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Senior Assistant General Counsel - IP and Technology Transactions

Galileo Financial Technologies
San Francisco, CA, US
$172.8K-$297K a year
Full-time

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Who We Are

Welcoming, collaborative and having the opportunity to make an impact - is how our employees describe working here. Galileo is a financial technology company that provides innovative and revolutionary software products and services that power some of the world's largest Fintechs.

We are the only payments innovator that applies tech and engineering capabilities to empower Fintechs and financial institutions to unleash their full creativity to achieve their most inspired goals.

Galileo leads its industry with superior fraud detection, security, decision-making analytics and regulatory compliance functionality combined with customized, responsive and flexible programs to accelerate the success of all payments companies and solve tomorrow's payments challenges today.

We hire energetic and creative employees while providing them the opportunity to excel in their careers and make a difference for our clients.

Learn more about us and why we work here at https : / / www.galileo-ft.com / working-at-galileo

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced attorney to join our legal team and play a crucial role in navigating complex legal issues surrounding our SaaS offerings and technology transactions.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of drafting and negotiating sophisticated agreements related to intellectual property, technology licensing, data privacy, and commercial transactions.

This role demands a strategic thinker who can provide insightful legal counsel while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

Drafting and Negotiating Agreements :

Structure, draft, and negotiate a wide range of agreements, including SaaS subscription agreements, software licenses, technology partnerships, IP licensing, and data processing agreements.

  • Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including data privacy and security requirements (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
  • Develop and maintain template agreements for efficient and consistent contract management.
  • Intellectual Property (IP) Counseling :

Provide strategic guidance on IP protection, enforcement, and commercialization strategies.

  • Advise on copyright, trademark, trade secret, and patent matters in the context of software and technology transactions.
  • Manage IP portfolio and conduct due diligence in M&A and other corporate transactions.
  • Technology Transactions :

Support the development, commercialization, and licensing of technology and IP assets.

  • Structure and negotiate complex transactions involving software, e-commerce, fintech, and media content.
  • Advise on technology-related regulatory and compliance issues.
  • Data Privacy and Security :

Stay abreast of evolving data privacy laws and regulations.

  • Ensure contractual arrangements adequately address data privacy and security risks.
  • Assist in developing and implementing data privacy policies and procedures.
  • General Legal Counsel :

Provide legal support on a range of matters related to SaaS offerings, technology transactions, and general business operations.

  • Work closely with cross-functional teams (e.g., product, engineering, sales) to address legal issues and mitigate risks.
  • Stay updated on legal and industry developments relevant to the company's business.

Qualifications And Experience

  • J.D. degree from an accredited law school and admission to at least one state bar.
  • 7+ years of legal experience with a focus on SaaS, technology transactions, and intellectual property.
  • Strong understanding of software licensing, open source software, cloud computing, and data privacy laws.
  • Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Sound business judgment and strategic thinking skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in the technology or SaaS industry, including artificial intelligence.
  • Familiarity with international data privacy regulations.
  • CIPP / US or other relevant privacy certifications.

Compensation And Benefits

The base pay range for this role is listed below. Final base pay offer will be determined based on individual factors such as the candidate’s experience, skills, and location.

This role may also be eligible for a bonus and / or long term incentives. Your recruiter will provide more information to you.

All roles are eligible for competitive benefits. More information about our employee benefits can be found in the link below.

Benefits

To view all of our comprehensive and competitive benefits, visit our Benefits at SoFi & Galileo page!

US-Based Base Compensation

$172,800 $297,000 USD

Galileo Financial Technologies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, breastfeeding, and conditions related to breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age (40 or over), physical or medical disability, medical condition, marital status, registered domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military and / or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable state or federal law.

The Company hires the best qualified candidate for the job, without regard to protected characteristics.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

New York applicants : Notice of Employee Rights

Galileo is committed to embracing diversity. As part of this commitment, Galileo offers reasonable accommodations to candidates with physical or mental disabilities.

If you need accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, please let your recruiter know or email [email protected]

Due to insurance coverage issues, we are unable to accommodate remote work from Hawaii or Alaska at this time.

Internal Employees

If you are a current employee, do not apply here - please navigate to our Internal Job Board in Greenhouse to apply to our open roles.

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