Procurement Counsel

About Us:

Proofpoint is a global leader in human- and agent-centric cybersecurity. We protect how people, data, and AI agents connect across email, cloud, and collaboration tools. Over 80 of the Fortune 100, 10,000 large enterprises, and millions of smaller organizations trust Proofpoint to stop threats, prevent data loss, and build resilience across their people and AI workflows. Our mission is simple: safeguard the digital world and empower people to work securely and confidently. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.

How We Work:

At Proofpoint you’ll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity guided by our BRAVE core values: 

Bold in how we dream and innovate

Responsive to feedback, challenges and opportunities

Accountable for results and best in class outcomes

Visionary in future focused problem-solving

Exceptional in execution and impact

The Role and the Team

The Proofpoint Legal Department is dedicated to providing expert legal advice in a fast-paced business environment and supporting Proofpoint’s crucial mission of enabling organizations across the world to protect their most valuable assets, their people and their data, with our people-centric cybersecurity products and services. This position will be part of the Technology and Products Group in the Legal department. The Procurement Counsel role is an important part of building the culture and success of the legal function to help drive Proofpoint’s growth.

Role Overview:

The Procurement Counsel will join a collaborative legal team and will work with cross-functional teams, peers, and staff to advance business objectives.  The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting Proofpoint’s finance, engineering, marketing, sales, IT and other business units. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of procurement agreements including services agreements, technology and SaaS contracts, and related commercial documents.

• Provide legal guidance to procurement and business teams on vendor engagement, contract structuring, and risk management.

• Advise on contract interpretation, dispute management, and vendor performance issues.

• Develop, maintain, and improve procurement contract templates and playbooks.

• Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to ensure efficient contracting processes and alignment with company policies.

Qualifications:

• J.D. / LL.B. and member in good standing with the applicable bar or law society.

• 2–5 years of legal experience in commercial contracting, procurement, or a related practice area at a law firm or in-house.

• Strong experience drafting and negotiating vendor, supply, and services agreements.

• Practical, solution-oriented approach to managing legal and commercial risk.

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with business teams and provide support in a fast-paced environment.

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Why Proofpoint?

At Proofpoint, we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons you’ll love working with us:

• Competitive compensation

• Comprehensive benefits

• Career success on your terms

• Flexible work environment

• Annual wellness and community outreach days

• Always on recognition for your contributions

• Global collaboration and networking opportunities

Our Culture:

Our culture is rooted in values that inspire belonging, empower purpose and drive success-every day, for everyone.

We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please reach out to [email protected].

How to Apply

Interested? Submit your application along with any supporting information- we can’t wait to hear from you!

Consistent with Proofpoint values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets as set out below. Pay within these ranges varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate. The range provided may represent a candidate range and may not reflect the full range for an individual tenured employee. This role may be eligible for variable compensation and/or equity. We offer a competitive benefits package, including flexible time off, a comprehensive well-being program with two paid Wellbeing Days and two paid Volunteer Days per year, plus a three-week Work from Anywhere option.

Base Pay Ranges:

SF Bay Area, New York City Metro Area:

California (excludes SF Bay Area), Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Washington DC Metro, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Texas, Washington, Virginia, and Alaska:

All other cities and states excluding those listed above: