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Job Description
Are you a dynamic, business-savvy attorney who thrives at the intersection of law, technology, data, and innovation? Arity (Allstate Company) — a cutting-edge data and analytics company—is seeking a Senior Managing Commercial Counsel to provide strategic legal guidance across a broad spectrum of business activities.
This is a unique opportunity to be a key advisor and thought leader within Arity’s leadership team, working on high-impact initiatives involving privacy, product development, adtech, marketing, data governance, and commercial transactions.
In this role, you will serve as a trusted partner to Arity’s senior leadership while collaborating closely with teams across Arity and Allstate’s broader legal organization. We’re looking for a proactive and forward-thinking attorney who can navigate complex, matrixed environments and drive actionable outcomes in a fast-paced, evolving landscape.
Key Responsibilities:
Core Legal & Strategic Advisory
- Provide timely, business-oriented legal counsel on a wide range of matters, including product development, marketing, and sales strategies.
- Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements—particularly in the areas of technology, data, and services.
- Offer strategic advice on emerging legal and business issues, particularly related to commercial contracts, privacy, consumer protection, and regulatory compliance.
- Anticipate legal risks and propose pragmatic, innovative solutions aligned with business goals.
Leadership & Business Partnership
- Act as a key legal advisor to the Arity executive team, contributing to strategic planning, execution, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Build strong, trusted relationships across the organization to align legal guidance with business priorities.
- Represent Arity within Allstate’s legal department, helping to shape legal policy and practice across a portfolio of affiliated companies.
Operational Excellence
- Drive legal process improvements and work flows, including contract management systems, templates, playbooks, and intake protocols.
- Conduct complex legal research and collaborate cross-functionally to assess the impact of evolving laws and regulations on business operations.
- Manage outside counsel relationships and budgets effectively.
- Foster a culture of constructive dialogue and teamwork across a geographically distributed legal team.
What a Typical Day Might Include
- Advising on the legal implications of a new product or evolving corporate structure.
- Distilling and communicating complex legal issues in a clear, actionable manner for business stakeholders.
- Drafting and negotiating data licensing agreements or strategic commercial deals.
- Leading the implementation of a compliance or governance initiative.
You’ll Be a Great Fit If You:
- Enjoy navigating and advising in legally unsettled or fast-evolving areas.
- Are process-oriented and eager to streamline legal operations.
- Bring a collaborative, solutions-driven mindset to the table.
- Can balance legal precision with business practicality.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Oversees individual contributors, contractors, consultants, and temporary staff.
Education and Experience:
- J.D. from an accredited institution and active bar membership in good standing.
- 10+ years of legal experience in a law firm and/or in-house legal department, preferably within technology, data, or high-growth startup environments.
- Demonstrated expertise in structuring, drafting, and negotiating complex commercial contracts (tech, data, privacy, services).
- Experience navigating regulated industries and aligning legal strategies with compliance, policy, and legislative frameworks.
- Proven leadership in cross-functional or matrixed teams, including process improvement and legal operations.
- Preference for experience advising commercial business units and/or holding business roles outside of legal.
Technical & Functional Skills
- Strong leadership and team development skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication with executive-level presence.
- Strategic thinker with strong project and budget management capabilities.
- High degree of discretion and professionalism in handling sensitive matters.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and legal tech tools.
- Business acumen and ability to contribute to ROI-driven decision-making.
- Additional Details
- Travel required as needed.
- Remote opportunity available; preference for candidates located in Chicago, IL; Scottsdale, AZ; Charlotte, NC; or Irving, TX.
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Skills
Business Contracts, Business Technology, Commercial Contract Management, Contract Negotiations, Legal Practices, Legal Services, Negotiation, Negotiation Planning, Negotiation Strategies, Negotiation Tactics, People Management, Problem Solving, Strategy Plan, Technical Specifications, Time Management
Compensation
Compensation offered for this role is $112,000.00 – 196,750.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.
The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.
Joining our team isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. One where you can shape the future of protection while supporting causes that mean the most to you. Joining our team means being part of something bigger – a winning team making a meaningful impact.
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