StackAdapt
Commercial & IP Legal Counsel at StackAdapt
$220,000–$302,500 / year
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- Company
- StackAdapt
- Location
- Remote, United States
- Work arrangement
- Remote
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Compensation
- $220,000–$302,500 / year
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Role overview
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StackAdapt is hiring a Commercial and IP Legal Counsel to support its AI-powered marketing orchestration platform and programmatic and owned-channel products, including CTV, digital out-of-home, display, audio, and email. The role works with product, engineering, data science, compliance, privacy, and commercial teams on advertising technology, AI features, data solutions, and commercialization. It also oversees the company’s intellectual property portfolio and complex IP litigation.
The work spans commercial and ecosystem-partner contracts, product counseling, IP strategy and disputes, and legal guidance on AI, data use, and evolving regulation. The counsel will also develop AI-assisted and automated legal workflows. The role is remote-first and open to applicants located in Canada or the United States.
Applicants need an active law license in at least one Canadian province or U.S. state, along with 6 or more years of legal experience, including at least 3 years in an in-house commercial role and 3 years handling complex litigation. The posted base salary bands are $200,000–$275,000 CAD in Canada and $220,000–$302,500 USD in the United States; final compensation depends on factors including experience, skills, credentials, location, and business considerations. Additional compensation and benefits may be available depending on the role and country of employment.
Role at a glance: Remote-first counsel role covering commercial agreements, intellectual property, litigation, and product guidance for AI-powered advertising technology.
Responsibilities mentioned in the listing
- Draft, negotiate, and interpret client and ad-tech partner contracts, including SPO, data-sharing, measurement, and verification agreements.
- Negotiate IAB terms, including Standard Terms and Conditions 2.0–4.0 and the Multi-State Privacy Agreement.
- Review agreements with AI and automation vendors, including model and data licensing, generative AI, and training-data terms.
- Create automated and AI-assisted workflows to support compliance with partner agreements.
- Manage global external counsel and company strategy for IP litigation, regulatory matters, and other IP issues.
- Lead complex IP and patent disputes from strategy and enforcement through court appearances, settlements, and licensing negotiations.
- Oversee patentability, freedom-to-operate, and infringement analyses, and advise management on IP strategy.
Qualifications stated in the listing
- JD from an accredited law school and an active license to practice in one or more Canadian provinces or U.S. states.
- At least 6 years of legal experience, preferably in technology, including at least 3 years in an in-house commercial role and 3 years of complex litigation experience.
- Strong aptitude for complex technology and willingness to learn ad tech, including DSPs, SSPs, ad exchanges, CTV, emerging channels, AI-powered advertising, and programmatic principles.
- Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication abilities, including the capacity to manage disputes and advise senior leaders.
- Ability to manage complex cases and litigation deadlines in a high-pressure setting.
- Strategic problem-solving skills to balance legal risk and business objectives.
- Strong commercial contract drafting and negotiation skills.
- Ability to explain complex legal and technical topics clearly to cross-functional teams.
Full details from the source listing
StackAdapt is the leading technology company that empowers marketers to reach, engage, and convert audiences with precision. With 465 billion automated optimizations per second, the AI-powered StackAdapt Marketing Platform seamlessly connects brand and performance marketing to drive measurable results across the entire customer journey. The most forward-thinking marketers choose StackAdapt to orchestrate high-impact campaigns across programmatic advertising and marketing channels.
About the role
We are seeking a highly skilled and business-savvy IP and Commercial Counsel to support the ongoing operations of StackAdapt’s AI-Powered Marketing Orchestration Platform and its expanding suite of programmatic and owned-channel products, including connected TV (CTV), digital out-of-home, display, audio, and email. This Counsel will work closely with product managers, engineers, data science, compliance, privacy, and commercial teams to provide legal guidance on the design, implementation, and commercialization of advertising technologies, AI-driven and automated features, and data solutions, as well as being responsible for the Company’s intellectual property portfolio and complex intellectual property litigation. StackAdapt embraces AI and automation across the business, and this Counsel is expected to use those tools to work efficiently and to extend the reach and efficacy of the legal team.
StackAdapt is a remote first company. This role is open to applicants currently located in Canada or the United States.
What you'll do
Commercial & Platform Agreements
- Draft, negotiate, and interpret contracts with clients and ad tech ecosystem partners, including Supply Path Optimization (SPO) agreements with SSPs, publishers, and ad exchanges, as well as data sharing and measurement/verification vendor agreements.
- Manage and negotiate IAB terms and conditions, specifically including the Standard Terms and Conditions (2.0-4.0) and the Multi-State Privacy Agreement.
- Review and negotiate agreements for AI and automation vendors, covering model and data licensing, generative-AI tools, and terms governing the use of company or third-party training data.
- Develop automated and AI-assisted workflows to ensure internal compliance with all ecosystem partner agreements.
Intellectual Property & Litigation
- Partner with and manage external counsel globally across all IP litigation, strategy, and regulatory matters.
- Direct all phases of complex IP and patent litigation, from strategy development and enforcement actions (e.g., preparing claim charts) to court appearances, drafting settlement agreements, and negotiating IP licenses.
- Advise management on overall IP strategy by overseeing patentability, freedom-to-operate, and infringement analyses.
- Work with internal R&D and product teams to identify patentable inventions, guide portfolio development, and provide training on IP best practices.
- Oversee IP due diligence for acquisitions, divestitures, or partnerships.
- Monitor changes in patent law and the evolving AI regulatory landscape to proactively advise on potential impacts to the company.
Product Counselling
- Provide comprehensive legal, IP, and regulatory guidance to internal teams during the design and launch of programmatic, martech, and owned-channel features, specifically including targeting, bidding algorithms, and data integrations.
- Advise on the legal and compliance implications of AI, machine learning, and automated decision-making tools, including training data, model outputs, and emerging governance obligations.
- Support the Privacy team on data governance matters involving bid-stream, impression, user-volunteered, and third-party data.
- Guide post-launch compliance efforts, including auditing mechanisms and the ongoing protection of proprietary technology via trademarks, copyrights, and patents.
What you Bring
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and Call to the Bar in one or more Canadian Provinces or one or more US states, with active license to practice law in such jurisdiction(s)
- 6+ years of legal experience, preferably in technology, with at least 3 years in an in-house commercial role and 3 years of complex litigation experience.
- Strong aptitude for complex technology and desire to learn the functioning of the ad tech ecosystem (including DSPs, SSPs, ad exchanges, CTV and other emerging channels, AI-powered ad tech, and programmatic advertising principles.)
- Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills to manage disputes and advise senior leadership.
- Ability to handle complex cases and meet litigation deadlines in a high-pressure environment.
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving to balance legal risks with business goals.
- Strong drafting and negotiation skills for commercial agreements.
- Ability to simplify complex legal and technical concepts for cross-functional teams.
- Excellent collaboration skills to work effectively with non-legal stakeholders, including product managers and engineers.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment and provide clear, actionable legal advice.
- A demonstrated appetite for adopting automation and AI tools to drive efficiency and consistency in legal workflows.
- Preferred: Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP) certification, experience with AI-related legal and governance issues in ad tech, martech, or similar technology platforms, and fluency with AI and automation tools in a modern legal function.
The compensation range listed for this role reflects the expected base salary for candidates located in the posting country based on a global rate. It is informed by market data and the approved budget for this position. StackAdapt maintains different compensation ranges for roles across other countries and regions, and final offers will be aligned to the candidate’s current location. We do not ask candidates about current or prior salary history, and we will not use such information, if volunteered, in setting an offer.
This range represents base salary only. Depending on the role, candidates may also be eligible for additional compensation such as annual bonuses, commissions, equity awards, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Factors Influencing Final Compensation:
- The final compensation offer will be determined by a variety of factors, which may include, but are not limited to: the candidate's specific experience, technical skills, knowledge, abilities, and relevant education, licensure, and certifications.
- Other business factors, such as organizational needs and budget alignment, may also be considered in the final offer.
Canada Base Salary Band
$200,000—$275,000 CAD
USA Base Salary Band
$220,000—$302,500 USD
StackAdapter's Enjoy:
- Highly competitive salary
- Retirement/ 401K/ Pension Savings globally
- Competitive Paid time off packages including birthday's off!
- Access to a comprehensive mental health care program
- Health benefits from day one of employment
- Work from home reimbursements
- Optional global WeWork membership for those who want a change from their home office and hubs in London and Toronto
- Robust training and onboarding program
- Coverage and support of personal development initiatives (conferences, courses, books etc)
- Access to StackAdapt programmatic courses and certifications to support continuous learning
- An awesome parental leave program
- A friendly, welcoming, and supportive culture
- Our social and team events!
Please note: Benefits and perks may vary depending on your country of employment and the nature of your engagement. In locations where StackAdapt does not have a legal entity, employment and benefits are administered in accordance with local regulations and partner policies.
StackAdapt is a diverse and inclusive team of collaborative, hardworking individuals trying to make a dent in the universe. No matter who you are, where you are from, who you love, follow in faith, disability, superpower status, ethnicity, or the gender you identify with (if you’re comfortable, let us know your pronouns), you are welcome at StackAdapt.
StackAdapt is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require an accommodation, please let us know.
We use artificial intelligence (AI) to streamline the resume reviews of candidates and assess their fit based on the criteria outlined in the job posting. We do not use AI to make any final hiring or interview decisions.
About StackAdapt
We've been recognized for our diverse and supportive workplace, high performing campaigns, award-winning customer service, and innovation. We've been awarded:
G2 Top Software for 2026
2026 Best Workplaces™ for Young Talent and in Canada by Great Place to Work®
#1 DSP on G2 and leader in a number of categories including Cross-Channel Advertising
2026 Winner in the (CTV/OTT) Product/Platform category for the 2026 ADWEEK Tech Stack Awards
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