Corporate Counsel
Austin, TX - USA
Job Summary
Who is Forcepoint
Forcepoint simplifies security for global businesses and governments. Forcepoints all-in-one truly cloud-native platform makes it easy to adopt Zero Trust and prevent the theft or loss of sensitive data and intellectual property no matter where people are working. 20 years in business. 2.7k employees. 150 countries. 11k customers. 300 patents. If our mission excites you youre in the right place; we want you to bring your own energy to help us create a safer world. All were missing is you!
In this Corporate Counsel position you will support Forcepoints global business operations as a member of the Commercial Contracts Team in the Forcepoint Legal Department. We are looking for a motivated curious attorney who brings a solid foundation in commercial contracts and legal negotiations and is eager to deepen their expertise and hone their craft in a dynamic fast-paced environment but is humble enough to ask questions and learn. You will perform a variety of legal services including the Key Responsibilities below with your primary focus on reviewing interpreting drafting revising and negotiating commercial contracts as well as advising the business on the operational impacts of agreed terms and ensuing relationships.
You will be expected to dig in and quickly develop expertise in Forcepoints Products business and go-to-market strategies and initiatives to support Forcepoints sales efforts while working directly with end user customers and through Forcepoints channel network. This will include leading contractual negotiations and advising account teams on legal strategy. However the Forcepoint legal team is a fluid and collaborative organization. You will also be expected to assist with Supplier-side contracts including Supplier services agreements real estate leases supply chain contracts and software EULAs and related service agreements for Forcepoints internal use.
At all times we expect you to exercise sound legal judgment within defined internal policies and risk tolerances to determine appropriate action while producing high-quality work with quick turnaround times in a flexible and fast-paced environment in close collaboration with experienced team members.
Key Responsibilities
Review interpret draft revise and negotiate commercial contracts
Build productive internal and external professional relationships to find creative solutions and facilitate Forcepoints fulfillment of desired organizational objectives
Partner closely with various internal stakeholders to advise and strategize on business and legal issues as they arise
Collaborate with various business teams to develop assess and refine internal policies and procedures to achieve efficiencies and legal compliance across Forcepoints global organization
Actively learn and apply Forcepoints unique policies practices and risk tolerances to deliver consistent and well-calibrated legal advice
Identify and analyze issues that require escalation to appropriate subject matter experts and effectively facilitate their engagement
Recognize and perform other duties and projects as needed and assigned
Required Qualifications and Skills
Location: Hybrid in office (Austin Texas)
J.D. from an accredited institution
U.S. State Bar member in good standing and eligible to practice
Minimum 3 years of in-house legal experience in the computer technology industry at a multinational technology company performing responsibilities consistent with those described above
Based in Austin TX
Intellectually curious and motivated with a continuous drive to learn refine and deepen expertise in commercial contracts legal strategy and technology
Resourceful with creative approaches to problem solving
Organized with excellent analytical communication and writing skills
Capable of effectively prioritizing and managing multiple projects in a high-energy environment
Collaborative in a team setting with the ability to build strong working relationships across functions
Preferred Qualifications and Skills
Experience with privacy and security matters relating to technology transactions and commercial contracts
Familiarity with Microsoft Office DocuSign and Salesforce
Comfort and experience working with A.I. tools and technologies
Forcepoint is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range and variable compensation for this role is 120000.00 - 150000.00 and represents the low and high end of compensation for this position. Actual salaries are determined by various factors including but not limited to location experience and listed is just one component of Forcepoints total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include bonuses paid time off policy and many region-specific benefits
Dont meet every single qualification Studies show people are hesitant to apply if they dont meet all requirements listed in a job posting. Forcepoint is focused on building an inclusive and diverse workplace so if there is something slightly different about your previous experience but it otherwise aligns and youre excited about this role we encourage you to apply. You could be a great candidate for this or other roles on our team.
The policy of Forcepoint is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race color creed religion sex sexual orientation gender identity marital status citizenship status age national origin ancestry disability veteran status or any other legally protected status and to affirmatively seek to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity.
Forcepoint is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including job seekers with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Companys career webpage as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to .
Forcepoint is a Federal Contractor. Certain positions with Forcepoint require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be U.S. Persons as defined in these regulations. Generally a U.S. Person is a U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.
Applicants must have the right to work in the location to which you have applied.
About Company
Protect sensitive data everywhere work happens. Forcepoint unifies DSPM, DLP and DDR to prevent breaches, reduce AI risk and stop data loss.