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TwilioCounsel, Commercial
Twilio operates a communications platform that builds customer engagement solutions and developer tools. The company is hiring a remote Counsel, Commercial to assist the expanding commercial…
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Twilio operates a communications platform that builds customer engagement solutions and developer tools. The company is hiring a remote Counsel, Commercial to assist the expanding commercial legal department in supporting the Go-to-Market Sales team. This role centers on managing enterprise sales deals through their complete negotiation lifecycle, drafting agreements, and offering practical legal guidance. The position suits an attorney with commercial transactions experience who can communicate complex legal risks clearly…
Job Description
Twilio operates a communications platform that builds customer engagement solutions and developer tools. The company is hiring a remote Counsel, Commercial to assist the expanding commercial legal department in supporting the Go-to-Market Sales team.
This role centers on managing enterprise sales deals through their complete negotiation lifecycle, drafting agreements, and offering practical legal guidance. The position suits an attorney with commercial transactions experience who can communicate complex legal risks clearly to non-lawyers and manage a heavy workload efficiently.
Twilio functions as a remote-first organization with a global culture, though staff may occasionally gather in person for team meetings, off-sites, or client sessions. The company is dedicated to equal opportunity employment.
Responsibilities
- Review, negotiate, draft, and manage various legal agreements
- Counsel internal clients regarding contract interpretation and negotiation
- Ensure adherence to compliance policies to safeguard the organization from risk while complying with applicable laws and corporate values
- Address customer positions and internal client requests with a problem-solving approach
- Prioritize workflow and issues based on business necessity
Requirements
- Strong academic credentials and a demonstrated track record of success as a lawyer
- Active bar admission and good standing, or authorized practice status in the relevant state or province
- At least five years of commercial transactions experience, with a minimum of three years negotiating complex technology agreements like SaaS
- Background supporting a large sales organization
- Proficiency in structuring, drafting, and negotiating high-volume commercial contracts including Master Services Agreements and Non-Disclosure Agreements
- Ability to provide pragmatic, business-oriented legal advice balancing risk and reward
- Skill in explaining complex legal concepts clearly to non-lawyers
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Fluency in reading, writing, and communicating in Spanish
Core Skills
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Generous time off
- Ample parental and wellness leave
- Healthcare insurance
- Retirement savings program including a 401(k)
- Paid sick time and personal time off
- Corporate bonus plan eligibility
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is this position remote?
Yes, this role is remote, though employees may occasionally need to travel in person for project meetings, team gatherings, functional off-sites, or client sessions. However, the posting notes that the position is not eligible to be hired in CA, CT, NJ, NY, PA, WA for certain applicant pools.
What are the core experience requirements for the Counsel, Commercial role?
Candidates must have strong academic credentials, active bar admission or authorized practice status, at least five years of commercial transactions experience (with at least three years negotiating complex technology transactions like SaaS), and fluency in Spanish.
What is the employment type?
The posting indicates a full-time employment type.
What is the salary for this position?
The exact salary is not stated for all regions, but estimated pay ranges are provided for specific locations. For example, based in Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Vermont, or Washington D.C., the range is $155,520 - $194,400.
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