at CrowdStrike, Inc. in Springfield, Illinois, United States
Job Description
CrowdStrike, Inc.Full time
R19069
About the Role:
We are looking for a seasoned commercial attorney and leader to join our legal team. This role will be responsible for providing strategic advice and supporting all customer, channel, vendor and strategic partner deals. You will be a hands-on leader who can scale a commercial legal team to meet the company’s rapid growth, while helping the team drive deal closure. The ideal candidate will possess strong business acumen, creativity, and the ability to accelerate business while mitigating risk.
What You'll Do:
In this role, you will lead and manage a global team of 30+ attorneys and legal professionals, ensuring high performance and alignment with the company's strategic goals. You will develop and implement strategies to support the company's rapid growth, focusing on scaling the legal team to meet evolving business needs. The role requires a player/coach mindset with a willingness to take an active role in negotiating and drafting complex agreements when necessary. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including sales, alliances, finance, information security, professional services, procurement, and others to accelerate business transactions and drive deal closure. Your ability to identify, analyze potential impact and mitigate legal risks associated with commercial transactions while driving business forward will be crucial.
What You’ll Need:
15+ years of relevant legal experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role in-house
Proven experience in negotiating and drafting complex commercial agreements, in the SaaS sector
Demonstrated ability to scale a commercial legal team in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
Strong business acumen and the ability to balance legal risks with business goals
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Creative problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school; active membership in good standing with a state bar.
Bonus Points:
Experience in the cybersecurity industry.
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CrowdStrike, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The base salary range for this position in the U.S. is $250,000.00 - $350,000.00 per year + variable/incentive compensation + equity + benefits. A candidate’s salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location.
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