Legal Counsel (Corporate & Technology)

We are looking for an experienced Legal Counsel (Corporate & Technology) to join a collaborative legal team supporting corporate and technology initiatives in Cincinnati, Ohio. This is a Long-term Contract position designed for someone who wants to make a meaningful impact over an initial six-month engagement while building toward a potentially longer-term opportunity. The role focuses on complex commercial contracting, privacy and regulatory matters, and practical legal guidance for business stakeholders across technology and corporate functions.

Responsibilities:
• Lead the drafting, review, and negotiation of sophisticated commercial agreements, including software, cloud, licensing, consulting, outsourcing, and technology services contracts.
• Advise internal teams on legal issues tied to data privacy, information security, and the use of sensitive personal or health-related information in business arrangements.
• Prepare and negotiate supporting legal documents such as nondisclosure agreements, confidentiality terms, and data use agreements for a range of business needs.
• Partner with corporate stakeholders on matters involving banking documentation, investment-related diligence, and governance activities, with room to broaden scope over time.
• Counsel the business on the procurement and implementation of artificial intelligence solutions, including vendor risk evaluation, responsible use considerations, and emerging regulatory obligations.
• Review communications and business materials to help ensure legal accuracy, consistency, and alignment with company policies and external requirements.
• Provide practical guidance on compliance with healthcare privacy frameworks, state data protection laws, and breach notification obligations relevant to company operations.
• Work closely with a small legal team and cross-functional partners, contributing flexibly wherever priorities shift and supporting a high-volume, fast-moving environment.• Juris Doctor degree and active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Demonstrated in-house experience negotiating commercial and technology agreements rather than primarily law firm-based contract support.
• Strong background in drafting and negotiating vendor contracts involving SaaS, cloud platforms, software licensing, and related services.
• Working knowledge of privacy and data protection requirements, including HIPAA and related state-level data privacy regulations.
• Experience advising on risk, compliance, and legal considerations related to procurement, technology deployments, and business operations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively while communicating clearly with legal and non-legal stakeholders.
• Collaborative mindset with the flexibility to support a lean team and adapt to changing business needs.
• Exposure to artificial intelligence contracting, governance, or regulatory issues is preferred.