Associate Legal Counsel

Relay is a cloud-based technology platform that helps frontline teams improve communications, increase employee safety, and improve their productivity. Relay helps frontline teams digitally transform their operations with the modern tools which supports actionable real-time data needed to track performance and improve their operations. Software has not yet transformed the frontline world, and we're on a mission to change that. We’ve experienced tremendous growth in our 5 years as a B2B company, and continue to expand our Raleigh, NC based team as a result!

Why Join Relay?

• Make a Tangible Impact:  Our platform directly enhances the lives of frontline workers, improving their responsiveness to customers (72%) and overall efficiency (77%). We've already facilitated over 2.5 billion messages and supported countless deskless workers.
• Be Part of a Winning Team:  We're not just growing - we're recognized as a leader in our field. Relay has been honored by Inc. 5000, Deloitte 500, and NC Tech, and we've achieved over 40% YoY revenue growth for two consecutive years.
• Thrive in a World-Class Environment: Our Raleigh campus boasts a fitness center, outdoor sports courts, a cafeteria, and modern workspaces designed to inspire collaboration and innovation.
• Embrace a Vibrant Culture: With over 215 team members, we've cultivated a culture of empowerment and engagement, where every employee is encouraged to do their best work.
• Invest in Your Future: Our comprehensive benefits package prioritizes work/life integration and supports your personal and professional development.

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Associate General Counsel to lead our enterprise contract operations. This is a unique opportunity to act as a hands-on legal partner, responsible for our company’s critical commercial and vendor contracts. Reporting directly to the General Counsel, you will be a key player in our small, agile legal team, providing essential legal services and strategic advice across the organization.

• Lead all aspects of enterprise contract management, from initial drafting to final negotiation and interpretation. You will be responsible for a wide range of agreements, including AI, service, software, manufacturing, design, and technology licenses.
• Act as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders, collaborating closely with various departments, particularly Sales, to develop effective legal strategies that support business goals.
• Conduct thorough risk analysis for business decisions and operations, providing clear, actionable counsel to mitigate potential legal and business risks.
• Investigate and address potential data, privacy, and intellectual property matters, 
• Monitor legal and regulatory changes that could impact the business environment, proactively adapting our strategies to remain compliant.
• Manage and execute key legal projects with various departments, working collaboratively to achieve business objectives.

• Juris Doctorate degree with an active membership in at least one state bar; North Carolina Bar preferred.
• 6+ years of relevant legal experience, with a strong focus on drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a high volume of complex contracts, particularly in an enterprise setting.
• Must be a hands-on doer with a strong work ethic and the ability to dive into the details on a daily basis. You must be a self-starter who thrives in a dynamic environment. 
• Proven experience in the healthcare sector is desirable but not required.
• Deep knowledge of contract law. 
• Corporate law/Securities knowledge is a plus but not required.
• Excellent professional ethics and integrity.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrable track record of producing high-quality work.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Experience in a startup environment is a plus, with an understanding of the need for flexibility and adapting to change.
• Must be local to the Raleigh, NC area or willing to relocate.

If you're passionate about technology, driven to make a difference and align your work to a bigger mission, and excited to join a company that's shaping the future of frontline work, we encourage you to explore opportunities at Relay!

Please note this role will be based in our Raleigh, NC amenity rich headquarters and you should be interested in working in person 3+ days per week. 

About us: Relay culture, benefits & perks:

Our culture hinges on Relayers getting LIT up in an environment that fosters learning, impact, and teamwork (LIT) where we can *CHASE* the best work in our lives. We call this BWIML (pronounced bee wimmel = Best Work In My Life)!

It's truly amazing what engaged team members can achieve together. Our ever evolving list of benefits and perks mean you'll be able to integrate work into your whole life, focus on health, perform impactful work, grow and learn in your role, look after yourself/your family, and invest in your future. 

At Relay, we offer...

• 100% Paid Insurance Health, Dental, Vision, Long/Short Term Disability and Life Insurance benefits for you and those who depend on you
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401(K) Savings Plan + Company Match
• Baby Cash Reward + Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness Perks, including a world-class onsite fitness center with instructor led classes + locker room as well as endless outdoor amenities whether tennis, basketball, cycling, or pickleball is your jam
• Free Snacks and Fun Times
• Latest tech, standing desks, and all the accessories and software you need to succeed in your role

At Relay, we're building something special, and we believe our relationships with each other and our customers are the foundation of our success. Our hybrid work model is designed to foster these connections, giving you the best of both worlds: the power of in-person collaboration and the flexibility you need.

We ask our teams to work from our amazing Raleigh headquarters on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. We've found that being together on these core days helps us build authentic, trusting relationships more quickly. This collaborative energy is essential for how we work—not just with each other, but also as long-term partners with our customers.

You'll be encouraged to get out of the office and connect directly with our customers, whether it's at their properties or at a trade show, no matter what your role is. And when you're in the office, you'll be able to enjoy our fantastic, amenity-rich space and the vibrant culture that makes Relay a great place to work.

While we value our time together, we also understand that life happens. We know that sometimes your best work requires you to be elsewhere. That's why we've built flexibility into our model.

You and your manager can work together to find solutions that support your needs. Whether it's a doctor's appointment, a personal commitment, or a project that's best handled remotely, we encourage open communication to ensure you have the flexibility to get your job done and live your life.

We ask our people leaders to be in the office more often to be readily available to support their teams and other groups. This helps foster a strong sense of community and provides valuable mentorship opportunities.

Similarly, we encourage new Relayers to maximize their time in the office early on. Building strong relationships from the start is key to your success and helps you quickly feel like a part of the Relay family.

Ready to build something great with us? We can't wait to hear from you.