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Summary
Deputy General Counsel
Upside is seeking an experienced attorney to serve as Deputy General Counsel. The Deputy General Counsel will report to the CFO to identify, develop, communicate, and monitor policies that will ensure compliance with law by the entire company. This is a great opportunity to join a small but growing legal team and to work on novel issues in an exciting, fast-paced environment!
What You'll Do:
- Oversee contract review and execution process for entire company
- Draft and negotiate commercial contracts with merchant partners, data providers, and vendors
- Provide legal advice across many subject areas, including contract law, privacy, data protection, consumer protection laws, and commercial litigation
- Work with and manage outside counsel
Competencies You'll Need:
- 12+ years of experience as a practicing attorney (including in house or at a law firm)
- Extensive experience and expertise with drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
- Experience with data privacy law is preferable
- Ability to handle major problems in practice areas with little or no supervision
- Sound business judgment and industry knowledge
- Experience managing client relationships with business leaders
- Experience in the technology industry is highly preferred
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines with consistently high-quality work product in a fast-paced environment
- Strong interpersonal skills with ability to interact effectively and work collaboratively with individuals at all levels
- High attention to detail with strong organizational skills and ability to work independently
- J.D. degree and membership in at least one US state bar
Location:
This hybrid role is based in our DC office. In-office attendance is required on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, and may increase based on project-based needs and changes to Upside's in-office policy over time.
Compensation:
The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $200,000 - $220,000 + equity + benefits. The final starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on Day 1
- Equity (ISOs)
- 401(k) program
- Family planning programs + paid parental leave
- Physical fitness and wellness memberships
- Emotional and mental health support programs
- Unlimited PTO + 10 paid federal holidays + our annual, week-long Winter Break
- Flexible work environment
- Lunch reimbursement for in-office employees
- Employee Resource Groups
- Learning and Development stipend
- Transparent culture
- Amazing mission!
Diversity and Inclusion:
Diversity drives innovation, and our differences make us stronger. We're passionate about building a workplace that represents a variety of backgrounds, skills, and perspectives, and we do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Everyone is welcome here!
If there's anything we can do to support a disability or special need during your application or interview process, please email accommodations@upside.com.
This email is for accessibility accommodations only, it should not be used to submit job applications.
Notice To Recruiters And Placement Agencies:
This is an in-house search with a dedicated recruiter. Please do not submit resumes to any person or email address at Upside. Upside is not liable for, and will not pay, placement fees for candidates submitted by any party or agency other than its approved recruitment partners.
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Job Description
Deputy General Counsel
Upside is seeking an experienced attorney to serve as Deputy General Counsel. The Deputy General Counsel will report to the CFO to identify, develop, communicate, and monitor policies that will ensure compliance with law by the entire company. This is a great opportunity to join a small but growing legal team and to work on novel issues in an exciting, fast-paced environment!
What You'll Do:
- Oversee contract review and execution process for entire company
- Draft and negotiate commercial contracts with merchant partners, data providers, and vendors
- Provide legal advice across many subject areas, including contract law, privacy, data protection, consumer protection laws, and commercial litigation
- Work with and manage outside counsel
Competencies You'll Need:
- 12+ years of experience as a practicing attorney (including in house or at a law firm)
- Extensive experience and expertise with drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
- Experience with data privacy law is preferable
- Ability to handle major problems in practice areas with little or no supervision
- Sound business judgment and industry knowledge
- Experience managing client relationships with business leaders
- Experience in the technology industry is highly preferred
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines with consistently high-quality work product in a fast-paced environment
- Strong interpersonal skills with ability to interact effectively and work collaboratively with individuals at all levels
- High attention to detail with strong organizational skills and ability to work independently
- J.D. degree and membership in at least one US state bar
Location:
This hybrid role is based in our DC office. In-office attendance is required on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, and may increase based on project-based needs and changes to Upside's in-office policy over time.
Compensation:
The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $200,000 - $220,000 + equity + benefits. The final starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on Day 1
- Equity (ISOs)
- 401(k) program
- Family planning programs + paid parental leave
- Physical fitness and wellness memberships
- Emotional and mental health support programs
- Unlimited PTO + 10 paid federal holidays + our annual, week-long Winter Break
- Flexible work environment
- Lunch reimbursement for in-office employees
- Employee Resource Groups
- Learning and Development stipend
- Transparent culture
- Amazing mission!
Diversity and Inclusion:
Diversity drives innovation, and our differences make us stronger. We're passionate about building a workplace that represents a variety of backgrounds, skills, and perspectives, and we do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Everyone is welcome here!
If there's anything we can do to support a disability or special need during your application or interview process, please email accommodations@upside.com.
This email is for accessibility accommodations only, it should not be used to submit job applications.
Notice To Recruiters And Placement Agencies:
This is an in-house search with a dedicated recruiter. Please do not submit resumes to any person or email address at Upside. Upside is not liable for, and will not pay, placement fees for candidates submitted by any party or agency other than its approved recruitment partners.
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