Lead Corporate Counsel, Commercial
OneTrust · San Francisco, California · United States · On-site
Pay: USD 139,725 – 220,000 a year
Posted Aug 3, 2026
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Strength in Trust
OneTrust’s mission is to enable innovation through the responsible use of data and AI. We believe that ensuring data is trusted shouldn’t slow teams down—it should accelerate what’s possible. This led us to develop the first technology platform for responsible data use in 2016. Today, with AI representing the latest and most impactful expansion of data yet, OneTrust is once again redefining what responsible innovation looks like. OneTrust, the AI‑Ready Governance Platform™, unifies regulatory intelligence, automation, and connected governance workflows so businesses can continue to move at the speed of AI while ensuring good governance to prevent data misuse at scale. Trusted by thousands of organizations worldwide, OneTrust is shaping the future where trusted data becomes a transformative force for business and society.
The Challenge
Due to increased customer demand for the AI-Ready Governance Platform, we’re looking to hire a lead corporate counsel to provide transactional support on commercial contracts. The successful candidate will be part of the Commercial & Product Support team.
Your Mission
Independently review and negotiate a high volume of complex SaaS contracts through the contract lifecycle to execution
Handle ad-hoc legal requests for support from the sales function
Understand key IP, commercial, and finance requirements
Keep up-to-date on applicable laws, regulations, and industry guidance
Drive compliance in day-to-day sales activities, including providing training
Support updates to legal team templates & precedents
Assist with wider company projects assigned to the Commercial & Product Support team
You Are
An excellent communicator and negotiator
Self-motivated
Able to work independently, multi-task and prioritize your workload
Able to quickly shift priorities to meet deadlines
Able to effectively communicate, both verbal and written, with all levels of the organization
Meticulous and pride yourself with attention to detail and accuracy
Adaptable to change and thrive in a fast-paced environment
Highly organized
JD from an accredited U.S. law school required
Member of a State Bar in good standing
8+ years of commercial contracts experience
Extra Awesome
Privacy, GRC, Ethics & Compliance or ESG experience
High volume commercial transactions experience with a SaaS or other technology company
Ironclad experience
For California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, New York, Rhode Island, and Washington-based candidates: the annual base pay range for this role is listed below. Within this range, individual pay is determined by several factors, including location, job-related skills, work experience, and relevant education and/or training. This role may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, equity, and/or commissions, as well as benefits.
Salary Range
$139,725 — $220,000 USD
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