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Commercial Counsel

SierraNew York, NYLegal
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Salary
$220K - $250K USD
Job type
Full-time
Posted
2 Jul 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Sierra is currently hiring a Commercial Counsel to join the legal team in New York, NY. This full-time position suits a legal professional with a blend of law firm and tech industry experience who is eager to shape commercial contracting for a leading AI platform.

Role Overview

The Commercial Counsel position sits within the legal department at Sierra, focusing primarily on structuring, negotiating, and managing various commercial agreements. This role offers the opportunity to expand responsibilities across intellectual property, regulatory matters, and product law while working closely with internal cross-functional groups.

Key Responsibilities

Structure, negotiate, and advise on commercial contracts including SaaS subscriptions, technology licenses, professional services agreements, channel partner arrangements, vendor agreements, and non-disclosure agreements.
Develop scalable templates, playbooks, and workflows to improve contract lifecycle efficiency and operational excellence.
Collaborate cross-functional with Sales, Operations, and Agent Development teams to support revenue growth and strategic initiatives.
Apply strong judgment to assess risk within a hyperscaling business environment and make strategic decisions.

Requirements

Possess 2 to 6 years of legal experience, combining large law firm background and in-house experience at a technology company.
Demonstrate a strong background in negotiating and managing complex commercial contracts, particularly within SaaS, AI, or enterprise software.
Exhibit strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to partner effectively with legal and non-legal stakeholders.
Maintain a proactive mindset capable of navigating ambiguity in a fast-paced startup setting.

Nice to Have

Experience with privacy and regulatory frameworks, including data processing agreements and security-related contract provisions.
Passion for artificial intelligence with a deep understanding of AI products, large language models, and related legal issues.
Prior law firm experience at a top-tier, internationally recognized firm.
Experience working at a high-growth startup with a strong sense of ownership.

Skills and Tools

Commercial contracting and SaaS subscription agreement management
Intellectual property and contract law
Cross-functional stakeholder collaboration
Workflow and playbook development

Salary and Benefits

Annual salary range between $220,000 and $250,000 USD
Flexible, unlimited paid time off
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and families
Life insurance and disability benefits
Retirement plan dependent on the country of employment
Parental leave, plus fertility and family building benefits through Carrot
Onsite lunch, snacks, and coffee
Discretionary benefit stipend and free alphorn lessons
Eligibility to participate in company equity plans

About the Company

Sierra is the leading platform for customer-facing AI agents, collaborating with major global brands such as The GAP, Rocket Mortgage, SoFi, Sutter Health, and SoftBank. Co-founded by Bret Taylor and Clay Bavor, the company is guided by core values that include Trust, Customer Obsession, Craftsmanship, Intensity, and Family.

How to Apply

Candidates should visit the official Sierra careers page to submit an application for this position.

Questions candidates ask

What is the salary range for the Commercial Counsel role?

The annual salary for this position is between $220,000 and $250,000 USD.

Where is the job located?

The position is based in New York, NY.

How many years of experience are required?

Applicants should have 2 to 6 years of legal experience, combining large law firm and tech in-house experience.

What benefits are offered for this full-time role?

Benefits include unlimited paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability benefits, parental leave, Carrot fertility benefits, a discretionary stipend, and equity plan eligibility.

How should I apply for the position?

Candidates can apply directly on the official Sierra careers page.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Sierra careers page.

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