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As such, the successful candidate will provide commercial legal services to in-house clients, primarily Sales, as well as across multiple functions at Rocket Software.\n\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities :\n\nPrincipal duties include structuring, drafting and negotiating a variety of commercial agreements, including direct sales and partner agreements and associated ancillary documents, incoming and outgoing and confidentiality agreements, as well as complex strategic contracts.\n\nDuties also include: serving as legal counsel on business deals; resolving issues that arise in existing commercial relationships, provide legal support to management and business units regarding applicable laws and regulations and participate in new business processes within the business and risk areas.\n\nDevelop a thorough understanding of Rocket’s business, products, markets, customers and partners in order to identify trends and formulate effective compliance strategies.\n\nCounsel the business team on legal issues and risks, business strategies, complex deal structures, approval processes, intellectual property and other issues related to technology transactions.\n\nProvide day to day responses to requests for legal support for the company as needed.\n\nWork on significant and unique issues where analysis of situation and/or data requires evaluation of intangibles and legal expertise.\n\nExercise independent judgment in methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results and acting independently to determine methods and procedures on assignments.\n\nCounsel and collaborate with other members of the legal department in areas of expertise.\n\nEnsure group companies’ compliance to laws and regulations such as Data Protection, Anti-bribery, Export Controls and other legal and regulatory requirements.\n\nHelp with the maintenance and update of corporate governance policies and procedures.\n\nMonitor changes in relevant legislation and regulations, prepare summaries of change and any suggested action required and assist with embedding these within the Company.\n\nQualifications:\n\nStrong academic credentials, law degree.\n\nMust be licensed to practice law in at least one US State.\n\nMinimum of 2 years’ experience in a law firm and in-house legal positions.\n\nExperience in software and/or other high technology industries.\n\nExperience in international transactions.\n\nExperience with technology sales, licensing and procurement transactions and related distributor, reseller, cloud computing, and software product and services agreements.\n\nDemonstrated ability to draft, review and negotiate complex IT contracts.\n\nKnowledge of and experience with pertinent laws, including software licensing, data protection, export control and anti-corruption laws.\n\nAbility to clearly articulate and defend risk analysis; critically examine business practices to ensure they are aligned with legal requirements; provide advice regarding business practice risk.\n\nSuccessful candidate is a proven team player and consensus builder that takes a business approach to law.\n\nSuccessful candidate is a flexible self-starter and proactive problem solver who can work autonomously and handle significant client contact.\n\nEffective written and oral communication skills are essential. Ability to clearly present information, in writing and orally, respond to questions from executives, managers, customers, and other employees, with focus on client service.\n\nDiplomatic, approachable and possessing good business and personal judgment.\n\nMust manage conflicting demands from multiple business clients in a fast-paced environment.\n\nInherent ability to act with the highest integrity and professionalism.\n\nExcellent organizational skills; ability to manage multiple projects at once, follow through and meet deadlines.\n\nInformation Security:\n\nInformation security is everyone’s responsibility. A fundamental principle of information security at Rocket Software is that all individuals in the organization have a responsibility for the security and protection of company information and IT Resources over which they have control, according to their role.\n\nDiversity, Inclusion & Equity:\n\nAt Rocket we are committed to an inclusive workplace environment, where every Rocketeer can thrive by bringing their full selves to work. Being a Rocketeer means you are part of our movement to continually drive inclusivity, diversity and equity in our workforce.\n\n#LI-Remote\n\n#LI-MM1\n\nAnnual salary range for this position is between $88,500.00 - $119,475.00 gross before taxes.\n\n.\n\nWhat Rocket Software can offer you in USA:\n\nUnlimited Vacation Time as well as paid holidays and sick time\n\nHealth and Wellness coverage options for Rocketeers and dependents\n\nLife and disability coverage\n\nFidelity 401(k) and Roth Retirement Savings with matching contributions\n\nMonthly student debt benefit program\n\nTuition Reimbursement and Certificate Reimbursement Program opportunities\n\nLeadership and skills training opportunities\n\nEOE M/F/Vet/Disability. Rocket Software Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Rocket Software Inc. is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.\n\nRocket is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call: 781-577-4321 or send an email to people@rocketsoftware.com. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.\n\nAs part of our commitment to a safe and trustworthy workplace, we include background and reference checks in our hiring process.\n\nIt is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.\n\nIf you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!\n\nCompanies around the world trust Rocket to solve their most complex business challenges by powering their critical infrastructure, business processes, and data. We help extend the value of these assets, enabling our customers to embrace the potential of cloud and mobile computing, advanced analytics, and the innovations of tomorrow. From the clothes we wear to the cars we drive, Rocket solutions power the back-end systems that thousands of brands rely on every day.\n\nAt Rocket, software is about more than just code—it’s about people. We are passionate problem-solvers, working to make a difference for others. Our foundation is built on empathy, humanity, trust, and love, and we strive to embody these core values in everything we do. 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As such, the successful candidate will provide commercial legal services to in-house clients, primarily Sales, as well as across multiple functions at Rocket Software.\n\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities :\n\nPrincipal duties include structuring, drafting and negotiating a variety of commercial agreements, including direct sales and partner agreements and associated ancillary documents, incoming and outgoing and confidentiality agreements, as well as complex strategic contracts.\n\nDuties also include: serving as legal counsel on business deals; resolving issues that arise in existing commercial relationships, provide legal support to management and business units regarding applicable laws and regulations and participate in new business processes within the business and risk areas.\n\nDevelop a thorough understanding of Rocket’s business, products, markets, customers and partners in order to identify trends and formulate effective compliance strategies.\n\nCounsel the business team on legal issues and risks, business strategies, complex deal structures, approval processes, intellectual property and other issues related to technology transactions.\n\nProvide day to day responses to requests for legal support for the company as needed.\n\nWork on significant and unique issues where analysis of situation and/or data requires evaluation of intangibles and legal expertise.\n\nExercise independent judgment in methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results and acting independently to determine methods and procedures on assignments.\n\nCounsel and collaborate with other members of the legal department in areas of expertise.\n\nEnsure group companies’ compliance to laws and regulations such as Data Protection, Anti-bribery, Export Controls and other legal and regulatory requirements.\n\nHelp with the maintenance and update of corporate governance policies and procedures.\n\nMonitor changes in relevant legislation and regulations, prepare summaries of change and any suggested action required and assist with embedding these within the Company.\n\nQualifications:\n\nStrong academic credentials, law degree.\n\nMust be licensed to practice law in at least one US State.\n\nMinimum of 2 years’ experience in a law firm and in-house legal positions.\n\nExperience in software and/or other high technology industries.\n\nExperience in international transactions.\n\nExperience with technology sales, licensing and procurement transactions and related distributor, reseller, cloud computing, and software product and services agreements.\n\nDemonstrated ability to draft, review and negotiate complex IT contracts.\n\nKnowledge of and experience with pertinent laws, including software licensing, data protection, export control and anti-corruption laws.\n\nAbility to clearly articulate and defend risk analysis; critically examine business practices to ensure they are aligned with legal requirements; provide advice regarding business practice risk.\n\nSuccessful candidate is a proven team player and consensus builder that takes a business approach to law.\n\nSuccessful candidate is a flexible self-starter and proactive problem solver who can work autonomously and handle significant client contact.\n\nEffective written and oral communication skills are essential. 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We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.\n\nAs part of our commitment to a safe and trustworthy workplace, we include background and reference checks in our hiring process.\n\nIt is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.\n\nIf you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!\n\nCompanies around the world trust Rocket to solve their most complex business challenges by powering their critical infrastructure, business processes, and data. We help extend the value of these assets, enabling our customers to embrace the potential of cloud and mobile computing, advanced analytics, and the innovations of tomorrow. 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