Mid Level Commercial Counsel Jobs
Mid level commercial counsel jobs go to attorneys ready to own commercial agreements end to end, mentor junior colleagues, and advise business teams with limited oversight. Hiring runs across Staffing & Recruiting, Science & Research, and Technology & Software, with 25% remote or hybrid availability, and employers like Jobot, Jabil, and PayPal competing for commercial counsel at this level now.
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Senior Corporate Counsel, Global Commercial Litigation
Based Onsite in St. Petersburg, FL
Jabil (NYSE: JBL) is a diversified manufacturer and service provider with more than 140,000 employees operating in dozens of facilities in 30 countries. FY2026 Revenue was more than $36B.
Jabil is seeking to hire an experienced Senior Corporate Counsel, Global Commercial Litigation to be based in our global headquarters in St. Petersburg, Florida. The position will be a key member of Jabil's Global Litigation Legal team, reporting to the VP, Deputy General Counsel - Chief Global Litigation Counsel, and working in close collaboration with all Jabil legal and enterprise functions, global business teams, and outside counsel. This is an in-person position at Jabil's St. Pete Headquarters.
What can you expect to do?
Under the direction of the VP/DGC, Global Litigation, functions of this position include:
- Develop and implement effective resolution strategies for global commercial and employment claims, disputes, and litigation.
- Provide daily tactical counsel and creative legal solutions to challenging issues facing Jabil's global business units in an expedited manner.
- Lead and support investigations and collaborate with other functions to improve Jabil's investigation processes.
- Navigate competing workflows, set appropriate priorities with internal stakeholders, and drive results within agreed timelines.
- Exercise mature and reliable judgment in evaluating and communicating legal risks and benefits.
- Develop, update, and advise on existing and proposed policies and processes in close collaboration with legal and business stakeholders.
- Efficiently and proactively manage commercial and labor & employment litigation, pre-litigation disputes, and claims.
- Manage outside counsel, including engagement, document retention and production, discovery, budgets, staffing, and overall case strategy.
- Identify and mitigate legal risks through training programs that educate business leaders on relevant laws, regulations, lessons learned, and best practices.
- Draft demand letters, pleadings, discovery responses, settlement agreements, and other legal documents.
- Support legal matters and litigation activities in locations both within and outside of the United States.
- Collaborate with internal clients to drive process improvements, develop templates and self-service tools, and implement risk mitigation strategies and best practices.
What is the experience needed to be successful in this role?
- J.D. or equivalent degree and member in good standing of a State Bar.
- 3-5 years of commercial litigation experience , preferably in both a law firm and in-house setting of a global industrial company with exposure to labor and governance matters.
- Strong knowledge of civil procedure and the discovery process.
- Fluency in business principles and the ability to credibly communicate with and influence business leaders.
- Experience using a practical, business-oriented approach to problem-solving while balancing legal complexity and risk.
- Demonstrated subject matter expertise in commercial litigation and the ability to manage matters across multiple jurisdictions with minimal supervision.
- Proven ability to proactively lead change and drive improvements aligned to corporate priorities, strategic goals, and risk mitigation needs.
- Experience managing budgets and coordinating outside counsel and internal stakeholders to achieve strategic objectives.
- High level of integrity, trust, and sound ethical judgment.
- Superior legal writing, analytical skills, judgment, and initiative.
- Demonstrated ability to make sound decisions and commitment to continuous learning.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Self-starter with strong organizational skills and the ability to handle numerous complex legal matters simultaneously.
- Excellent interpersonal, collaboration, and influencing skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization.
- Strong professional presence, sound judgment, and ability to stand firm on issues when necessary.
- Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
Preferred Qualifications
- International litigation experience. Fluency in a second language.
Benefits Package with Jabil
Along with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
- Competitive Base Salary
- Annual Bonus
- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
- 401K Match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
- Adoption Assistance
- Annual Merit Increases Community Volunteer Opportunities
Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Accessibility Accommodation
If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Jabil.com/Careers site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an e-mail to Always_Accessible@Jabil.com or calling 727-803-7988 with the nature of your request and contact information. Please do not direct any other general employment related questions to this e-mail or phone number. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.#whereyoubelong
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Senior Corporate Counsel, Global Commercial Litigation
Based Onsite in St. Petersburg, FL
Jabil (NYSE: JBL) is a diversified manufacturer and service provider with more than 140,000 employees operating in dozens of facilities in 30 countries. FY2026 Revenue was more than $36B.
Jabil is seeking to hire an experienced Senior Corporate Counsel, Global Commercial Litigation to be based in our global headquarters in St. Petersburg, Florida. The position will be a key member of Jabil's Global Litigation Legal team, reporting to the VP, Deputy General Counsel - Chief Global Litigation Counsel, and working in close collaboration with all Jabil legal and enterprise functions, global business teams, and outside counsel. This is an in-person position at Jabil's St. Pete Headquarters.
What can you expect to do?
Under the direction of the VP/DGC, Global Litigation, functions of this position include:
- Develop and implement effective resolution strategies for global commercial and employment claims, disputes, and litigation.
- Provide daily tactical counsel and creative legal solutions to challenging issues facing Jabil's global business units in an expedited manner.
- Lead and support investigations and collaborate with other functions to improve Jabil's investigation processes.
- Navigate competing workflows, set appropriate priorities with internal stakeholders, and drive results within agreed timelines.
- Exercise mature and reliable judgment in evaluating and communicating legal risks and benefits.
- Develop, update, and advise on existing and proposed policies and processes in close collaboration with legal and business stakeholders.
- Efficiently and proactively manage commercial and labor & employment litigation, pre-litigation disputes, and claims.
- Manage outside counsel, including engagement, document retention and production, discovery, budgets, staffing, and overall case strategy.
- Identify and mitigate legal risks through training programs that educate business leaders on relevant laws, regulations, lessons learned, and best practices.
- Draft demand letters, pleadings, discovery responses, settlement agreements, and other legal documents.
- Support legal matters and litigation activities in locations both within and outside of the United States.
- Collaborate with internal clients to drive process improvements, develop templates and self-service tools, and implement risk mitigation strategies and best practices.
What is the experience needed to be successful in this role?
- J.D. or equivalent degree and member in good standing of a State Bar.
- 3-5 years of commercial litigation experience , preferably in both a law firm and in-house setting of a global industrial company with exposure to labor and governance matters.
- Strong knowledge of civil procedure and the discovery process.
- Fluency in business principles and the ability to credibly communicate with and influence business leaders.
- Experience using a practical, business-oriented approach to problem-solving while balancing legal complexity and risk.
- Demonstrated subject matter expertise in commercial litigation and the ability to manage matters across multiple jurisdictions with minimal supervision.
- Proven ability to proactively lead change and drive improvements aligned to corporate priorities, strategic goals, and risk mitigation needs.
- Experience managing budgets and coordinating outside counsel and internal stakeholders to achieve strategic objectives.
- High level of integrity, trust, and sound ethical judgment.
- Superior legal writing, analytical skills, judgment, and initiative.
- Demonstrated ability to make sound decisions and commitment to continuous learning.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Self-starter with strong organizational skills and the ability to handle numerous complex legal matters simultaneously.
- Excellent interpersonal, collaboration, and influencing skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization.
- Strong professional presence, sound judgment, and ability to stand firm on issues when necessary.
- Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
Preferred Qualifications
- International litigation experience. Fluency in a second language.
Benefits Package with Jabil
Along with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
- Competitive Base Salary
- Annual Bonus
- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
- 401K Match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
- Adoption Assistance
- Annual Merit Increases Community Volunteer Opportunities
Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Accessibility Accommodation
If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Jabil.com/Careers site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an e-mail to Always_Accessible@Jabil.com or calling 727-803-7988 with the nature of your request and contact information. Please do not direct any other general employment related questions to this e-mail or phone number. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.#whereyoubelong
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Mid Level Commercial Counsel Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level commercial counsel job?
Position your experience around ownership, not just participation. Highlight contracts you negotiated independently, business relationships you managed, and legal risk you assessed without heavy supervision. Tailor your resume to show progression in deal complexity and subject matter depth, whether that is SaaS agreements, vendor contracts, or licensing. Demonstrating that you can run a matter from intake to close, with business judgment attached, is what separates mid level candidates from more junior applicants.
Which companies hire mid level commercial counsels?
Companies hiring mid level commercial counsels right now include Jobot, Jabil, and PayPal, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this experience level, hiring tends to come from technology companies, healthcare organizations, financial services firms, and large enterprises building out in-house legal teams capable of handling high-volume commercial work with limited outside counsel involvement.
Are there remote mid level commercial counsel jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by employer and industry. About 25% of mid level commercial counsel openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the legal sector's continued acceptance of distributed in-house teams. Fully remote roles are more common at technology companies and startups, while regulated industries such as financial services and healthcare more often require at least some on-site presence.
How do I move up to a mid level commercial counsel role?
Moving from early-career to mid level commercial counsel takes deliberate skill-building over time. Focus on expanding the types of agreements you handle independently, taking ownership of business client relationships, and developing fluency in the commercial priorities of the industries you support. Attorneys who reach mid level typically show measurable impact, such as reduced cycle times on contracts, successful negotiations on significant deals, and a reputation for practical, business-oriented advice rather than purely legal analysis.
Which industries hire the most mid level commercial counsels?
Mid Level commercial counsel roles concentrate in Staffing & Recruiting, Science & Research, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because their commercial activity, whether software licensing, supply chain agreements, or financial product contracts, generates sustained demand for attorneys who can operate independently and advise cross-functional teams without constant escalation.