Senior Corporate Counsel

About Nintex:

At Nintex, we are transforming the way people work, everywhere.

As the global standard for process intelligence and automation, we're trusted by over 10,000 public and private sector organizations across 90 countries. Our customers, from industry giants like Amazon, Coca-Cola, and Microsoft, rely on the Nintex Platform to accelerate their digital transformation journeys by managing, automating, and optimizing business processes quickly and efficiently. We improve their lives through the technology we build.

We are committed to fostering a workplace that supports amazing people in doing their very best work every day. Collaboration is constant, our workplace is fun, the environment is fast-paced, and we value our people’s curiosity, ideas, and enthusiasm. Driven by passion and accountability, we take initiative, measure progress, and deliver results. Our culture fosters innovation and problem-solving, fueled by curiosity and a commitment to thinking big. Together, we move with agility, prioritize customer needs, and build unity through empathy, leaving a positive impact wherever we go.

About the Role: 

Nintex is seeking a highly motivated Senior Counsel to join our growing legal team. As a key member of our legal team, the Senior Corporate Counsel will provide strategic legal support across complex commercial transactions, corporate governance, and operational initiatives.  This role will be responsible for providing strategic legal guidance on a broad range of corporate governance and commercial matters while driving legal operations initiatives to enhance efficiency and scalability.  

This role is ideal for a forward-thinking legal professional who thrives at the intersection of law, technology, and business operations. Reporting directly to the General Counsel, this position requires 8 - 10 years of legal experience with deep expertise in commercial transactions and corporate governance particularly within the technology sector. 

Your Contribution Will Be: 

Corporate 

• Lead corporate governance legal support for Nintex and its global subsidiary legal entities 

• Prepare and manage documentation to support Board of Directors actions 

• Lead real estate negotiations to support our company’s global location strategy 

• Oversee corporate subsidiaries through formations, dissolutions, and jurisdictional filings 

• Support the General Counsel in M&A and other corporate transactions, including due diligence and integration 

• Respond to internal and external KYC, UBO, and similar requests, including for annual financial and security audits 

• Advise on the company's equity plan, including compliance with securities laws and regulations 

• Provide guidance on international taxation issues and collaborate with finance and accounting teams on cross-border matters 

Commercial & Technology Transactions 

• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of complex commercial and SaaS agreements (MSAs, subscription terms, PSAs, partner/channel agreements, DPAs, SoWs, NDAs, etc.). 

• Advise global sales, customer success, and product teams on legal risks, balancing compliance with business objectives. 

• Structure innovative deal strategies to accelerate sales cycles while mitigating risk. 

• Respond to internal legal inquiries and translate complex legal concepts into actionable guidance. 

Legal Operations 

• Drive legal department efficiency through legal tech adoption (e.g., CLM platforms) and process optimization. 

• Develop and refine templates, playbooks, and workflows to scale legal support globally. 

• Define and track legal KPIs and implement reporting tools to demonstrate legal’s business impact. 

• Lead cross-functional initiatives to improve legal service delivery and collaboration. 

To Be Successful, We Think You Need: 

• JD from an accredited law school; active bar membership in good standing. 

• 8-10 years of legal experience, with significant experience in technology transactions and corporate governance 

• Demonstrated experience negotiating complex commercial transactions, including agreements with large enterprises involving data protection, security, and intellectual property 

• Solid understanding of SaaS business models, global commercial negotiation practices, and revenue recognition standards 

• Strong expertise in corporate governance and subsidiary management 

• Passion for legal operations and experience implementing legal technology solutions 

• Experience leading legal operations initiatives and implementing legal tech tools (CLM, dashboards, etc.). 

• Exceptional organizational skills with ability to work on tight timelines while handling multiple projects 

• Ability to provide practical legal advice to business personnel at all levels 

• Exceptional negotiation, client-counseling, and interpersonal skills 

• High personal standards of excellence and ethics, with ability to act with discretion and strict confidentiality 

• Business-minded approach with willingness to partner with the business in achieving objective 

What’s in it for you?

Nintex has a hybrid working model, enabling us to build culture, learn, and grow together. We intentionally connect and collaborate, while emphasizing flexibility with a blend of at-home and in-office work. This role is a hybrid role in our local Nintex office.

While our offerings differ from country to country, we offer our entire global workforce an array of exciting perks and benefits, including

• Global Gratitude and Recharge Days
• Flexible, paid time off policy
• Employee wellness programs and counseling resources
• Meaningful peer recognition and awards
• Paid parental leave
• Invention/patenting assistance
• Community impact, paid volunteer time, and opportunities
• Intercultural learning and celebration
• Multiple tools through which to learn and grow, and an incredible global community

View more about our benefits here: https://www.nintex.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Global-Perks-and-Benefits.pdf.

Target Compensation Range (US ONLY): $180,000 - $220,000 USD annually. On target compensation refers to the base salary and applicable variable target for this role. The range is an estimate, base pay will ultimately be decided at the offer stage, based on an individual candidate's skills and experience aligned with the needs of the role. Base pay may vary based on several factors including geographic location, role specific qualifications, and seniority. Nintex also offers a competitive benefits package including paid time off, twelve paid holidays, 401(k) with employer match, and more.

Nintex participates in E-Verify for work authorization.  We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Organization.