Senior Counsel

At PDI Technologies, we empower some of the world's leading convenience retail and petroleum brands with cutting-edge technology solutions that drive growth and operational efficiency.By “Connecting Convenience” across the globe, we empower businesses to increase productivity, make more informed decisions, and engage faster with customers through loyalty programs, shopper insights, and unmatched real-time market intelligence via mobile applications, such as GasBuddy. We’re a global team committed to excellence, collaboration, and driving real impact. Explore our opportunities and become part of a company that values diversity, integrity, and growth.

Role Overview

You will serve as a senior legal advisor, providing practical, business-oriented counsel across a broad range of corporate and commercial matters. You will partner with business leaders and cross-functional teams to navigate complex legal issues, structure and negotiate agreements, assess risk, and support strategic business initiatives. This role requires strong legal judgment, the ability to independently manage complex matters, and a solutions-oriented approach that balances business objectives with appropriate legal protections.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal counsel to business leaders and cross-functional teams on complex corporate, commercial, and operational matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of agreements, including technology, vendor, partnership, licensing, services, and other business agreements.
• Advise on legal and commercial risks related to contractual terms, intellectual property, data privacy, information security, liability, indemnification, warranties, and other key provisions.
• Provide legal guidance on new business initiatives, products, partnerships, and other strategic projects.
• Partner internally to address legal considerations and support business objectives.
• Independently manage complex legal matters from initial assessment through resolution, identifying appropriate escalation points as needed.
• Provide guidance on contract interpretation, disputes, business obligations, and risk mitigation.
• Contribute to the development of contract templates, playbooks, policies, and legal processes that support consistent and efficient legal practices.
• Identify emerging legal and regulatory risks and provide practical recommendations to business stakeholders.
• Support corporate transactions, organizational initiatives, and other strategic projects as needed.
• Manage relationships with outside counsel and other external legal resources with appropriate attention to quality, responsiveness, efficiency, and cost.
• Stay current on relevant laws, regulations, and industry developments and assess their potential impact on the business.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar.
• 6+ years of progressive legal experience, including experience in a law firm and/or corporate legal department.
• Experience supporting technology, software, SaaS, or similarly complex businesses preferred.
• Significant experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
• Strong understanding of commercial contracting, intellectual property, privacy, security, and other legal issues relevant to technology businesses.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex legal matters and provide practical, risk-based legal advice.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to understand business objectives and translate legal considerations into actionable guidance.
• Collaborative approach and demonstrated ability to develop effective working relationships with senior leaders, sales teams, product and technology teams, and other stakeholders .
• Strong written and oral communication, negotiation, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent judgment with the ability to identify significant legal risks and appropriately elevate matters.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and complex matters in a fast-paced environment.

PDI is committed to offering a well-rounded benefits program, designed to support and care for you, and your family throughout your life and career. This includes a competitive salary, market-competitive benefits, and a quarterly perks program. We encourage a good work-life balance with ample time off [time away] and, where appropriate, hybrid working arrangements. Employees have access to continuous learning, professional certifications, and leadership development opportunities. Our global culture fosters diversity, inclusion, and values authenticity, trust, curiosity, and diversity of thought, ensuring a supportive environment for all.