Legal Counsel

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Are you interested in building international legal operations in a high-growth B2B SaaS firm? Here’s a unique opportunity to be part of Smartly.io’s global legal team!

Smartly.io is a fast-growing SaaS company aiming to be the best and nicest place for the most talented people to work and learn. Our team is currently +170 people strong and we have employees from over 20 different countries. We have over 600 customers globally, including eBay, Nelly.com, Bootz.com, Skyscanner, Foodpanda, Zalora etc. As a Facebook Marketing Partner, we're building an automation and optimization tool for the largest Facebook advertisers globally. Our offices are located in Helsinki, Berlin, San Francisco, New York, Buenos Aires and Singapore. These offices are constantly growing and each country has their own laws and practices.


We are looking for a motivated Legal Counsel to join our New York office to ensure that the processes related to commercial growth run smoothly. This Legal Counsel will be the first legal hire to our US team and be part of the global legal team.


>> Would you like to work in a flat, transparent company with real opportunities to have an impact on the future of its business? Have a look at how we practice transparency: https://www.smartly.io/blog/extreme-transparency-in-practice 


>> Learn more about our company culture and how we work at smartly.io/culturehandbook 

We're definitely looking for you, if you have:

  • JD degree from a recognized U.S. law school and licensed to practice in New York or California state bars
  • 5+ years of experience (including at least 3 years with a nationally recognized law firm) drafting and negotiating technology and commercial agreements in the US, including but not limited to: SaaS and cloud-based agreements as well as agreements relating to advertising agencies/management
  • Specific experience in a SaaS and advertising management/agency related legal issues, data protection and social media marketing is highly valued
  • Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
  • Strong negotiation skills and ability to resolve complex legal issues
  • Detail-oriented and ability to manage multiple project deadlines
  • Significant experience counseling global organizations on commercial contract and compliance issues
  • Ability to deliver in a demanding and entrepreneurial environment in a timely manner
  • Hands-on team player

As a Legal Counsel at Smartly.io, you will

  • Prepare, draft, review and negotiate customer contracts and other legal documents. Especial focus in SaaS and advertising management customer contracts.
  • Handle administration and resolution of legal issues that arise in the business.
  • Manage external counsels in the US in co-operation with General Counsel.
  • Anticipate and mitigate potential legal problems within the organization and developing strategies to avoid litigation and reduce potential areas of risk.
  • Provide practical advice and support to sales, finance, HR, and operations teams.
  • Drive the continuous improvement of standard form agreements and legal processes.
  • Other responsibilities as assigned.
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Technology we use

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Location

We put Smartlies' health first. While we have created more flexibility for Smartlies to choose where they work, we continue to follow all local health measures to ensure that our New York office remains open and safe for all who choose to come in.

An Insider's view of Smartly

What projects are you most excited about?

At Smartly.io we are most excited about continuing to work with our partners to solve challenges and better enable them to enhance their performance on paid social. Many brands we work with have been focusing more and more on creative so it's no surprise that Smartly has as well. I've seen our Creative solutions evolve so much in the last two years

Corinne

VP US East

What are some things you learned at the company?

Open communication is encouraged at all levels of Smartly.io, it's a big part of the culture. I enjoy the interesting challenges that come from working with customers, and having the autonomy to push your idea's forward and work on things you're interested in or want to add to your skillset.

Malachy

Customer Solutions Engineer

How do your team's ideas influence the company's direction?

We foster transparency, which allows our teams the freedom and responsibility to pursue our vision in a self-driven way. Everyone is trusted as an owner, we’re all responsible for thinking and acting in the long-term interest of the company. At Smartly.io, nothing is someone else’s problem — we’re all doers with an entrepreneurial attitude.

Kristo

CEO & Founder

What are Smartly Perks + Benefits

Smartly Benefits Overview

Smartly.io’s benefits are meant to ensure that employees stay healthy, well, and energized in different life situations. Smartly.io supports employees so that everyone can focus on learning and creating positive impact in their role.

Growth-minded colleagues. Competitive salaries & option plans. Full five weeks of paid vacation. Paid parental leave. Health coverage. Wellness benefit. Reimbursement flexibility. Opportunities to rotate to our offices across the globe. Get your own laptop + smartphone. Weekly lunches. Opportunities to attend industry events. Team stipends for activities while not in the office.

Culture
Volunteer in local community
Partners with nonprofits
Open door policy
OKR operational model
Team based strategic planning
Pair programming
Open office floor plan
Employee resource groups
Employee-led culture committees
Quarterly engagement surveys
Hybrid work model
Flexible work schedule
Remote work program
Diversity
Mandated unconscious bias training
Mean gender pay gap below 10%
Diversity employee resource groups
Hiring practices that promote diversity
Health Insurance & Wellness Benefits
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Disability insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Pet insurance
Wellness programs
Mental health benefits
Financial & Retirement
401(K)
401(K) matching
Company equity
Performance bonus
Charitable contribution matching
Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits
Generous parental leave
Family medical leave
Company sponsored family events
Vacation & Time Off Benefits
Generous PTO
5 Weeks Per Year
Paid volunteer time
Paid holidays
Paid sick days
Company-wide vacation
Office Perks
Commuter benefits
Company-sponsored outings
Free snacks and drinks
Some meals provided
Company-sponsored happy hours
Pet friendly
Recreational clubs
Relocation assistance
Fitness stipend
Home-office stipend for remote employees
One-time Benefit for New Hires
Professional Development Benefits
Job training & conferences
Lunch and learns
Promote from within
Continuing education available during work hours
Online course subscriptions available
Customized development tracks

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