Sr. Commercial Counsel

KLDiscovery is a leading global provider of best-in-class eDiscovery, information governance, and data recovery solutions, serving AmLaw 100 firms, Fortune 500 corporations, and government agencies. Our technology-enabled services and software help these law firms, corporations and agencies solve complex data challenges. Our Nebula and RelOne platforms deliver SaaS-based legal technology underpinned by managed services and professional services. The company, with offices in 26 locations across 17 countries helps clients with their litigation, regulatory compliance, internal investigation and data recovery and management needs all around the world.

Serving clients for over 30 years, KLDiscovery offers data collection and forensic investigation, early case assessment, electronic discovery and data processing, application software and data hosting for web-based document reviews, and managed document review services. In addition, through its global Ontrack Data Recovery business, KLDiscovery delivers world-class data recovery, email extraction and restoration, data destruction and tape management.

KLDiscovery has been recognized as one of the fastest growing companies in North America by both Inc. Magazine (Inc. 5000) and Deloitte (Deloitte's Technology Fast 500.Additionally, KLDiscovery is an Orange-level Relativity Best in Service Partner, a Relativity Premium Hosting Partner and Relativity's 1st Service Provider partner, and maintains ISO/IEC 27001 Certified data centers.

This role will serve as a strategic advisor to KLDiscovery on commercial contracting, product launches, technology licensing, and the legal issues arising from our AI-enabled products and services. The position will work closely with cross-functional teams and will be empowered to provide proactive solutions and improvements to our operations. In addition, this role will have opportunities to support our international teams as well as grow and contribute to other legal disciplines within KLDiscovery as necessary, based on interest, and the needs of the business.

This is a fully remote position (must be based in the United States).

The role will provide day-to-day advice on a wide range of commercial and technology matters, including drafting and negotiating customer and vendor agreements, software and data licensing, and advising on the legal and regulatory issues raised by artificial intelligence products and features, forensic collections, data preservation and all other legal queries. The role interfaces regularly with our Sales, Product, Engineering, and Executive Management teams across the organization.

We offer competitive total compensation that includes base pay, bonus potential, inclusive benefits, wellness programs, and perks. We use market and industry data to inform pay decisions while considering geography and labor markets, individual experience, and business needs. Individual compensation will vary, although a reasonable estimate of the current annualized base pay range for this position is $160,000 to $195,000.

What You Will Do

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including software and technology licensing, SaaS, master services agreements, data processing agreements, and customer and vendor contracts.
• Provide legal counsel on the development, deployment, and commercialization of artificial intelligence and machine learning products and services, including advising on AI governance, responsible AI practices, and emerging AI regulation.
• Identify legal risks associated with new products, features, and business initiatives, and propose practical, business-oriented mitigation strategies.
• Advise on data privacy, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance issues arising from commercial transactions and technology products.
• Partner with Sales, Product, Engineering, and Business teams to structure deals, support product launches, and provide day-to-day transactional support.
• Stay current on developments in AI law and data protection, proactively advising stakeholders on implications and best practices and updating documentation accordingly.
• Leverage AI tools and legal technology to improve productivity, decision-making, and legal service delivery.
• Collaborate with legal colleagues to provide support in other areas based on experience and interest, such as employment law, litigation strategy, and risk management.

What You Will Bring To The Role

• Juris Doctor with a current Bar license.
• Between 5 to 10 years of experience in commercial/transactional law and technology licensing.
• Experience advising on artificial intelligence, machine learning, cloud computing, data privacy and a strong desire to build expertise in this area.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills across a range of commercial and technology agreements.
• Sound judgment and the ability to assess and communicate legal risk pragmatically in a fast-paced, high-tech environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and influence across all levels of the organization.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex legal concepts in plain language to both legal and non-legal audiences.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple assignments simultaneously while maintaining commitment to deadlines, or experience in a fast-paced, high-tech company.
• Process-oriented mindset, with a drive to improve systems, workflows, and outcomes.
• Adaptability and intellectual curiosity, with a willingness to expand into new legal domains and support cross-functional initiatives.
• Collaborative team player, comfortable working in a proactive legal department and contributing to a broad range of legal issues.

• Proficiency with legal technology and AI tools, and openness to innovation in legal practice.

Our Mission & Values

We bring clarity, trust, and meaning to data for clients navigating legal matters worldwide.

These four values guide how we operate, make decisions, and work together every day.

• Client is Always in the Room - We operate and make decisions as if the client is in the room. We anticipate their needs, consider their perspective, and prioritize their best interests.

• Own the Outcome - We bring an unwavering bias for action, act with urgency, and hold ourselves accountable to our clients, and each other.

• Better Every Day - We improve our tomorrow by always striving to be better than today. We embrace curiosity, question assumptions, and raise the bar constantly.

• Deliver Results Together - We collaborate obsessively to achieve shared success. We assume good intentions, debate ideas thoughtfully, treat each other with respect, and fully commit once decisions are made.

KLDiscovery is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, pregnancy, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. This commitment applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, promotion, training, discipline, and termination. Employment decisions are based on job-related qualifications, skills, and experience.

At KLD, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that when our employees feel supported, valued, and empowered, they can thrive both personally and professionally. That's why we're committed to fostering a collaborative, inclusive workplace where you can grow your career, make meaningful contributions, and enjoy a healthy work-life balance.

Our competitive benefits and programs are designed to support your well-being and success. Depending on your location, these may include comprehensive health and wellness benefits, retirement and financial programs, paid time off and leave options, employee assistance resources, and professional development opportunities.

We also embrace flexibility, offering remote work opportunities for most employees to support work-life balance while keeping our teams connected and collaborative. Certain roles may require an office-based or hybrid schedule based on business and operational needs.

Wherever you're located, you'll be part of a global team that values your contributions, supports your growth, and celebrates your success.

Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship