[Remote] Legal Counsel - Public Sector - US/Canada - REMOTE

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. BMC Software is a leading company that empowers organizations to accelerate business value through innovative solutions. They are seeking a Legal Counsel focused on Public Sector & Government transactions to provide legal guidance, draft and negotiate complex agreements, and support compliance in regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support for US public sector transactions, ensuring alignment with procurement laws and regulations, including FAR, DFARS, and GSA requirements
• Draft and negotiate a broad range of product, licensing, subscription, confidentiality, data privacy, services, distributor, partner and reseller agreements
• Advise on US government contracting best practices and stay current on regulatory developments, including flow-down clauses, compliance obligations, and risk mitigation strategies
• Drive continuous improvement of standard form agreements, policies, and legal processes
• Assist with due diligence and integration activities for acquisitions
• Support the organization through Sales cycles, including quarter-end and year-end priorities
• Work independently while managing priorities and collaborating effectively with cross-functional stakeholders at all levels, including senior management

Skills

• Law degree (LL.B. or equivalent)
• Active license to practice law in good standing in at least one US / Canadian jurisdiction
• 3+ years of experience as a Legal Counsel or a similar in-house role
• Experience in a software / tech company, representing the seller-side in drafting and negotiating agreements
• Experience in providing legal advice for Product Management teams in various matters such as data privacy and product features (seller-side)
• Experience with seller-side US Federal contracting, including deep knowledge of procurement laws and regulations (FAR, DFARS, GSA), as well as flow-down requirements and compliance obligations
• Solid understanding of the software sales cycle, including supporting commercial processes and deadlines
• Customer-focused mindset, with the ability to build strong relationships across cross-functional teams and global regions/time zones
• Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while remaining independent, flexible, and responsive to stakeholders
• US / Canadian Data Privacy certification (CIPP/US or CIPP/C)
• Familiarity with US Anti-trust law
• Advanced Law Degree (LL.M.)

Benefits

• Other rewards may include a variable plan and country specific benefits.

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