Senior Legal Counsel

FICO (NYSE: FICO) is a leading global analytics software company, helping businesses in 100+ countries make better decisions. Join our world-class team today and fulfill your career potential!

The Opportunity

“FICO Legal team has an opportunity for a lawyer who has experience with SaaS/software licensing and professional services contract experience inside a corporate legal department as well as experience relating to data protection. Working knowledge of the EU AI Act, DORA and EBA Guidelines is helpful and proficiency in German, Spanish or Swedish would also be helpful but in no way necessary. The successful candidate will form part of the EMEA Legal department reporting to the Sr Director, Head of Legal, EMEA and will work alongside two other lawyers and a Contracts Administrator. The main focus of the work will be commercial contracting for SaaS/software and working with global partners & alliances (resellers, ISV, GSI, processors etc), with additional focus on data protection, EMEA regulation, template commercial work, special projects and sales enablement.” – Hiring Manager.

What You’ll Contribute

• Draft, review, and negotiate all types of agreements (e.g., sales, service, subcontract, software, procurement, non-disclosure, hosting, SaaS, data protection etc.) for assigned client(s) both internal and external.

• Review defined contract terms (i.e. limitation of liability, intellectual property indemnity, license grants, warranty, etc.) and revise accordingly consistent with FICO policies and procedures.

• Support EMEA sales/business teams on opportunities, including support of the RFP process and those contract terms requiring approval.

• Provide contract review coordination across businesses (e.g. product, services, finance, etc.) in support of clients, as assigned;

• Provide backup support to others in department as needed.

• Support special projects as assigned by department leadership.

• Support department for contract template revisions, contract interpretation and translation, as requested.

• Consistently perform function in a professional and timely manner, demonstrating legal leadership.

• Demonstrates competent understanding of the business and FICO’s policies and procedures and local laws. 

• Protects FICO from unnecessary contract liabilities, damages, penalties, etc. 

• Identifies red flag risk areas and works with business team to seek appropriate approvals.

• Provides accurate guidance to assigned business contacts, to ensure contract is aligned with FICO’s corporate policies. 

• Demonstrates a solid knowledge of contracting practices and skill sets. 

• Maintains a strong client focus both internally and externally with superior client interaction skills.

What We’re Seeking

• Licensed to Practice law and in good standing in any jurisdiction. 

• Relevant experience in SaaS/software licensing, data protection, preferably with some in house corporate legal department exposure.

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) in English. Fluency in the alternative language a plus but not essential.

• Knowledge of terminology commonly used in contract and SaaS/software licensing.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collegial and supportive team environment.

• The successful candidate will be a self-motivated individual with a strong work ethic, sense of humor, and superior prioritisation and organisational skills.

• Ability to travel is a plus but not essential.

• Strong analytical and contract formation, preparation, drafting, review, management and negotiation skills.  A confident team player with an ability to listen.   

• Ability to identify key risk and policy issues in any transactional situation/opportunity.

• Strong risk-management and problem solving/solution-oriented skills.

• Basic understanding of United States or English software intellectual property law and practices.

• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.

• One day per week in the office would be preferred.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office products.

Our Offer to You

• An inclusive culture strongly reflecting our core values: Act Like an Owner, Delight Our Customers and Earn the Respect of Others.

• The opportunity to make an impact and develop professionally by leveraging your unique strengths and participating in valuable learning experiences.

• Highly competitive compensation, benefits and rewards programs that encourage you to bring your best every day and be recognized for doing so.

• An engaging, people-first work environment offering work/life balance, employee resource groups, and social events to promote interaction and camaraderie.

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Why Make a Move to FICO?

At FICO, you can develop your career with a leading organization in one of the fastest-growing fields in technology today – Big Data analytics.  You’ll play a part in our commitment to help businesses use data to improve every choice they make, using advances in artificial intelligence, machine learning, optimization, and much more.

FICO makes a real difference in the way businesses operate worldwide:

•    Credit Scoring — FICO® Scores are used by 90 of the top 100 US lenders.

•    Fraud Detection and Security — 4 billion payment cards globally are protected by FICO fraud systems.

•    Lending — 3/4 of US mortgages are approved using the FICO Score.

Global trends toward digital transformation have created tremendous demand for FICO’s solutions, placing us among the world’s top 100 software companies by revenue. We help many of the world’s largest banks, insurers, retailers, telecommunications providers and other firms reach a new level of success. Our success is dependent on really talented people – just like you – who thrive on the collaboration and innovation that’s nurtured by a diverse and inclusive environment. We’ll provide the support you need, while ensuring you have the freedom to develop your skills and grow your career.  Join FICO and help change the way business thinks!

Learn more about how you can fulfil your potential at www.fico.com/Careers

FICO promotes a culture of inclusion and seeks to attract a diverse set of candidates for each job opportunity. We are an equal employment opportunity employer and we’re proud to offer employment and advancement opportunities to all candidates without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. Research has shown that women and candidates from underrepresented communities may not apply for an opportunity if they don’t meet all stated qualifications. While our qualifications are clearly related to role success, each candidate’s profile is unique and strengths in certain skill and/or experience areas can be equally effective. If you believe you have many, but not necessarily all, of the stated qualifications we encourage you to apply.

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