Senior Legal Counsel - Commercial Legal

Sage • United States, United States • 2d ago

Job Description:

We're looking for a commercially minded Legal Counsel to partner with our North America business, providing first-line legal support across strategic priorities, GTM activities, and business units. In this key role, you'll deliver pragmatic legal advice across functions, while also supporting international, cross-border initiatives where needed-leading on legal support when required. You'll work closely with colleagues across our International Legal Team to ensure legal risks are managed in line with policies, and to deliver consistent, scalable legal outcomes. A growth mindset is essential, as you'll help drive continuous improvement in legal service delivery at Sage. You'll also play a leadership role, providing guidance, support, and escalation oversight to other Legal Counsel in North America and beyond, as well as colleagues in our Legal Services Centre. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

This is a hybrid opportunity, based 3 days out of our Ponce City Market office, Atlanta.

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Key Responsibilities:

What will you be doing:

We're looking for a commercially focused Legal Counsel to deliver high-quality, timely legal support across all aspects of Sage's North America operations, with a strong emphasis on go-to-market initiatives and legal compliance. You'll collaborate closely with international legal colleagues on cross-border projects, helping to ensure consistent, scalable legal delivery worldwide. A key part of your role will be reviewing, drafting, and negotiating complex, tech-focused agreements while supporting Sage's legal compliance strategy. You'll act as a second-line escalation point for our Legal Services Centre (LSC), guiding and mentoring less experienced team members, and driving innovation and continuous improvement in legal service delivery. You'll also prepare and deliver business enablement materials and contribute to a cohesive, high-performing legal team culture. This is a dynamic role with opportunities to lead on international projects and make a significant impact across the global legal function.

What are we looking for?

We're looking for a commercially minded legal professional with strong experience delivering pragmatic, outcome-driven legal advice-ideally within a technology environment. You'll bring solid technical skills in commercial law, including drafting and negotiation, gained in-house or in private practice. Comfortable with IP and data privacy matters, you'll communicate complex legal concepts clearly to support data-driven business decisions. You'll thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment, juggling multiple priorities while collaborating across teams and borders. With a growth mindset and a passion for innovation, you'll actively seek ways to improve and scale legal service delivery. You'll provide high-quality legal support on complex projects, while also contributing to team development through mentoring or coaching. Experience working with AI, ML, or fintech providers is a plus. Candidates must be degree-educated, have completed law school, and be admitted attorneys with at least 2 years' post-qualification experience.

What's in it for you?

Competitive annual bonuses

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement match (100% matching up to 4%)

32 days paid time off (22 personal days & 10 national holidays)

18 weeks of paid parental leave (offered 1 year after the start date)

Work Away Program: Opportunity to work & play for 10 weeks from another country (Sage-approved list)

Sage Foundation: 5 days paid yearly to volunteer

$5,250 tuition reimbursement per calendar year starting 6 months after the hire date

Sage Wellness Rewards Program ($600 wellness credit and $360 fitness reimbursement annually)

Function:

Legal

Country:

United States

Office Location:

Atlanta

Work Place @type:

Hybrid

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