CrowdStrike, Inc. is looking for a Sr. Lead Counsel, Commercial to join our remote, distributed legal team. In this senior role, you will be responsible for negotiating complex agreements and providing strategic legal support to accelerate deal closures while mitigating risks. You will engage directly with key customers and collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to drive business objectives.
What You'll Do
- Lead negotiations on a variety of commercial agreements, including SaaS licensing agreements, Master Purchasing Agreements, DPAs, Service Agreements and more.
- Collaborate closely with the sales, finance, security and other internal stakeholders to ensure alignment on deal terms and business objectives.
- Provide strategic legal advice and counsel on complex commercial transactions, identifying and mitigating potential risks while maximizing business opportunities.
- Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of legal documents and contracts with a focus on balancing business needs with legal protections.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, acting as a trusted legal advisor and partner.
- Stay abreast of industry trends, legal developments, and regulatory changes that may impact the company’s commercial operations.
- Assist in the development and implementation of best practices and standardized templates for contracts and other legal documents.
- Mentor and provide guidance to junior legal team members as needed.
What We're Looking For
- Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree from an accredited U.S. Law School and active admission to a State Bar.
- 10+ years of experience drafting and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts, with an emphasis on software licensing for cloud-based providers and supporting complex indirect sales deals.
- Proven track record of successfully negotiating and closing complex commercial deals involving data privacy and data security documents.
- Strong drafting and negotiation skills along with excellent business judgment and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to collaborate with legal and non-legal colleagues and manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment with a 'roll up your sleeves', team-oriented mentality.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to thrive working remotely from home, as the legal team is completely distributed.
Nice to Have
- A combination of law firm and in-house experience.
- Cybersecurity experience.
Team & Environment
The commercial legal team is completely distributed.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation range of $185,000 - $255,000 per year plus equity grants.
- Market leader in compensation and equity awards.
- Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs.
- Competitive vacation and holidays for recharge.
- Paid parental and adoption leaves.
- Professional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or role.
- Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connections.
- Vibrant office culture with world class amenities.
- Great Place to Work Certified™ across the globe.
Work Mode
This is a fully remote position.
CrowdStrike is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by law.
