Commercial Legal Counsel

Liftoff is a leading AI-powered performance marketing platform for the mobile app economy. Our end-to-end technology stack helps app marketers acquire and retain high-value users, while enabling publishers to maximize revenue across programmatic and direct demand.

Liftoff’s solutions, including Accelerate, Direct, Monetize, Intelligence, and Vungle Exchange, support over 6,600 mobile businesses across 74 countries in sectors such as gaming, social, finance, ecommerce, and entertainment. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Redwood City, CA, Liftoff has a diverse, global presence.

Liftoff is looking for a Commercial Legal Counsel that will assist the in-house legal department with Insertion Orders (Agreements), third party contracts and other legal needs. This position will support the Commercial, Finance and Accounting teams, located around the world. 

As a Commercial Legal Counsel at Liftoff, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless execution of contracts that drive our business forward. You will be at the intersection of legal expertise, meticulous organization, and collaborative teamwork. Your responsibilities will encompass contract drafting, negotiation, process improvement and training. As an essential part of our team, you'll contribute to the foundation of our business relationships and help us navigate the complex world of contracts with precision and efficiency. If you're passionate about detail-oriented work, contract law, and making a meaningful impact, this role is your opportunity to shine. Join us in shaping the way we manage contracts and elevate our commitment to excellence.

Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including vendor agreements, customer contracts, and licensing agreements, to ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including legal, sales/commercial, product, engineering, finance and accounting to understand contract terms, resolve issues, and provide guidance on contractual matters.
• Maintain an organized and up-to-date contract ticketing system, respond to each contract ticket in a timely manner and track contract milestones and deadlines.
• Assist in  contract compliance, addressing any deviations or breaches.
• Assist in the development and improvement of contract templates and standard clauses.
• Support the contract approval process, ensuring proper authorization and documentation.
• Provide guidance and training to employees on contract-related matters and best practices.
• Stay updated on relevant laws and regulations impacting contract management.

Requirements: 

• 5-10 Years of experience
• Bachelor's degree in Law, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Contracts Counsel/Legal Counsel or in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of contract law and legal terminology.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational and time management abilities.
• Proficiency in contract management software or tools.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment globally.
• Prior experience in ad-tech is a plus.

Location:

This position is based in London or remotely within the United Kingdom, occasionally going into the office.

This position is a contract position with the potential to become a full-time employee. The expected hours of work required for this position are 35 to 40 hours per week, with occasional early evening hours for team meetings, as the manager is located in our Redwood City office in California.

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Liftoff offers a fast-paced, collaborative, and innovative work environment where employees are empowered to grow and make an impact. We’re shaping the future of the mobile app ecosystem—join us and help accelerate what’s next.

Liftoff’s compensation strategy includes competitive salaries, equity, and benefits designed to support employee well-being and performance. We benchmark compensation based on role, level, and location to ensure fairness and market alignment. Benefits may include medical coverage, wellness stipends, and additional perks based on your country of residence.

Liftoff is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Agency and Third Party Recruiter Notice:

Liftoff does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies in response to job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers or Recruiting Team. All candidates must be submitted via our Applicant Tracking System by approved Liftoff vendors who have been expressly requested to make a submission by our Recruiting Team for a specific job opening. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless such a request has been made by the Liftoff Recruiting Team and such a candidate was submitted to the Liftoff Recruiting Team via our Applicant Tracking System.