Sr. Corporate Counsel
Candescent
Candescent is the leading cloud-based digital banking solutions provider for financial institutions. We are transforming digital banking with intelligent, cloud-powered solutions that connect account opening, digital banking, and branch experiences for financial institutions. Our advanced technology and developer tools enable seamless, differentiated customer journeys that elevate trust, service, and innovation. Success here requires flexibility in a fast-paced environment, a client-first mindset, and a commitment to delivering consistent, reliable results as part of a performance-driven, values-led team. With team members around the world, Candescent is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Title: Sr. Corporate Counsel, Candescent
Location: Hyderabad or Bangalore
Sr. Corporate Counsel
Candescent works in a dynamic and collegial team of attorneys and contract managers with a mentoring approach from leadership. This position focuses on negotiating commercial contracts for Candescent’s procurement needs while balancing agility with risk management.
KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:
Negotiate vendor contracts
Exercise sound judgment in advising business clients on contract interpretation and risk
Develop contract templates to drive efficiencies
Assist with preparing detailed playbooks to frame risk profile for vendor contracts
Assist with implementing IronClad CLM
Collaborate cross-functionally to close contract terms with information security, sales, finance, and compliance teams
Opportunity for career development following demonstrated mastery of commercial contracts across a variety of legal needs, including partner engagements, advising on fintech regulatory compliance, employment law, corporate governance, and other areas of interest
BASIC REQUIREMENTS & EXPERIENCE:
J.D. from an accredited, top tier law school
Required:
5+ years negotiating enterprise-level commercial SAAS contracts, including Data Protection Addendums and professional services agreements
Self-starter who works with urgency and proactively manages response timelines
Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
Confidence and efficacy, presenting a positive and professional image
Team player with attention to detail
Travel not expected
Statement to Third Party Agencies
To ALL recruitment agencies: Candescent only accepts resumes from agencies on the preferred supplier list. Please do not forward resumes to our applicant tracking system, Candescent employees, or any Candescent facility. Candescent is not responsible for any fees or charges associated with unsolicited resumes.