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Commercial Lead roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA for Canadian and Mexican professionals with a business or economics degree and a qualifying job offer. Canadians can obtain TN status at the port of entry the same day, with no lottery, no cap, and no waiting period.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation: Austin, United States of America
Thales people architect identity management and data protection solutions at the heart of digital security. Business and governments rely on us to bring trust to the billions of digital interactions they have with people. Our technologies and services help banks exchange funds, people cross borders, energy become smarter and much more. More than 30,000 organizations already rely on us to verify the identities of people and things, grant access to digital services, analyze vast quantities of information and encrypt data to make the connected world more secure. This is a hybrid position in Austin, TX.
The Opportunity
You are an experienced Senior Commercial Counsel with significant commercial contracts expertise. You work well in a fast-paced, challenging environment as part of a dynamic team of professionals, and have the ability to communicate effectively in group settings and before senior management. You will report to the Austin, Texas, USA site lead in the CSP Legal Department.
Why You?
- You want to be a key contributor on a global scale and not just a cog in a machine
- You enjoy working with sales and driving top-line growth for the business
- You have a solid foundation in your area of expertise, but can issue spot in diverse areas of law
- You are confident in your judgment, but open to feedback and collaborative decision-making
- You’re an excellent communicator and eager to innovate
Key Areas of Responsibility
- You must be a self-motivated team player with the ability to identify and resolve legal issues, balance legal and business concerns and draft and negotiate agreements. Experience with issues pertaining to domestic and international enterprise software licensing, SaaS, intellectual property, and data privacy is preferred.
- Draft and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including outbound licensing, professional services, channel partner, nondisclosure, and other commercial and technology-related agreements
- Anticipate problems and initiate actions to ensure contractual issues are addressed efficiently
- Support the development and implementation of various standardized processes and procedures
- Provide legal support for procurement and various business units regarding negotiation of vendor agreements
- Advise business partners and management of contractual rights and obligations and provide interpretation of terms and conditions
- Maintain and revise template agreements as required
- Uphold the integrity of the business and oversee the implementation of compliance policies and processes adopted by the Group, including those relating to anti-corruption, antitrust, trade compliance (incl. export control) and data privacy (incl. GDPR, CCPA)
- Provide training to internal stakeholders on ethics, legal, contractual and compliance topics to disseminate best practices
Minimum Requirements
- Practicing lawyer with a current license
- 7+ years of contracts drafting and negotiation experience at technology companies and/or law firms
- Familiarity with a wide variety of commercial, licensing, hardware, services and other software related agreements, including data privacy terms
- High integrity, well organized and able to manage numerous projects simultaneously
- Clear and concise written and oral communication skills and significant experience in working closely with both internal clients and customers/partners/suppliers
- The ability to perform well under tight deadlines and thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Understanding of contract and negotiation principles in the business and legal context
- Ability to work effectively in fast paced commercial environment within a matrix organization. The ideal candidate will have strong commercial transactional skills, a familiarity with compliance responsibilities, a willingness to learn, excellent people & time management skills, and strong business acumen
Why Join Us?
Say HI and learn more about working at Thales click here
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This position will require successfully completing a post-offer background check. Qualified candidates with [a] criminal history will be considered and are not automatically disqualified, consistent with federal law, state law, and local ordinances.
Thales champions inclusion and we believe diversity strengthens the fabric of our culture. Thales is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
If you need an accommodation or assistance in order to apply for a position with Thales, please contact us at talentacquisition@us.thalesgroup.com.
The reference Total Target Compensation (TTC) market range for this position, inclusive of annual base salary and the variable compensation target, is between
Total Target Cash (TTC) 176,250.00 - 293,750.00 USD Annual
This reflects how companies in a similar industry and geographic region generally pay for similar jobs. This range helps the Company make pay decisions as one data point among many. Where a position falls within this range is also dependent on other factors including – but not limited to – the employee’s career path history, competencies, skills and performance, as well as the company’s annual salary budget, the customer’s program requirements, and the company’s internal equity. Thales may offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s status protected by local, state, or federal law.
(For Internal candidate, if you need more information, please raise HR request through MyThales)
Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:
- Elective Health, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Whole Group Life w/LTC, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Plan, Identity Theft, and Pet Insurance
- Retirement Savings Plan after 30 days of employment with a company contribution and a match, and with no vesting period
- Company paid holidays and Paid Time Off
- Company provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Disability, Employee Assistance Plan, and Well-being Program
Location: Austin, United States of America
Thales people architect identity management and data protection solutions at the heart of digital security. Business and governments rely on us to bring trust to the billions of digital interactions they have with people. Our technologies and services help banks exchange funds, people cross borders, energy become smarter and much more. More than 30,000 organizations already rely on us to verify the identities of people and things, grant access to digital services, analyze vast quantities of information and encrypt data to make the connected world more secure. This is a hybrid position in Austin, TX.
The Opportunity
You are an experienced Senior Commercial Counsel with significant commercial contracts expertise. You work well in a fast-paced, challenging environment as part of a dynamic team of professionals, and have the ability to communicate effectively in group settings and before senior management. You will report to the Austin, Texas, USA site lead in the CSP Legal Department.
Why You?
- You want to be a key contributor on a global scale and not just a cog in a machine
- You enjoy working with sales and driving top-line growth for the business
- You have a solid foundation in your area of expertise, but can issue spot in diverse areas of law
- You are confident in your judgment, but open to feedback and collaborative decision-making
- You’re an excellent communicator and eager to innovate
Key Areas of Responsibility
- You must be a self-motivated team player with the ability to identify and resolve legal issues, balance legal and business concerns and draft and negotiate agreements. Experience with issues pertaining to domestic and international enterprise software licensing, SaaS, intellectual property, and data privacy is preferred.
- Draft and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including outbound licensing, professional services, channel partner, nondisclosure, and other commercial and technology-related agreements
- Anticipate problems and initiate actions to ensure contractual issues are addressed efficiently
- Support the development and implementation of various standardized processes and procedures
- Provide legal support for procurement and various business units regarding negotiation of vendor agreements
- Advise business partners and management of contractual rights and obligations and provide interpretation of terms and conditions
- Maintain and revise template agreements as required
- Uphold the integrity of the business and oversee the implementation of compliance policies and processes adopted by the Group, including those relating to anti-corruption, antitrust, trade compliance (incl. export control) and data privacy (incl. GDPR, CCPA)
- Provide training to internal stakeholders on ethics, legal, contractual and compliance topics to disseminate best practices
Minimum Requirements
- Practicing lawyer with a current license
- 7+ years of contracts drafting and negotiation experience at technology companies and/or law firms
- Familiarity with a wide variety of commercial, licensing, hardware, services and other software related agreements, including data privacy terms
- High integrity, well organized and able to manage numerous projects simultaneously
- Clear and concise written and oral communication skills and significant experience in working closely with both internal clients and customers/partners/suppliers
- The ability to perform well under tight deadlines and thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Understanding of contract and negotiation principles in the business and legal context
- Ability to work effectively in fast paced commercial environment within a matrix organization. The ideal candidate will have strong commercial transactional skills, a familiarity with compliance responsibilities, a willingness to learn, excellent people & time management skills, and strong business acumen
Why Join Us?
Say HI and learn more about working at Thales click here
LI-MG1
LI-Hybrid
This position will require successfully completing a post-offer background check. Qualified candidates with [a] criminal history will be considered and are not automatically disqualified, consistent with federal law, state law, and local ordinances.
Thales champions inclusion and we believe diversity strengthens the fabric of our culture. Thales is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
If you need an accommodation or assistance in order to apply for a position with Thales, please contact us at talentacquisition@us.thalesgroup.com.
The reference Total Target Compensation (TTC) market range for this position, inclusive of annual base salary and the variable compensation target, is between
Total Target Cash (TTC) 176,250.00 - 293,750.00 USD Annual
This reflects how companies in a similar industry and geographic region generally pay for similar jobs. This range helps the Company make pay decisions as one data point among many. Where a position falls within this range is also dependent on other factors including – but not limited to – the employee’s career path history, competencies, skills and performance, as well as the company’s annual salary budget, the customer’s program requirements, and the company’s internal equity. Thales may offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s status protected by local, state, or federal law.
(For Internal candidate, if you need more information, please raise HR request through MyThales)
Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:
- Elective Health, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Whole Group Life w/LTC, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Plan, Identity Theft, and Pet Insurance
- Retirement Savings Plan after 30 days of employment with a company contribution and a match, and with no vesting period
- Company paid holidays and Paid Time Off
- Company provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Disability, Employee Assistance Plan, and Well-being Program
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Commercial Lead
Translate your credentials into U.S. specialty terms
TN visa eligibility for Commercial Lead roles hinges on your degree aligning with fields like business, economics, or marketing. Get a credential evaluation confirming your Canadian or Mexican degree maps to a recognized U.S. bachelor's equivalent before approaching employers.
Target employers with recent visa filing history
Companies with recent visa filings for business roles are already familiar with professional visa sponsorship. Prioritize those employers because they understand the visa sponsorship process—and TN qualification relies on meeting specific job requirements and educational credentials rather than government filing procedures.
Search verified TN-sponsoring roles on Migrate Mate
Most general job boards don't filter by visa sponsorship type. Use Migrate Mate to find Commercial Lead positions at employers who have confirmed they support TN visa candidates, so you're not guessing from a standard job listing.
Prepare a role-specific support letter before your offer
The support letter your employer writes for TN adjudication must connect your Commercial Lead duties to the USMCA's management consultant or business category. Draft a template outlining your responsibilities so HR can adapt it quickly once you have an offer.
Distinguish your role clearly from H-1B-dependent positions
Some employers default to H-1B visa for professional hires and don't realize Commercial Lead roles can qualify under TN. Bring a one-page summary showing how the role meets USMCA criteria so the recruiter can flag this to their immigration counsel early.
Plan your Canadian port-of-entry filing strategically
Canadians can activate TN status at the border the day they start, but presenting at a busy crossing during peak hours risks delays. Filing at a preclearance airport like Pearson or YVR typically moves faster than a land border crossing on a Monday morning.
Commercial Lead TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Commercial Lead role qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
It depends on how the role is structured. Commercial Lead positions often qualify under the USMCA's management consultant or business analyst categories, but the job duties must align closely with those definitions. A title alone isn't enough. Your employer's support letter needs to connect your day-to-day responsibilities to the relevant USMCA professional category, and your degree must correspond to that field.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for a Commercial Lead?
TN has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadians, and no multi-month USCIS processing wait. You can activate status at a port of entry the same day as your start date. H-1B requires a lottery registration each spring, a lengthy adjudication period, and an October 1 start date. For a qualifying Commercial Lead role, TN is a faster and more predictable path for Canadian and Mexican professionals.
Can Mexican nationals get TN sponsorship for Commercial Lead jobs?
Yes, but the process differs from Canada. Mexican TN applicants must apply through a U.S. consulate rather than at the border, which adds processing time. Mexico also has a 5,500 annual allocation under USMCA, though this cap has not historically been reached. Mexican professionals with a qualifying degree and a confirmed offer from a sponsoring employer are eligible under the same occupational categories as Canadians.
Where can I find Commercial Lead jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Most standard job listings don't specify which visa types an employer will support, which makes screening time-consuming. Migrate Mate filters roles by sponsorship type so you can identify Commercial Lead positions at employers who have confirmed they work with TN visa candidates, without having to ask in every application whether the company supports your status.
What documents does a Commercial Lead applicant need for TN approval?
You'll need a valid Canadian or Mexican passport, a detailed employer support letter describing your Commercial Lead duties and confirming the position meets USMCA professional category criteria, and proof of your qualifying degree. A credential evaluation is recommended if your degree was issued outside the United States. Canadian applicants present these directly at the port of entry; Mexican applicants submit them as part of the consular application package.