Senior Commercial Legal Counsel, APAC

GitLab · Legal

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Full TimePosted Aug 29, 2026

Source: GitLab

AT A GLANCE
Eligibility
Not available
Category
Legal
Salary
Not disclosed
Employment
Full Time
Experience
Senior
Posted
Aug 29, 2026

This role’s source listing does not include Hungary as an eligible location.

GitLab is hiring a Senior Commercial Legal Counsel based in Japan, the Philippines, or Singapore to manage complex commercial agreements across the APAC region.

In this high-impact role, you will lead contracting workstreams, manage region-specific legal risks, and provide practical guidance on data privacy and AI-related terms. Working within an all-remote environment, you will collaborate with regional sales leadership and cross-functional teams to streamline deal execution across diverse APJ jurisdictions.

Why You’ll Love This Role

Remote in Japan, Philippines, Singapore
Senior role
Legal focus on commercial transactions in APJ
All-remote organizational culture
Equity compensation provided

What You’ll Bring

J.D. or equivalent legal credential with active bar membership
Experience in commercial and technology transactions within APJ markets
Skill in negotiating complex SaaS and software agreements
Ability to manage cross-border legal risks and coordinate with outside counsel
Experience in drafting contract templates and playbooks
Proficiency in building relationships with Sales and cross-functional teams in a remote environment

What You’ll Get

Flexible Paid Time Off
Team Member Resource Groups
Equity Compensation
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Growth and Development Fund
Parental Leave

About the Company

GitLab is the intelligent orchestration platform for DevSecOps, helping organizations accelerate software development and improve operational efficiency. The company operates as an all-remote organization, fostering a culture of asynchronous collaboration and continuous knowledge exchange among its distributed team.

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