Commercial Counsel - USDS

Responsibilities

About TikTok U.S. Data Security
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. U.S. Data Security (“USDS”) is a subsidiary of TikTok in the U.S. This new, security-first division was created to bring heightened focus and governance to our data protection policies and content assurance protocols to keep U.S. users safe. Our focus is on providing oversight and protection of the TikTok platform and U.S. user data, so millions of Americans can continue turning to TikTok to learn something new, earn a living, express themselves creatively, or be entertained. The teams within USDS that deliver on this commitment daily span across Trust & Safety, Security & Privacy, Engineering, User & Product Ops, Corporate Functions and more.

Why Join Us
Creation is the core of TikTok's purpose. Our platform is built to help imaginations thrive. This is doubly true of the teams that make TikTok possible.
Together, we inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we all believe in and aim towards achieving every day.
To us, every challenge, no matter how difficult, is an opportunity; to learn, to innovate, and to grow as one team. Status quo? Never. Courage? Always.
At TikTok, we create together and grow together. That's how we drive impact - for ourselves, our company, and the communities we serve.
Join us.

Team Intro
The TikTok USDS Legal & Compliance team manages and oversees legal, privacy, and regulatory matters pertaining to TikTok USDS's operations. We collaborate cross-functionally and globally to address some of the most complex and intriguing issues in privacy and data security. To help our business, and corporate & functional services teams enable their vision by providing integrated legal guidance and support, we are seeking a bright and capable Commercial Transaction Counsel. The ideal candidate will not only be adept at providing legal guidance, but will also be business-savvy, understanding USDS's overarching goals and objectives. This attorney will partner with the business on general commercial and procurement matters and be responsible for negotiating, drafting, and implementing agreements with TikTok USDS's Procurement Vendors.

In order to enhance collaboration and cross-functional partnerships, among other things, at this time, our organization follows a hybrid work schedule that requires employees to work in the office 3 days a week, or as directed by their manager/department. We regularly review our hybrid work model, and the specific requirements may change at any time.

Responsibilities
- Provide strategic counsel and proactively lead the review and negotiation of a broad range of commercial agreements with a strong focus on technology licensing, SaaS and professional services agreements.
- Contribute to the improvement of current processes and procedures, such as by creating templates and developing legal trainings and playbooks.
- Identify and assess legal risks associated with commercial agreements and provide actionable advice to mitigate those risks
- Provide timely and practical guidance on risk management, internal policy compliance and contractual obligations.
- Develop strong, collaborative relationships cross-functionally and within the legal team, including with strategic partners such as security, procurement and finance to ensure alignment and compliance with company objectives, contractual obligations and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
- J.D. degree from ABA accredited law school (or foreign equivalent) with membership in good standing in a US state bar
- 3+ years of experience in commercial transactions, with a focus on the technology industry
- Experience in an in-house legal department specializing in technology transactions
- Outstanding communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing and working collaboratively with various teams
- Strong relationship-building skills
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail
- Outstanding communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing and working collaboratively with various teams

Preferred Qualifications
- Proven track record in reviewing, negotiating, and drafting commercial agreements
- Strong focus on compliance and ensuring commitments are honored
- Proactive bias for action and ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent organizational skills and a proven track record of successfully managing multiple projects and prioritizing effectively in a fast-paced environment

D&I Statement
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