Staff Counsel

Our world is transforming, and PTC is leading the way. Our software brings the physical and digital worlds together, enabling companies to improve operations, create better products, and empower people in all aspects of their business. Our people make all the difference in our success. Today, we are a global team of nearly 7,000 and our main objective is to create opportunities for our team members to explore, learn, and grow – all while seeing their ideas come to life and celebrating the differences that make us who we are and the work we do possible. Staff CounselReports to: Senior Corporate CounselLocation: Boston, MA – hybrid Position OverviewThe Staff Counsel position is primarily responsible for supporting our Sales and Procurement organizations by drafting and negotiating complex technology agreements and assisting in the management of the company’s standard terms and conditions documents. You will work closely with the Company’s Sales, Finance, Commercial Desk, License Compliance, Procurement, and Security teams to help drive deals with PTC’s customers and vendors and ensure consistent application of corporate policies and procedures. You will also have responsibility for supporting our Dispute Resolution and Litigation teams in this role and be tasked with working alongside more senior members of the legal team to actively drive disputes towards resolution. Your Day-To-Day:Support the Sales organization in the contracting process with customersReview, draft, and advise others on a wide range of technology agreements such as cloud/SaaS agreements, software license agreements, partner agreements, professional services agreements, and security agreementsSupport internal business teams in structuring and negotiating agreements with vendorsServe as a point of contact across internal PTC organizations, including Sales, Commercial Desk, Finance, Marketing, Channel, and ProcurementProvide legal counsel to business colleagues on legal questions relating to various business issues, including identifying legal risks associated with contracts and providing advice to manage those risksSupport the Dispute Resolution team, including providing legal counsel to stakeholders related to active or potential disputes, and playing a significant role in driving disputes toward resolutionSupport the Litigation team, including respond to subpoenas, assist with eDiscovery-related projects, conduct legal research, assist senior lawyers with active litigation matters, and play a lead role in litigation reporting initiativesOpportunity to support other legal department projects and initiatives as the need arisesBasic Qualifications:Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree1-3 years of dedicated contract negotiation experience, with experience in SaaS agreements and technology licensing strongly preferredA genuine interest in litigation and dispute resolution; prior experience preferred but not requiredRequired Experience/Qualifications:Membership in good standing of the Massachusetts Bar or other U.S. state bar associationsClear, concise, written and oral communication skills; strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact comfortably with senior stakeholdersAbility to work as a team-player in a global organizationExceptional judgment, organizational skills, and attention to detailStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to work independently and manage multiple priorities, and to provide timely and practical legal advice in a fast-paced and dynamic business environmentWillingness to take on additional responsibilities and participate in projects as neededThis is a hybrid role, requiring 2-3 days per week on-site in the Boston officePTC carefully considers a wide variety of factors when determining compensation. The anticipated annual salary range for this position is between $104,000 - 145,000. The salary range reflects a good-faith estimate of compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on a candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Additionally, candidates may be eligible for a performance-based bonus. Employees also have the opportunity to become a PTC shareholder through our employee share purchase program (ESPP), which allows for the purchase of discounted PTC stock. Certain roles may also be eligible for participation in our equity programs. Employees may be eligible for medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and sick leave, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) contributions and employer match, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage and, if you are an office-assigned employee, a generous commuter subsidy. All total rewards and benefits programs are subject to applicable plan eligibility and other terms and conditions. For more information about PTC’s comprehensive benefits, please visit our Careers Page. PTC recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. At PTC, we believe in the power of diverse ideas and perspectives. As a global company that values and respects all identities, cultures, and perspectives, we strive to create an inclusive PTC for ALL through an environment where everyone feels like they belong and are empowered to bring their true, authentic selves to work. Proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and hire without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, ethnicity, ancestry, marital status, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.For more information about PTC’s comprehensive benefits and our AI usage, please visit our Careers Page ( Applications will be accepted on an on-going basis until the opportunity is filled.PTC endeavors to make ptc.com/careers accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact PTC's Talent Acquisition team at View email address on click.appcast.io. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.Life at PTC is about more than working with today’s most cutting-edge technologies to transform the physical world. It’s about showing up as you are and working alongside some of today’s most talented industry leaders to transform the world around you. If you share our passion for problem-solving through innovation, you’ll likely become just as passionate about the PTC experience as we are. Are you ready to explore your next career move with us?We respect the privacy rights of individuals and are committed to handling Personal Information responsibly and in accordance with all applicable privacy and data protection laws. Review our Privacy Policy here."SummaryLocation: Boston, MA, USAType: Full time