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Sr. Counsel, Channel & Commercial

Posted 16 Days Ago
Remote or Hybrid
Hiring Remotely in USA
165K-235K Annually
Senior level
Remote or Hybrid
Hiring Remotely in USA
165K-235K Annually
Senior level
The Senior Counsel will draft and negotiate complex agreements, support sales and business development teams, and maintain legal templates for Zscaler's operations.
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About Zscaler

Serving thousands of enterprise customers around the world including 45% of Fortune 500 companies, Zscaler (NASDAQ: ZS) was founded in 2007 with a mission to make the cloud a safe place to do business and a more enjoyable experience for enterprise users. As the operator of the world’s largest security cloud, Zscaler accelerates digital transformation so enterprises can be more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure. The pioneering, AI-powered Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange™ platform, which is found in our SASE and SSE offerings, protects thousands of enterprise customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location.

Named a Best Workplace in Technology by Fortune and others, Zscaler fosters an inclusive and supportive culture that is home to some of the brightest minds in the industry. If you thrive in an environment that is fast-paced and collaborative, and you are passionate about building and innovating for the greater good, come make your next move with Zscaler. 

Our general and administrative teams help to support and scale our great company. Whether striving to grow our workforce, nurture an amazing culture and work environment, support our financial and legal operations, or maintain our global infrastructure, the G&A team provides a strong foundation for growth. Put your passion, drive, and expertise to work with the world’s cloud security leader.

We’re looking for a talented, highly motivated, and business-oriented Senior Counsel with extensive experience negotiating a variety of complex inbound and outbound agreements to join our Legal team. The Senior Counsel will provide support to Zscaler’s Partners & Alliances, Procurement, Sales, and Business Development teams. Reporting to the Associate General Counsel, Head of Channel & Commercial, you will be responsible for:

  • Drafting and negotiating, Reseller, MSSP, and partnership agreements, as well as creating terms and conditions for channel programs and initiatives
  • Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating Zscaler’s vendor agreements, including SaaS, license agreements (including the use of AI/ML), hardware, data center, cloud services, security addenda, and DPAs
  • Negotiating Zscaler’s customer agreements, including SaaS contracts, security exhibits, and BAAs
  • Collaborating with sales, channel, procurement, and business development teams, providing legal advice and support
  • Creating and updating templates, playbooks, and processes to maintain consistency and efficiency in the legal function

What We’re Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)

  • J.D. degree from an accredited U.S. law school and active admission to a State Bar
  • 7–10+ years of experience drafting and negotiating complex agreements, with strong attention to detail and business judgment
  • Extensive background in commercial transactions within technology and SaaS industries
  • Knowledge of data privacy and security regulations (CCPA, GDPR, etc.) with proven experience drafting and negotiating data privacy agreements
  • Experience working with large multinational partners, vendors, and customers
  • Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships across legal and non-legal teams
  • Flexibility and eagerness to work effectively under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment

What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

  • Experience both in-house at a technology company and at a law firm

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Zscaler’s salary ranges are benchmarked and are determined by role and level. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations and could be higher or lower based on a multitude of factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

The base salary range listed for this full-time position excludes commission/ bonus/ equity (if applicable) + benefits.

Base Pay Range
$164,500$235,000 USD

At Zscaler, we are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve and the customers we work with. We foster an inclusive environment that values all backgrounds and perspectives, emphasizing collaboration and belonging. Join us in our mission to make doing business seamless and secure.

Our Benefits program is one of the most important ways we support our employees. Zscaler proudly offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families throughout their life stages, including:

  • Various health plans
  • Time off plans for vacation and sick time
  • Parental leave options
  • Retirement options
  • Education reimbursement
  • In-office perks, and more!

Learn more about Zscaler’s Future of Work strategy, hybrid working model, and benefits here.

By applying for this role, you adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and Zscaler policies, including those related to security and privacy standards and guidelines.

Zscaler is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We strive to create a workplace where employees are treated with respect and have the chance to succeed. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. See more information by clicking on the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal link.

Pay Transparency

Zscaler complies with all applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency rules.

Zscaler is committed to providing reasonable support (called accommodations or adjustments) in our recruiting processes for candidates who are differently abled, have long term conditions, mental health conditions or sincerely held religious beliefs, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support.

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