Commercial Contracts Counsel – SaaS Services at Moment

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Dec, 25

Salary

250000.0

Posted On

24 Sep, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Commercial Contracts, Negotiation Skills, Contract Law, SaaS Agreements, Intellectual Property, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, Detail-Oriented, Organizational Skills, Project Management

Industry

Financial Services

Description

FULL-TIME | NYC (IN-PERSON) About Moment Moment is building the first operating system for fixed income, the largest financial market in the world valued at $150T+ globally. We work with the largest financial institutions to bring all of their fixed income operations into a single platform. Founded by former quants at Citadel Securities and Jane Street, Moment serves global financial institutions with over $5T+ in assets after publicly launching in 2024. The fixed income market is undergoing rapid transformation: Electronic trading has skyrocketed, with corporate bond electronic volumes growing 10x over the last decade Rising rates - from near zero to roughly 5% - have sparked a surge in demand Financial institutions are increasingly partnering with fintechs to modernize legacy infrastructure AI advances are enabling workflow automation that was once thought impossible Despite the market’s scale, most workflows remain incredibly manual: traders juggle multiple screens, portfolio managers exchange sprawling spreadsheets, and critical coordination still happens by phone or chat. Moment is unlocking a new automation paradigm for the industry by unifying these workflows into one system. We're backed by world class investors including Index, A16Z, and Lightspeed, and have raised $56M in funding. We recently raised a $36M Series B by Index. You can read Bloomberg's coverage of it here and the memo Index wrote on why they invested. The Role We are seeking an experienced attorney to join our legal team with a primary focus on drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements related to the purchase and sale of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions. The ideal candidate will bring strong commercial contracting experience, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to support business teams in complex, fast-paced transactions. In this role, you will: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including SaaS subscription agreements, master service agreements, professional services agreements, reseller/distribution arrangements, and confidentiality agreements. Partner with sales, product, procurement, and compliance teams to facilitate transactions while managing legal risk. Advise on contract interpretation and dispute resolution, ensuring compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements. Develop and improve contract templates, playbooks, and negotiation guidelines to streamline the contracting process. Monitor and analyze legal developments in commercial contracting and SaaS delivery models, and provide practical guidance to stakeholders. Collaborate with outside counsel as needed. What We’re Looking For: Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and admission to at least one U.S. state bar. Minimum of 5 years post-law school experience, including at least 3 years directly focused on drafting and negotiating commercial agreements. Strong knowledge of contract law and commercial transactions; experience with SaaS agreements highly preferred. Familiarity with intellectual property issues in technology licensing and services agreements. Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to balance legal and business considerations. Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple projects with competing priorities. Preferred Qualifications Exposure to regulatory issues under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Experience working with or advising financial services, fintech, or investment advisory businesses. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. Compensation & Benefits For this role, the salary range is $200,000 to $250,000 + equity. Actual compensation will vary based on skills, experience, and interview performance. In addition to a competitive salary and equity package, we provide every employee with: Grow into the leader you aspire to be. At a fast-growing company in an expanding industry, you can enjoy career growth. Comprehensive wellness package, providing top-notch health, dental, and vision coverage with 100% company reimbursement for most plans. Competitive compensation, top-notch gym stipends ($150), and equity into the company. Flexible PTO policy that people actually use — on average, people take three weeks off per year. 401k with employer match (4%) to help you save for your future. Paid lunches in the office, every day through Uber Eats and a free UberOne membership ($25/meal).

Responsibilities

The role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of commercial contracts related to SaaS solutions. The attorney will partner with various teams to facilitate transactions while managing legal risks and ensuring compliance with legal requirements.