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Sr. Director, Associate General Counsel, Commercial Lead
About this role
Sr. Director, Associate General Counsel, Commercial Lead The Elevator Pitch: Evolv Technology is on a mission to make the world safer through AI-powered security solutions. As we continue to scale, we are seeking an experienced and business-minded commercial transactions leader to help build a world-class, customer-focused legal function that enables Evolv to grow responsibly. Reporting directly to the General Counsel and partnering closely with GTM leadership, this role offers a unique opportunity to elevate Evolv’s commercial legal function—streamlining deal execution, supporting our channel partner ecosystem, and shaping the foundation of a global commercial legal team.
You will help architect a contracting engine that balances operational efficiency with risk mitigation and supports Evolv’s expansion into new markets and verticals. The ideal candidate is a seasoned negotiator with a strong record of closing complex enterprise and channel deals, employs a collaborative approach to cross-functional partnerships, and has a passion for building systems that scale. This is a high-impact role for a hands-on legal leader excited to contribute to a mission-driven, growing technology company.
What You’ll Do Strategic Legal Leadership Lead a small but high-performing commercial legal team, covering strategic and enterprise transactions, as well as partner deals, globally. Serve as key legal advisor to Sales, Channel, and other cross-functional leaders. Play a crucial leadership role in legal team strategy, operations, and goal setting. Monitor legal and regulatory developments that are relevant to Evolv’s GTM business - think ahead, see around corners, and help prepare for and minimize risks that may arise in the future.
Build a Scalable Contracting Engine with GTM Enablement Design, deliver, and automate scalable contracting frameworks, playbooks, templates, and end-to-end contracting processes that reduce friction and accelerate sales cycles. Collaborate with Finance, Compliance, and Product on strategic initiatives such as partner programs, new product launches, renewals, and customer policies. Partner cross-functionally to ensure GTM strategies and contracts are supported with the right policies, training, and infrastructure.