Corporate Attorney

Who We Are
OpenTech is a technology company that provides innovative solutions and exceptional service for self storage property owners and customers. We have the high energy level and customer focus of an innovative startup, backed by the experience and leadership of a top management team. We are passionate about partnering with our clients to create opportunities for success, and committed to continuously improving ourselves, our processes and our solutions. We make mistakes, but it is how we recover from them that makes us a great company. Sound like the place for you?

Who We Are Looking For
You might be a great fit for OpenTech if: You are collaborative, hardworking, value integrity and bring a positive attitude to everything you do. You care about where you work and the people you work with. You are a creative problem solver and can prove it. You are a team player, ready to step up and step in when needed. You value individuality and actively seek out perspectives, ideas and insights other than your own. You like people and they like you.
 

The Corporate Attorney provides practical, business-focused legal support across the organization. This role partners closely with leadership, HR, Finance, Operations, and other functional teams to manage legal risk, support growth, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and company policies. The Corporate Attorney focuses on commercial contracts, corporate governance, employment matters, compliance, and support for transactions and strategic projects.

This position is designed for an attorney with approximately 3 to 5 years of experience who is ready to take on meaningful responsibility within a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
 

Essential Job Functions

Commercial contracts and transactions
•    Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of commercial agreements, including vendor, customer, licensing, services, marketing, NDAs, and lease agreements.
•    Provide clear, timely advice to internal stakeholders on contract terms, risk allocation, and negotiation strategy.
•    Maintain and improve contract templates, playbooks, and contract management processes to increase consistency and efficiency.
•    Lead the management of supplier contracts, providing legal guidance on negotiations, renewals, and ongoing contractual obligations.

Corporate governance and entity management
•    Support the preparation and maintenance of corporate records, including minutes, consents, resolutions, and corporate policies.
•    Assist with the formation, maintenance, and dissolution of entities as needed, including coordination with external counsel for non-US jurisdictions.
•    Help ensure compliance with company bylaws, shareholder agreements, and other governing documents.

Compliance and regulatory support
•    Research and interpret applicable laws and regulations that affect the business, including corporate, commercial, data protection, and other relevant rules.
•    Support the development, implementation, and communication of internal policies, procedures, and training to promote compliance and ethical conduct.
•    Review and update terms and conditions and privacy policies for company products and services.
•    Assist with internal reviews, audits, and responses to regulatory inquiries, working with external counsel where appropriate.

Employment and HR support
•    Partner with HR on day-to-day employment matters, including review and drafting of offer letters, employment agreements, contractor agreements, separation agreements, and policy updates.
•    Provide guidance on hiring, performance management, discipline, accommodations, terminations, and workplace investigations, in alignment with employment laws and internal policies.
•    Help identify and mitigate legal risks related to wage and hour, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and other workplace issues, escalating complex matters as needed.

M&A and strategic projects
•    Support due diligence, document review, and closing activities for acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and other strategic transactions.
•    Assist with integration efforts following transactions, including contract assignments, policy alignment, and coordination with HR, Finance, and Operations.

Disputes and risk management
•    Help manage prelitigation disputes and claims, including gathering facts, assessing risk, and developing strategy.
•    Coordinate with external counsel on litigation, arbitration, and regulatory matters, including document collection, discovery support, and settlement discussions.
•    Contribute to proactive risk assessments, identifying recurring issues and recommending process or policy improvements.

Collaboration and business partnership
•    Build strong working relationships with leaders and team members across the company.
•    Translate legal concepts into clear, practical guidance that supports informed decision making.
•    Provide training and communication to business partners on recurring legal topics and policy updates.
 

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar. Eligibility to practice as in house counsel in Arizona or willingness to obtain such status.
• Typically 3 to 5 years of relevant legal experience, including meaningful exposure to corporate or commercial work.
• Prior experience at a reputable law firm, in house legal department, or a combination of both.
• Experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts is required.
• Experience with any of the following is strongly preferred:

1. Corporate governance and multi-entity management
2. Employment and labor matters
3. Regulatory or compliance programs
4. Mergers and acquisitions or other strategic transactions
5. Technology or SaaS industry experience
6. International Experience a plus

Skills and Competencies

•  Strong legal research, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to exercise sound judgment under time pressure.
• Excellent drafting skills and attention to detail in contracts, policies, and communications.
• Ability to explain legal issues clearly and concisely, tailored to non-lawyers.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information.
• Comfortable managing multiple matters simultaneously and prioritizing effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Collaborative working style and ability to build trust with colleagues at all levels of the organization.
• Practical, business-oriented mindset that balances risk management with operational needs and company goals.
• Strong organizational skills and comfort working with technology, including document management, contract lifecycle tools, and standard office applications.