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 the business 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.