Senior Corporate Counsel, Product Legal

As the Senior Corporate Counsel, Product Legal at Okta, you will be responsible for providing legal counsel throughout the software product and cloud service life cycles. This includes collaborating with product teams on compliance, intellectual property issues, and regulatory matters. You will also draft and negotiate technology agreements, support M&A activities, and ensure alignment with business strategies while mitigating legal risks.

To qualify for the Senior Corporate Counsel, Product Legal role at Okta, candidates should have a minimum of 7 years of law firm or in-house experience, focusing on product-related legal matters. Experience in a software or SaaS company is preferred, along with a solid understanding of cloud services and product security. Strong analytical skills, legal judgment, and the ability to foster collaboration across teams are essential.

Essential skills for the Senior Corporate Counsel, Product Legal position at Okta include expertise in intellectual property, data privacy, and compliance. Candidates should also demonstrate familiarity with cloud service offerings and the ability to communicate effectively with technical teams. Strong negotiation skills and a team-oriented approach are crucial for success in this role.

Okta is committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning, providing resources and opportunities for professional development. As a Senior Corporate Counsel in Product Legal, you will have exposure to diverse projects and the chance to develop scalable legal practices, enabling you to advance your career while contributing to meaningful legal solutions that align with business objectives.

At Okta, the culture is one of inclusivity, collaboration, and innovation. As a Senior Corporate Counsel, you will join a team that celebrates diverse perspectives and provides the flexibility to thrive in both remote and hybrid settings. We encourage creativity, social impact, and a sense of humor, ensuring that you enjoy both personal and professional fulfillment in your role.

When addressing this question, highlight specific examples from your past work in product legal roles, emphasizing your experience with intellectual property considerations, compliance, and relevant software technologies. Discuss any notable projects where your contributions led to successful outcomes for the product and company.

In your response, describe your systematic approach to assessing legal risks, such as reviewing contracts, understanding regulatory landscapes, and collaborating with product teams. Providing a specific example where your assessment positively impacted the product's launch or compliance will help illustrate your skills.

Discuss your interpersonal skills and experiences where collaboration led to successful outcomes. You could mention how you utilize workshops, regular communication, and joint problem-solving sessions to build relationships and ensure all teams are aligned toward common goals.

Mention methods you use to keep abreast of legal changes, such as attending industry webinars, reading legal publications, and participating in professional associations. Emphasize that staying informed fosters a proactive approach in your legal support for product teams.

Provide a specific example that showcases your problem-solving abilities. Outline the steps you took to analyze the issue, collaborate with internal stakeholders, and the successful resolution while highlighting lessons learned that could benefit future projects.

Share your time management skills and strategies for prioritizing tasks. Discuss how you streamline your processes, such as creating templates for agreements or using project management tools, to meet deadlines without sacrificing thoroughness.

Your answer should reflect a balanced approach to negotiation that focuses on collaboration and finding win-win solutions. Highlight the importance of understanding the other party's interests while maintaining the core needs of your organization.

Elaborate on your roles in previous M&A processes, including due diligence, integration, and negotiation of terms. Discuss specific challenges faced during these processes and how your contributions helped mitigate risks and facilitate smooth transitions.

Outline the steps you would take, starting with a thorough investigation of the issue, collaboration with the compliance team, and development of a corrective action plan. Emphasize the importance of transparency and communication with affected parties.

Convey your passion for the intersection of technology and law, emphasizing how working in a dynamic environment like Okta excites you. Mention your desire to contribute to impactful products that prioritize security and user empowerment.