Commercial Counsel - SaaS & Technology Transactions

“What makes Absorb special is how genuinely we show up for each other. You’ll find smart, kind people who collaborate without ego, celebrate wins together, and step in quickly when someone needs support. That energy, paired with a shared drive to build something meaningful, is what makes this team such a great place to grow.” - Kim Jorgensen, Director - Financial Operations

Great commercial lawyers don’t just identify risk. They help the business find a smart path forward. At Absorb, we’re looking for a Commercial Counsel, who brings that mindset to the table. You’ll be at the centre of complex SaaS and technology deals, working alongside Sales, Product, Finance, Privacy and Security to negotiate agreements, solve commercial challenges and help the business move with confidence. You’ll also have the opportunity to help shape how we approach emerging areas like AI contracting, making this a role where your expertise won’t just support the business, it will help influence how we grow.

What you’ll do:

• software licenses, order forms, statements of work, service level agreements and professional services agreements.

• Negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts, including NDAs, data processing agreements, vendor and procurement contracts, technology partnerships, reseller and distribution agreements.

• Advise on indemnities, limitations of liability, warranties, intellectual property rights, data usage, confidentiality, privacy and information security obligations, payment terms and termination rights.

• Partner with Sales, Product, Finance, Procurement, Privacy and Security to structure practical solutions and support timely deal closure.

• Independently manage concurrent negotiations, assess and escalate material legal and commercial risks, and provide clear, actionable guidance to business stakeholders.

• Support contracting for AI-enabled products and services, as applicable, including issues relating to data use, model training, output rights and allocation of risk.

• Collaborate on international transactions and jurisdiction-specific contracting requirements, when needed.

• Develop and improve standard agreement templates, negotiation playbooks, fallback positions and contract processes.

What you’ll bring:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) or equivalent law degree; active admission to practice law in at least one jurisdiction.

• Minimum 5 years of relevant commercial and technology transactional legal experience, with substantial hands-on negotiation of B2B SaaS and enterprise software agreements.

• Strong commercial judgment, contract drafting and negotiation skills, and working knowledge of technology licensing, intellectual property, privacy and information security matters.

• Ability to work independently, prioritize competing deadlines and collaborate effectively with cross-functional business teams.

• Preferred: experience with AI or generative AI contracting and global or cross-border commercial negotiations.

Technologies we use:

• MS Suite, Link Squares, Ivo, Jira, Claude, OpenAI

Are you ready to become an Absorber?

What we offer:

• Fully remote-first work with flexible work arrangements

• Comprehensive Health and Wellness Benefits including retirement savings programs, eligibility for two different bonus plans, generous time off, comprehensive medical and dental benefits based on your country of location

• New Hire Equipment Allowance and monthly Flex Allowance to support your success

• Endless opportunity for career growth and internal mobility

• Employee driven DE&I programs

Who are we?

Absorb Software is the leading global AI-driven learning platform provider, helping organizations unlock the full potential of their workforce. With its innovative Strategic Learning Systems (SLS) approach, Absorb empowers businesses to align learning with strategic goals, driving measurable impact and workforce agility. The Absorb LMS platform delivers personalized, scalable, and engaging learning experiences for employees, customers, and partners worldwide. Trusted by over 3,300 organizations and 34 million users, Absorb is redefining the future of workplace learning through cutting-edge AI, seamless integrations, and an unwavering commitment to innovation. We empower learners to enrich their lives, workplaces and communities.

Our values are simple:

• We achieve exceptional results by genuinely caring about each other and the work we do

• We’re united, and we grow through our commitment to elevating continual learning!

AI @ Absorb

We believe in the power of AI and technology to make learning accessible to everyone. By exploring new tools and constantly experimenting, we’re redefining what’s possible. We take an AI-first approach to unlock human potential, drive impact, and scale better outcomes. As the world evolves, Absorb is committed to growing with you. Investing in your skills every step of the way.

We use AI tools to support our recruitment process, such as organizing applications and highlighting potential matches based on role requirements. While these tools help streamline our review, all screening and final hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team. We encourage candidates to apply authentically and not rely solely on AI-generated responses in their applications.

Absorb is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all our people. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. Should you require any accommodation during the recruitment process, please indicate this on your application and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. For any questions, please contact us at [email protected]

Successful candidates for this position will be subject to pre-employment background screening, including a criminal record check and must be able to show proof of legal eligibility to work in the country they have applied to without sponsorship.