigating complex legal issues
surrounding our SaaS offerings and technology transactions. The
ideal candidate will have a proven track record of drafting and
negotiating sophisticated agreements related to intellectual
property, technology licensing, data privacy, and commercial
transactions. This role demands a strategic thinker who can provide
insightful legal counsel while collaborating effectively with
cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities:
Drafting and Negotiating Agreements:
Structure, draft, and negotiate a wide range of agreements,
including SaaS subscription agreements, software licenses,
technology partnerships, IP licensing, and data processing
agreements.
Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including
data privacy and security requirements (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
Develop and maintain template agreements for efficient and
consistent contract management.
Intellectual Property (IP) Counseling:
Provide strategic guidance on IP protection, enforcement, and
commercialization strategies.
Advise on copyright, trademark, trade secret, and patent matters in
the context of software and technology transactions.
Manage IP portfolio and conduct due diligence in M&A and other
corporate transactions.
Technology Transactions:
Support the development, commercialization, and licensing of
technology and IP assets.
Structure and negotiate complex transactions involving software,
e-commerce, fintech, and media content.
Advise on technology-related regulatory and compliance issues.
Data Privacy and Security:
Stay abreast of evolving data privacy laws and regulations.
Ensure contractual arrangements adequately address data privacy and
security risks.
Assist in developing and implementing data privacy policies and
procedures.
General Legal Counsel:
Provide legal support on a range of matters related to SaaS
offerings, technology transactions, and general business
operations.
Work closely with cross-functional teams (e.g., product,
engineering, sales) to address legal issues and mitigate risks.
Stay updated on legal and industry developments relevant to the
company's business.
Qualifications and Experience:
J.D. degree from an accredited law school and admission to at least
one state bar.
7+ years of legal experience with a focus on SaaS, technology
transactions, and intellectual property.
Strong understanding of software licensing, open source software,
cloud computing, and data privacy laws.
Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced
environment.
Sound business judgment and strategic thinking skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in the technology or SaaS industry, including artificial
intelligence.
Familiarity with international data privacy regulations.
CIPP/US or other relevant privacy certifications.
Compensation and Benefits
The base pay range for this role is listed below. Final base pay
offer will be determined based on individual factors such as the
candidate's experience, skills, and location.
To view all of our comprehensiveand competitivebenefits, visit
ourpage!
SoFi provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees
and applicants for employment without regard to race, color,
religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex
(including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions,
breastfeeding, and conditions related to breastfeeding), gender,
gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age
(40 or over), physical or medical disability, medical condition,
marital status, registered domestic partner status, sexual
orientation, genetic information, military and/or veteran status,
or any other basis prohibited by applicable state or federal
law.
The Company hires the best qualified candidate for the job, without
regard to protected characteristics.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will
consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and
conviction records.
SoFi is committed to embracing diversity. As part of this
commitment, SoFi offers reasonable accommodations to candidates
with physical or mental disabilities. If you need accommodations to
participate in the job application or interview process, please let
your recruiter know or email
Due to insurance coverage issues, we are unable to accommodate
remote work from Hawaii or Alaska at this time.
Internal Employees
If you are a current employee, do not apply here - please navigate
to our Internal Job Board in Greenhouse to apply to our open
roles.
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