Job Description
We are driven by our moral imperative to advance mankind - and it all starts with our people, product and purpose. We always carry a deep sense of drive and passion with us. If you thrive in a challenging work environment, surrounded by incredible team members who will help you grow, MX is the right place for you.
Come build with us and be part of an award-winning company that’s helping create meaningful and lasting change in the financial industry.
Job Summary
We are seeking eager and talented Legal Counsel - Commercial to join the Legal Team at MX. The Legal Counsel - Commercial will support MX by providing legal support throughout the company, including transactional, employment, regulatory and compliance responsibilities. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work closely with internal legal experts, cross-functional teams, and key stakeholders to drive business growth and success.
Job Duties
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Provide legal support and guidance to the Enterprise Sales Team and the Procurement Team throughout the sales/procurement cycle, including contract drafting, review, negotiation, and management.
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Collaborate with the Enterprise Sales, Finance, and other MX Teams to ensure that proposed deals comply with company policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
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Assist in the development and improvement of templates across the company, including for the Enterprise Sales, Partnerships, People, and other MX Teams.
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Develop and improve processes, policies, and standard operating procedures to streamline legal and compliance workflows.
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Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of state employment laws and protections relating to employment.
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Manage and improve the contract management system, including auditing of contracts, improving reports and working with various stakeholders to collect and maintain key business terms in a readily available and consumable fashion.
Requirements
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Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing with the relevant state bar association.
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3+ years of industry experience in a corporate legal department or law firm, including contract negotiation, legal research, and litigation experience related to employment law preferred.
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Experience creating, scaling, and maintaining policies and processes to streamline and simplify internal functions.
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Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.
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Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
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Strong desire to learn legal skills and best practices and to develop as an attorney.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and influence decision-making.
**Please note that this position does not accept sponsorship candidates at this time. Only US-based candidates who are authorized to work in the US without sponsorship, now or in the future, will be considered for this role.
At MX, we are a high-performance organization that thrives on trust and results. This role is based in Lehi, Utah, with flexibility for both in-office and remote work. We believe in empowering our team members to deliver exceptional outcomes while taking advantage of our incredible office space when it best supports their work. Our Utah office features onsite perks such as company-paid meals, massage therapists, a sports simulator, gym, mother’s lounge, and meditation room and meaningful interactions with amazing people. We encourage team members to come together in the office to collaborate, kick off key projects, or strategize cross-functionally, fostering connection and innovation.
MX is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we never discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, military or veteran status, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We particularly welcome applications from veterans and military spouses. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. You may request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to hr@mx.com.
