Senior Corporate Counsel, Technology and Vendor Contracts

About the Role The Senior Corporate Counsel, Technology and Vendor Contracts will report to the attorney responsible for UKG’s procurement and other inbound (non-customer) agreements. This role is designed for a highly experienced, business‑oriented attorney who can independently manage complex vendor transactions while driving innovation in contract processes, including through the use of AI and automation to enhance efficiency. Key Responsibilities Review, draft, and negotiate complex inbound commercial agreements, including SaaS, software, consulting, licensing, and development agreements. Advise on non‑standard terms, risk allocation, and deal structure with sophisticated counterparties. Analyze and counsel internal stakeholders (including procurement, product, engineering, IT, security, and senior leadership) on legal, regulatory, and operational risks. Provide pragmatic, business‑aligned guidance on contractual obligations and key decisions. Support global vendor relationships, including technology providers. Advise on issues related to data privacy, cybersecurity, AI tools, and emerging technologies in vendor engagements. Lead initiatives to modernize and automate contracting processes, including evaluation and implementation of AI‑enabled tools. Develop and refine templates, playbooks, and workflows to improve speed, consistency, and scalability. Drive operational efficiency across the vendor contracting lifecycle (intake, negotiation, execution, and management). Partner with legal colleagues and cross‑functional stakeholders across all levels of the organization. Contribute to global consistency in contracting practices and support scalable legal operations. Identify and mitigate legal and regulatory risks, including those related to data protection, security, and evolving AI regulations. Stay current on relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends impacting vendor contracting. Basic Qualifications JD from an accredited U.S. law school. Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction. 7–12 years of relevant experience, including sophisticated commercial contract negotiation (technology/SaaS focus) and vendor/procurement‑side contracting (in‑house or law firm). Demonstrated experience advising on data privacy and security risks in contracts. Strong ability to operate independently and manage high‑volume, complex workstreams. Proven track record of improving legal processes and driving efficiencies. Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills. Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and deadline‑driven. Preferred Qualifications Experience at a large multinational company or top‑tier law firm. Familiarity with AI tools, contract lifecycle management (CLM) systems, and automation technologies. Experience implementing or optimizing legal tech solutions (e.g., ServiceNow, SharePoint, Power BI, or similar tools). Exposure to global vendor contracting. Ability to translate legal complexity into clear, actionable business guidance. Ideal Candidate Profile A hands‑on senior attorney who thrives as an individual contributor with deep expertise in technology transactions and vendor ecosystems. Forward‑thinking, with a strong interest in AI, automation, and legal operations transformation. Commercially minded, balancing risk with business objectives. Benefits The pay range for this position is $145,600 to $209,300. The actual base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job‑related knowledge and work location. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible to participate in a performance‑based bonus plan and to receive restricted stock unit awards as part of total compensation. Equal Opportunity Employer UKG is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, disability, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories. Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview Process For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email View email address on click.appcast.io. Compliance UKG participates in E-Verify. UKG is the policy of Ultimate Software to promote and assure equal employment opportunity for all current and prospective employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status and any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti‑discrimination laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr