Corporate Counsel

Position Overview onPhase, a leading provider of financial automation and payment solutions, is seeking a detail-oriented and business-minded Corporate Counsel to join our team. This role will focus heavily on commercial contracting while also serving as a key partner to thebusiness by supporting customer and vendor agreements and helping manage legal risk. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, is comfortable managing a high volume of agreements, and has the ability to draft, review, and negotiate contracts while balancing legal considerations with business objectives. Key Responsibilities • Draft, review, and negotiate a high volume of customer-facing and revenue-generating agreements, including SaaS agreements, Services Agreements, Statements of Work, order forms, and Non-Disclosure Agreements, as well as vendor contracts. • Independently manage the full contract lifecycle, including redlining, negotiation, and execution of agreements. • Partner closely with Sales and Revenue Operations teams to support deal structuring, contract negotiations, and timely deal closure. • Provide clear, practical guidance on contract terms, including liability, indemnification, payment terms, and service levels, balancing risk with business objectives. • Lead contract negotiations with customers, vendors, and partners, driving agreements to resolution in a timely manner. • Support efforts to improve contract turnaround time and streamline contracting workflows to accelerate the sales cycle. • Identify and assess legal and business risks in agreements and recommend appropriate solutions. • Assist with compliance-related matters, including data privacy and security considerations. • Maintain organized documentation and support contract and legal record management. • Provide training and guidance to internal stakeholders on contracting best practices. • Support the management of outside counsel as needed for specialized legal matters. • Assist with additional legal and business initiatives as the company continues to grow. Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school. Active bar membership in good standing. 2-4 years of experience in commercial contracting (law firm or in-house). Demonstrated ability to independently draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements. Experience handling a high volume of contracts in a fast-paced environment. Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain legal concepts clearly to non-legal stakeholders. Ability to balance legal risk with business objectives in a practical and solutions-oriented manner. Preferred Qualifications Experience in a SaaS, fintech, or technology company. Familiarity with subscription-based business models. Exposure to data privacy and security requirements. Experience working with contract lifecycle management (CLM) tools.