Head of Legal at Apiiro

Tel-Aviv, Tel-Aviv District, Israel -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Sep, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Commercial Law, Negotiation, Data Privacy, Compliance Regulations, Legal Operations, Process Improvement, Technology Solutions, Corporate Law, Intellectual Property, Litigation Management, Risk Management, Strategic Partnerships, Stakeholder Influence, Hands-On Approach, Global Compliance, AI Risk Management

Industry

Computer and Network Security

Description

What We’re About Apiiro is a fast-growing startup at the forefront of the application security field. Our cutting-edge platform is designed to help development teams build secure software quickly, enabling them to move faster while managing risks. As pioneers in the AppSec space, we’re shaping the future of secure software development. If you're looking for an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact and grow with a passionate team, Apiiro is the place to be. What You’re About You’re an experienced legal professional with a strong background in commercial law, ideally from a high-growth tech environment with a proven track record of success in supporting large enterprise clients, including Fortune 500 companies. You bring expertise in negotiating complex agreements,high-value commercial agreements,navigating data privacy and compliance regulations within a global context, and adeptly balancing legal risk with business priorities.. You have significant experience in optimizing legal operations, implementing efficient processes, and leveraging technology to enhance legal function effectiveness. A strategic thinker and trusted advisor, you thrive under pressure, effectively influence stakeholders at all levels, and possess a hands-on approach to getting things done. What You Will Do This role reports to the VP of Finance. Own the company’s entire legal function, serving as its lead legal authority. Partner with the executive team on strategic initiatives, governance, and risk management with a particular focus on commercial growth within the large enterprise markets. Oversee all aspects of legal work: corporate, IP, litigation, commercial contracts, labor & employment, and global compliance. Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements of sophisticated commercial agreements, including master service agreements, licensing agreements, and strategic partnership deals with Fortune 500 clients, protecting company interests while enabling business agility and accelerating revenue generation.Develop and implement efficient legal operations strategies, including process improvements, technology solutions, and vendor management, to ensure efficient and scalable legal support for the business Develop company policies, compliance frameworks, and best practices across all jurisdictions. Manage and coordinate external counsel to ensure effective, cost-efficient support. Intellectual Property Protection Management: Develop and execute comprehensive strategies for the identification, protection, maintenance, and enforcement of the company’s intellectual property portfolio, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, globally. Litigation Management: Oversee and manage all aspects of litigation, disputes, and regulatory inquiries, including developing defense strategies, managing outside counsel, and negotiating settlements to protect the company's interests. AI Risk Management: Assess and mitigate legal risks associated with the development and deployment of artificial intelligence technologies, ensuring compliance with evolving AI regulations, ethical guidelines, and data privacy considerations. Strategic Partnership Agreement and Negotiation: Lead the negotiation and drafting of complex strategic partnership agreements, ensuring alignment with business objectives and robust legal protection for the company. What We Stand For at Apiiro OneTeam, One Mission means we’re all in it together - tearing down walls, listening to every voice, and working as one to create real value for our customers. Striving for Greatness drives us to keep pushing forward, aiming higher, and staying resilient. We don’t believe in “good enough.” Own It, we take pride in what we do. We’re all about accountability, trust, and transparency, so we’re empowered to make a real impact. Customer Centric means our customers are at the heart of everything. We go beyond just meeting their needs; we build solutions that truly make a difference. These values keep us motivated to deliver the best for our customers and each other, every single day. If you're ready to join a team that's dedicated to transforming the future of app security, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and let’s build the next generation of secure software together!

Responsibilities

The Head of Legal will own the company’s entire legal function and partner with the executive team on strategic initiatives, governance, and risk management. They will oversee all aspects of legal work, including corporate, IP, litigation, commercial contracts, labor & employment, and global compliance.