Commercial Counsel, San Francisco, CA (Hybrid) (962-SLS)

Responsibilities include

• Leading contract review and negotiation efforts in support of commercial and procurement activities, serving as a primary legal partner to business stakeholders.
• Identifying and mitigating legal and business risks in commercial agreements, while providing practical, solutions-oriented guidance to drive transactions forward.
• Designing and improving contract templates, playbooks, and workflows to increase efficiency and scalability, including supporting contract management systems and training business partners.
• Advising on healthcare regulatory, privacy, and compliance considerations, as well as contract interpretation, in collaboration with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate is a business-minded attorney who is comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and partnering directly with internal clients. This role requires strong drafting and negotiation skills, sound judgment, and the ability to balance legal risk with commercial objectives. A proactive, collaborative approach and willingness to engage across a range of legal issues are important to success.

Experience Includes

• Approximately 4-7 years of legal experience, with a strong focus on drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, particularly in healthcare, technology, or SaaS environments.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Experience supporting commercial teams, including sales and procurement functions, in an in-house or high-growth environment.
• Familiarity with healthcare regulatory frameworks, privacy considerations, and contract interpretation in a regulated industry.
• Experience with contract lifecycle management systems and an interest in leveraging technology, including AI tools, to improve legal processes.
• Strong judgment, communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced setting.