Sr. Corporate Counsel

OpenGov
parental leave, 401(k)
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
Mar 06, 2025
OpenGov is the leader in AI-enabled software for cities, counties, state agencies, and special districts. With a mission to power more effective and accountable government, OpenGov serves more than 2,000 communities across the United States. OpenGov is built exclusively for the unique asset management, permitting and licensing, procurement, tax and revenue, budgeting and planning, and financial management needs of the public sector. The OpenGov platform empowers organizations to operate more efficiently, adapt to change, and strengthen trust in the communities they serve. Learn more or request a demo at opengov.com OpenGov is seeking a dynamic and experienced attorney to join our Legal Team! Reporting to the Associate General Counsel, Commercial & Employment, the Sr. Corporate Counsel will play a key role in driving business success by drafting and negotiating a variety of commercial technology agreements, managing risk, and supporting M&A activity. This position involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Security, and Revenue Operations, in a fast-paced and innovative environment. The role offers significant opportunities to impact OpenGov's growth and help scale our legal infrastructure to meet evolving business needs. Responsibilities: Lead Contract Negotiations: Drive strategic and efficient negotiations for SaaS subscription, professional services, vendor, and partnership agreements with a focus on relationship building. Stakeholder Collaboration: Develop strong cross-functional relationships, acting as a trusted legal advisor to support company initiatives and developing creative solutions for complex business needs. Provide Legal Guidance: Advise on key legal matters, including data privacy, intellectual property, compliance, and procurement, to ensure business operations align with applicable laws and policies. Improve Legal Processes: Continuously refine contract templates, agreements, and legal operations to enhance scalability and efficiency. Mergers & Acquisitions Support: Assist in due diligence and legal review of potential acquisitions. Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate risks by conducting thorough reviews and analyses of agreements and policies. Requirements and Preferred Experience: J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school; active membership in at least one U.S. state bar. 9+ years of hands-on generalist experience. Expertise in drafting and negotiating SaaS agreements. Preferred experience includes: government procurement, employment law, product counseling, and data privacy. Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities. Ability to exercise independent judgment and evaluate unique business challenges with creative solutions. Collaborative mindset with a commitment to cross-functional teamwork. High level of integrity, business ethics, and a strong work ethic. Passionate about OpenGov's mission to power more effective and accountable government. On target ranges above include base plus a portion of variable compensation that is earned based on company and individual performance. The final compensation will be determined by a number of factors such as qualifications, expertise, and the candidate's geographical location. Why OpenGov? A Mission That Matters At OpenGov, public service is personal. We are passionate about our mission to power more effective and accountable government. Government that operates efficiently, adapts to change, and strengthens public trust. Some people say this is boring. We think it's the core of our democracy. Opportunity to Innovate The next great wave of innovation is unfolding with AI, and it will impact everything-from the way we work to the way governments interact with their residents. Join a trusted team with the passion, technology, and expertise to drive innovation and bring AI to local government. We've touched 2,000 communities so far, and we're just getting started. A Team of Passionate, Driven People This isn't your typical 9-to-5 job; we operate in a fast-paced, results-driven environment where impact matters more than simply clocking in and out. Our global team of 800+ employees is united in our commitment to challenge the status quo. OpenGov is headquartered in San Francisco and has offices in Atlanta, Boston, Buenos Aires, Chicago, Dubuque, Plano, and Pune. A Place to Make Your Mark We pride ourselves on our performance-based culture, where every employee is encouraged to jump in head-first and take action to help us improve. If you have a great idea, we want to hear it. Excellent performance is recognized and rewarded, and we love to promote from within. Benefits That Work for You Enjoy an award-winning workplace with the benefits to match, including: - Comprehensive healthcare options for individuals and families. - Flexible vacation policy and paid company holidays - 401(k) with company match - Paid parental leave, wellness stipends, and HSA contributions - Professional development and growth opportunities - A collaborative office environment with weekly catered lunches