Associate Counsel
Sprout Social is looking for a dynamic attorney to join our small but mighty Legal team. As Associate Counsel, you will be responsible for supporting the U.S. and international Sales teams, including managing the customer contracts and renewal process, as well as providing support for the day-to-day legal issues facing a high growth stage company. In this role you will be presented every day with new challenges and opportunities.
Our ideal candidate is a highly motivated problem solver with good business judgment and strong written and verbal communication skills. You have the ability to issue spot, think critically and learn on the fly. You are committed to providing excellent client service. You also hunt for efficiencies so that your life and the lives of others are constantly made easier. This person will work closely with and report to Sprout Social’s Corporate Counsel.
The Experience
- Juris Doctorate degree
- Member of the Illinois State Bar Association Bar and in good standing
- 1-2 years of experience in an in-house legal department or law firm
- Experience in a technology company preferred, particularly SaaS
- Exposure and familiarity with a variety of contracts (i.e., nondisclosure agreements, subscription agreements, terms of service, privacy policy) preferred
- Strong business and legal judgment and risk-based assessment skills
- Ability to effectively handle multiple contracts at any given time and shift gears depending on priorities or the needs of the business
Within 1 month, you will…
- Complete Sprout Social’s new hire training & onboarding program alongside other new Sprout team members. You’ll gain a broader understanding of our products and how your role fits into the organization.
- Partner with our Corporate Counsel to define priorities, best practices, and key success metrics for your role.
- Connect and engage with Sales team members across the organization to discuss and learn about their needs.
- Learn about the processes and procedures to take customer contracts to closing.
- Begin to review existing form documents and gain familiarity with the ecosystem of our contracts.
- Develop an understanding of the risks facing our business.
Within 3 months, you will...
- Begin to use and help further develop our sales contract playbook to negotiate customer contracts from start to finish.
- Support the Legal team in reviewing non-disclosure agreements and requests for proposal submissions.
- Assist Corporate Counsel in the continuing development and maintenance of the sales contract playbook.
- Field requests from the Sales team with respect to updates on order forms and agreements.
Within 6 months, you will…
- Review customer contracts and run your own negotiations with customers.
- Complete renewals with our Success and Growth team for existing customers.
- Assist in compliance efforts related to applicable domestic and international regulations.
- Work through updating trainings and materials for the Sales team pertinent to the legal review process.
- Make updates to existing agreement templates and terms.
- Help the Legal team identify areas for streamlining and improvement
Within 12 months, you will...
- Be seen as an integral part of the sales process during legal review of customer contracts and an effective resource for day-to-day legal issues.
Of course what is outlined above is the ideal timeline, but things may shift based on business needs and other projects and tasks could be added at the discretion of your manager.
About Sprout Social
Sprout Social powers open communication between individuals, brands and communities through elegant, sophisticated software. We are relentless about solving hard problems for our customers and committed to both customer and team success.
Team Sprout is a group of very talented, smart and passionate people with broad interests and backgrounds. We believe that true employee engagement cannot happen if you can’t bring your whole self to work, so we’re committed to building a diverse team, embracing an inclusive culture and investing in equity across our organization. That dedication is core to Sprout. We want all candidates, particularly those coming from traditionally underrepresented groups in the technology industry, to know they are welcome at Sprout.
We’re proud to regularly be recognized for software, product and company culture achievements. Our team’s shared belief in Sprout’s mission promotes a culture of openness, empowerment and fun. We have built a benefits program to match the strength of our team. This program includes:
- Insurance and benefit options that are built for both individuals and families, including generous company contributions
- Progressive benefit programs, like our parental leave program and free Divvy bike memberships
- High-quality and well-maintained equipment - your computer will never prevent you from doing your best
- Beautiful, convenient and state-of-the-art offices in Chicago’s Loop
- Solid programs in some of the staples: transportation, disability and life insurance
- Wellness initiatives to ensure both health and financial well-being of our team
- Breakfast and lunch options onsite, and more healthy snack options and beverages than you can imagine
- Growing corporate social responsibility program that is driven by the involvement and passion of our team members
Sprout Social is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and an Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please click here (1) Equal Opportunity Employment Poster and (2) Sprout Social's Affirmative Action Statement. Additionally, Sprout Social participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. We value the things that make us different and want to see how you can make our team better!