Senior Counsel at Metropolis in Chicago, IL

Who we are The real world is the next frontier, and at Metropolis, we are creating the artificial intelligence to make it responsive. We are pioneering the Recognition Economy — a future where mundane repetition disappears and being known unlocks access, comfort and belonging everywhere you go. From transforming parking into a seamless drive-in, drive-out experience for millions of Members to expanding our intelligence layer across retail and hospitality, we are building a world that feels instinctive and magical. The future isn’t coming; it’s here, and we need builders, innovators and problem solvers to help us create it. Who you are Metropolis is seeking an enthusiastic and driven Senior Counsel ready to lead legal support for one of our regions, working closely with both the Revenue and Operations management and their teams, and collaborating with the other members of the legal team. What you'll do Provide comprehensive legal support to one or more business regions or practice groups Act as a proactive and trusted business partner, offering legal and business counsel to stakeholders on a wide variety of contract-related issues, compliance matters, and risk assessments Work closely with business teams to develop and execute legal strategies that protect and advance the company’s operations Develop a deep understanding of our cutting-edge technology business and the broader urban mobility industry Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts, including complex software as a service (SaaS) agreements, client agreements, procurement agreements, information technology agreements, government contracts, commercial leasing agreements, and consulting agreements Coordinate resolution of business disputes and manage outside counsel as needed Provide essential support to the Vice President, Associate General Counsel and other attorneys within the department What we're looking for Law degree and currently licensed or has eligibility to be licensed to practice law in either Illinois, Tennessee, or New York 7+ years of progressive work experience in a corporate law department or a business/transactional practice group of a law firm Extensive experience with a wide variety of commercial contracts, including technology, government, and procurement agreements Hardworking, detail-oriented, and enthusiastic professional who thrives in a collaborative and close-knit team environment Ability to work effectively under pressure, prioritize multiple tasks, and meet tight deadlines Strong practical decision-making and problem-solving skills Exceptional transactional and legal writing skills Ability to quickly identify and grasp complex legal issues and communicate key issues clearly and concisely to colleagues and business partners While not required, these are a plus: Demonstrated expertise in drafting and negotiating Software as a Service (SaaS) contracts or commercial leases Prior in-house legal experience 4 Days in Office: Metropolis values in-person collaboration to drive innovation, strengthen culture, and enhance the Member experience. Our corporate team members hold to our office-first model, which requires employees to be on-site at least four days a week, fostering organic interactions that spark creativity and connection. When you join Metropolis, you'll join a team of world-class product leaders and engineers, building an ecosystem of technologies at the intersection of parking, mobility, and real estate. Our goal is to build an inclusive culture where everyone has a voice and the best idea wins. You will play a key role in building and maintaining this culture as our organization grows. The anticipated base salary for this position is $175,000.00 USD to $185,000.00 USD annually. The actual base salary offered is determined by a number of variables, including, as appropriate, the applicant's qualifications for the position, years of relevant experience, distinctive skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location of residence and/or place of employment. Base salary is one component of Metropolis' total compensation package, which may also include access to or eligibility for healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a lucrative stock option plan, bonus plans and more. #LI-WT1 #LI-Onsite Metropolis may utilize an automated employment decision tool (AEDT) to assess or evaluate your candidacy for employment or promotion. AEDTs are used to assist in assessing a candidate’s application relative to the required job qualifications and responsibilities listed in the job posting. As part of this process, Metropolis retains data relevant to your candidacy, including personal information, for a period that is reasonably necessary for the use of the tool. If you are hired for the position, your data may become part of your employee records. Metropolis Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. We make all hiring decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, or pregnancy), national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.