Corporate Counsel

15Five is a strategic performance management platform that helps businesses and their people thrive by turning insights into action. It empowers HR leaders with data-driven recommendations, equips managers to drive change, and boosts engagement, performance, and retention. The platform combines generative AI, custom analytics, and human-centered design in one solution, offering 360° reviews, engagement surveys, goal and OKR tracking, manager coaching, and ongoing feedback tools like guided 1-on-1s and check-ins. A career at 15Five is more than a job, it’s a culture of personal and professional growth. We’re a fully remote, high-purpose, high-performance team that values meaningful connections and celebrates diverse experiences. ROLE This role will serve as 15Five’s in-house Corporate Counsel and primary legal partner to the business. The Corporate Counsel will own and scale core legal operations, including customer and vendor contracting, privacy and data protection, regulatory compliance, and cross-functional legal support. This role will balance risk management with business enablement while partnering closely with Sales, Finance, Security, IT, HR, and external counsel. Outcomes

Own and manage the contract lifecycle process: Manage customer contract reviews, negotiations and deviations, including MSAs, DPAs, SLAs, NDAs, and order forms. Gather internal feedback in the customer contracting process; work with Sales, Finance, and Customer Success teams to identify customer requests and determine the best approach to meeting customer needs. Review and implement ways to increase efficiency in the contract workflow process. Bubble up consistent contracting issues for discussion and resolutionReview and respond to legal requests for customer and vendor agreements . Enforce organizational contract policies and procedures. Assist in the evaluation and updating of company document templates such as Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policies, etc.

Own privacy, data protection, and security-related legal matters: Review and manage DPAs and privacy-related contractual terms. Advise on data protection obligations, including but not limited to GDPR, CCPA, & the EU AI Act. Partner with Security and Compliance teams on SOC 2 requirements and audits. Support required compliance training initiatives.

Lead regulatory and compliance initiatives: Monitor and advise on evolving regulations impacting SaaS, AI, HR technology, privacy, and employment data. Partner cross-functionally to ensure compliance obligations are understood and met.

Provide corporate, HR, IP, and operational legal support: Coordinate with Finance on insurance policies and broker relationships. Support corporate governance matters. Manage legal aspects of leases and subleases. Provide guidance on independent contractor agreements, including domestic and international engagements. Coordinate with external IP counsel on trademarks, patents, and intellectual property strategy.

Serve as a strategic legal partner to the organization: Provide practical, business-focused legal advice to Sales, Finance, HR, Product, and Operations teams. Partner with outside counsel on employment, IP, and specialized legal matters. Build and document scalable legal processes that enable growth while managing risk. Complete additional projects as requested based on business needs.

Competencies

Contract Drafting and Negotiation: The ability to draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents to protect the company's interests. This competency should include the ability to spot issues and recommend practical business-focused solutions. 

Legal Knowledge: A deep understanding of the relevant areas of law, including contract law, privacy law, employment law, intellectual property law, corporate law, and regulatory compliance; making sure the individual stays up-to-date with applicable laws and regulations, including those affecting Artificial Intelligence, and ensuring that the company complies with them. This includes industry-specific regulations and international laws if the company operates globally. As well as familiarity with the industry in which the company operates and an understanding of the specific legal challenges and regulations within that industry. 

Organization and Prioritization: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, demonstrating perseverance, humor, and dedication while displaying a strong backbone when needed. Understand how to balance competing priorities. Comfortable in a high-growth start-up environment. High level of attention to detail with excellent organizational skills and dedication to accuracy. 

Problem Solving: The ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide practical, business-oriented solutions.

Desired Experience

10+ years of relevant legal experience, preferably with 6+ years in-house

Experience negotiating with customers and working directly with sales teams, preferably in the SaaS industry

J.D. or equivalent degree from accredited law school

Active member of the bar in at least one state in the United States

Schedule/Work Location

This is a full-time, salaried exempt position. The typical work week will be Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:00 am and 6:00 pm (flexible), working an expected 40+ hours/week.

Ability to accommodate early-morning or after-hours meetings at least 4 days a week is a must due to collaboration across various time zones.