Commercial Counsel na Energy Exemplar
Energy Exemplar · Salt Lake City, Estados Unidos Da América · Hybrid
- Professional
- Escritório em Salt Lake City
About Energy Exemplar
In an era where the world is rapidly advancing towards a cleaner future through decarbonization, Energy Exemplar’s mission lies in ‘Empowering Transformative Energy Decisions’. Founded in 1999 in Adelaide, Australia, our award-winning software portfolio encompassing the modeling and simulation platform PLEXOS®, Aurora, and Adapt2, is trusted by innovative organizations across the globe. Through our technology and people, we strive to enable stakeholders from across the entire energy value chain to revolutionize the energy ecosystem and to collaboratively plan and execute for a sustainable energy future with unprecedented clarity, speed, and innovation.
Our impact is global and is being recognized across the industry. Some of our recent accolades include:
- SaaS Company of the Year (2025) – Global Business Tech Awards.
- Environmental Impact Award (2025) – E+E Leaders Awards.
- IPPAI (Independent Power Producers Association of India) Power Awards (2025) - Winners
- Finalist: Platts Global Energy Awards (2024) – Grid Edge category
- Finalist: Reuters Global Energy Transition Awards (2024) – Technologies of Change
- Top 50 Marketing Team (2024) – Voted by the public at the ICON Awards.
How We Work
Energy Exemplar is growing fast around 30% year on year and, that growth is driven by how we work. We trust our team to deliver great results from wherever they work best, whether that’s at home, in the office, or on the move.
We’re a global team that values ownership, integrity, and innovation. You’ll be supported to balance work and life in a way that works for you, and empowered to take initiative, solve problems, and make an impact, regardless of your background, location, or role.
Our four core values, Customer Success, One Global Team, Integrity & Ownership, and Innovation Excellence aren’t just words. They show up in how we collaborate, how we solve, and how we grow together.
We are seeking an Experienced Commercial Counsel to join our global Legal team. This role will serve as a key business partner, with primary responsibility for negotiating and managing complex commercial contracts that underpin our growth. The successful candidate will act as the first point of contact for contract-related matters while also supporting broader legal and compliance needs across the business.
Key Responsibilities
Commercial Contracts (Core Focus)
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of agreements, including:
SaaS subscriptions and software licensing agreements
Professional services and consultancy contracts
Reseller, channel partner, and alliance agreements
Supplier and vendor contracts
Confidentiality and data processing agreements
Advise on contract structures, risk allocation, and negotiation strategy to support business objectives.
Partner with Sales, Procurement, and Finance teams to streamline contract workflows and support timely deal closure.
- Drive improvements in contract lifecycle management, including adoption of legal technology tools.
General Legal & Compliance Support
Provide practical, business-focused legal advice to stakeholders across departments.
Support compliance with global data protection, anti-bribery, export control, and other regulatory frameworks.
Assist with corporate governance, subsidiary management, and internal policies.
Advise on intellectual property matters, including licensing, trademarks, and copyright.
Support HR with employment agreements and policy matters as needed.
Manage disputes and pre-litigation issues, coordinating with external counsel when required.
Continuous Improvement & Enablement
Develop and deliver training for business teams on contract and compliance best practices.
Promote risk awareness and empower commercial teams to engage more confidently with legal processes.
Contribute to scaling legal operations in line with Energy Exemplar’s global expansion.
Qualifications
Qualified lawyer (JD, LLB, or equivalent) with admission to practice in at least one jurisdiction.
5–8 years’ experience in commercial law, with a strong focus on drafting and negotiating SaaS/software contracts.
Demonstrated experience balancing legal risk with commercial objectives in a fast-paced environment.
Strong knowledge of intellectual property, data privacy, and compliance frameworks.
Excellent negotiation, drafting, and communication skills.
Collaborative, business-minded, and solutions-driven approach.
Experience in an international, growth-stage SaaS or technology business is highly desirable.
What We Offer
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Opportunity to work on high-impact deals in the global energy sector.
A collaborative, diverse, and mission-driven team environment.
Professional development and career growth opportunities.
Energy Exemplar is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, identities, and abilities. Please let us know if you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process—we're here to support you in showcasing your full potential.
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