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Commercial Counsel

AssemblyAI
Location
New York
Posted
24 days ago
Department
Legal
Salary
$190,000 - $225,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
  • Active membership in good standing with the New York bar
  • 3–5 years of hands-on technology commercial contracting experience at a top-tier tech law firm or high-growth AI or SaaS startup
  • Deep expertise drafting and negotiating MSAs, DPAs, BAAs, and commercial agreements
  • Strong working command of global data privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, HIPAA)
  • Ability to balance risk against deal velocity
What the job really is

As a Commercial Counsel at AssemblyAI, you will be the primary legal partner for the enterprise sales team, managing the entire commercial contracting lifecycle. Your responsibilities include drafting and negotiating various agreements, advising on AI-specific contract issues, and ensuring compliance with privacy regulations. This role requires a high degree of autonomy and the ability to balance risk with deal velocity in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits
  • Salary range: $190,000 - $225,000
Things to weigh
  • Role is hybrid, requiring 2 days per week in the NYC office
  • Fast-paced environment may not suit everyone
  • High autonomy may require strong self-management skills
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