Commercial Counsel, SpendHound

About the role

YipitData is the leading market research and analytics firm for the disruptive economy and most recently raised $475M from The Carlyle Group at a valuation of over $1B. Every day, our proprietary technology analyzes billions of alternative data points to uncover actionable insights across sectors like software, AI, cloud, e-commerce, ridesharing, and payments. Our data and research teams transform raw data into strategic intelligence, delivering accurate, timely, and deeply contextualized analysis that our customers-ranging from the world's top investment funds to Fortune 500 companies-depend on to drive high-stakes decisions. From sourcing and licensing novel datasets to rigorous analysis and expert narrative framing, our teams ensure clients get not just data, but clarity and confidence. We operate globally with offices in the US (NYC, Austin, Miami, Mountain View), APAC (Hong Kong, Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou, Singapore), and India. Our award-winning, people-centric culture-recognized by Inc. as a Best Workplace for three consecutive years-emphasizes transparency, ownership, and continuous mastery. What It's Like to Work at YipitData: YipitData isn't a place for coasting-it's a launchpad for ambitious, impact-driven professionals. From day one, you'll take the lead on meaningful work, accelerate your growth, and gain exposure that shapes careers. Why Top Talent Chooses YipitData: Ownership That Matters : You'll lead high-impact projects with real business outcomes Rapid Growth : We compress years of learning into months Merit Over Titles : Trust and responsibility are earned through execution, not tenure Velocity with Purpose: We move fast, support each other, and aim high-always with purpose and intention If your ambition is matched by your work ethic-and you're hungry for a place where growth, impact, and ownership are the norm-YipitData might be the opportunity you've been waiting for. About SpendHound: SpendHound is a 100% free software renewal management platform and service recently launched by the research firm YipitData. (See this introductory video from SpendHound's Senior Product Manager!) SpendHound is the single source of truth for companies' renewal information and includes: A comprehensive view of all software applications used with annual contract values, auto-renewal information, renewal dates, license counts, and more An invoice and contract management system for companies to store their invoices and contracts Renewal reminders through email and Slack so companies never miss upcoming software renewals Free advice from procurement experts to discuss price benchmarking insights and negotiation strategies for any upcoming renewals Companies use the SpendHound platform and procurement expert service to save time and money on their software renewals. SpendHound is free for customers because customer data is de-identified, aggregated with other panelists, and used as part of YipitData market research ( example report ). Why You Should Apply NOW: Are you a passionate, solutions-oriented attorney looking for a new role in a fast-paced financial tech company? Joining YipitData's legal team is a rare opportunity to become a core contributor to the success of a company that is building the future of investment research. At YipitData, our legal team is an essential and collaborative partner in the Company's growth. As Commercial Counsel for SpendHound , you will be a core player in partnering with our SpendHound commercial teams to negotiate, execute, and close deals. As Our SpendHound Commercial Counsel, You Will: Develop contract negotiation and drafting skills to close deals. You will guide our SpendHound commercial teams through the lifecycle of a deal - from initiating a contract or negotiating an NDA through closing the deal. Learn in a rapidly changing environment by navigating new problems and conceiving novel contracting frameworks for creative sales ideas. Enhance processes, efficiency, and best practices, including continuing to build out our contract management platform and working with our commercial teams to improve our forms and processes. Collaborate with our SpendHound team to facilitate contract reviews and internal processes. Evaluate and advise on appropriate legal courses of action to meet the Company and business unit needs. You Are Likely To Succeed If: You have a law degree (JD or equivalent) from a top law school, a license to practice, and are a member of good standing in New York, and have the appropriate practical knowledge, skills, and abilities acquired through 3-5 years of relevant experience as a practicing attorney at a law firm or in-house, drafting and negotiating business contracts strongly preferred. You are excited by and highly determined to work on commercial contracts with both legal and financial/commercial issues. You have a pa