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Five9Senior Corporate Counsel – Legal Transactions
Five9, a provider of cloud contact center software, is seeking a Senior Corporate Counsel – Legal Transactions to join its business-focused Transactions team. This position reports…
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Five9, a provider of cloud contact center software, is seeking a Senior Corporate Counsel – Legal Transactions to join its business-focused Transactions team. This position reports directly to the VP of Legal Transactions and collaborates closely with Sales leadership, Sales Operations, Product, Compliance, Procurement, and Finance. The role focuses on closing complex commercial deals quickly while addressing data privacy, security, and artificial intelligence matters. This professional will handle high-volume contract…
Job Description
Five9, a provider of cloud contact center software, is seeking a Senior Corporate Counsel – Legal Transactions to join its business-focused Transactions team. This position reports directly to the VP of Legal Transactions and collaborates closely with Sales leadership, Sales Operations, Product, Compliance, Procurement, and Finance. The role focuses on closing complex commercial deals quickly while addressing data privacy, security, and artificial intelligence matters.
This professional will handle high-volume contract negotiations for mid-market clients and large global enterprises alike. Responsibilities include drafting agreements, resolving regulatory queries, and creating negotiation playbooks to increase deal velocity. The company values an inclusive workplace culture that celebrates diversity and supports individual authenticity.
The role is preferably based in the San Francisco Bay Area, Dallas, Texas, or the East Coast, with hybrid options available for individuals working out of the San Ramon or Dallas offices three days per week (Tuesday through Thursday), alongside remote arrangements for qualified candidates.
Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and negotiate various agreements including master services, data processing, partner and reseller, business associate, end user license, service level, and confidentiality contracts
- Lead complex deal negotiations with customers and partners across all scales, ranging from mid-market accounts to major global enterprises
- Advise cross-functional departments on business and legal matters concerning data usage, privacy, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and regulations
- Formulate practical solutions that safeguard company interests while accelerating deal closures in a fast-paced environment
- Develop and update contract templates, negotiation playbooks, and frequently asked questions to boost team deal velocity
Requirements
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
- Active membership in good standing with a minimum of one U.S. state bar
- At least 7 years of combined experience working in law firms and in-house legal departments
- Minimum of 4 years of in-house experience drafting and negotiating complex technology agreements within a rapid sales setting
- Demonstrated experience negotiating SaaS, cloud, and other technology contracts
- Prior experience handling data privacy matters within commercial agreements
- Background in negotiating AI-related contract terms encompassing data use, training rights, output ownership, and regulatory compliance
- Track record of managing multiple concurrent negotiations and projects in a fast-moving atmosphere
Qualifications
- Familiarity with telecommunications, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance obligations in commercial contracts
- Background supporting product teams regarding AI-driven and data-focused features
- Knowledge of HIPAA, GDPR, SOC 2, CCPA, CPRA, and other U.S. privacy laws
- Understanding of cloud enterprise business processes such as go-to-market, finance, and customer experience
- Experience enhancing contract lifecycle management and legal operations at high-growth technology companies
- Familiarity utilizing AI tools to expedite contract review, drafting, and negotiation
Core Skills
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance starting on the first day of employment, with 100% employer coverage for the employee portion and shared dependent costs
- Short and long-term disability coverage along with basic life insurance
- 401(k) savings plan featuring employer matching contributions
- Access to a mental health support platform offering coaching, therapy, and mindfulness exercises for employees and covered dependents
- Employee stock purchase plan and potential annual performance bonuses, stock, or other incentive compensation
- Paid time off, company holidays, paid volunteer hours, and 12 weeks of paid parental leave
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What is the salary range for the Senior Corporate Counsel position?
The U.S. base salary range for this role is $119,000 to $221,000 per year, with actual compensation determined by skills, experience, certifications, and location, and potential additions including bonuses or stock.
Where is this job located and is it remote?
The role is preferably based in the San Francisco Bay Area, Dallas, Texas, or on the East Coast, with hybrid or remote arrangements considered. Hybrid employees work from the San Ramon or Dallas office three days a week from Tuesday through Thursday.
What experience is required for this role?
Candidates must hold a Juris Doctor from an accredited law school, maintain an active U.S. state bar membership, possess at least 7 years of combined law firm and in-house experience, and have 4 or more years of in-house experience drafting complex technology agreements.
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