Counsel, Technology

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Knoxville, TN, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Logistics • Retail • Travel • Energy
The Role
The Counsel for Technology advises on legal matters related to technology transactions, collaborates with departments, and ensures compliance with data protection laws.
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Company Description

Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than 30,000 team members and over 750 retail and fueling locations in 44 states and six Canadian provinces. Our energy and logistics division serves as a top supplier of fuel, employing one of the largest tanker fleets and providing critical services to oil operations in our nation's busiest basins. Pilot Company supports a growing portfolio of brands with expertise in supply chain and retail operations, logistics and transportation, technology and digital innovation, construction, maintenance, human resources, finance, sales and marketing.

Founded in 1958 by Jim A. Haslam II and currently led by CEO Adam Wright, our founding values, people-first culture and commitment to giving back remains true to us today. Whether we are serving guests, a fellow team member, or a trucking company, we are dedicated to fueling people and keeping North America moving.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Military encouraged to apply.

Job Description

The purpose of this position is to address legal matters within specific departments and subject matter areas while maintaining close communication with colleagues to ensure an integrated, consistent approach to legal services.

This position in onsite in Knoxville, TN (Not Hybrid or Remote)

In this role you will

  1. Advise on complex technology transactions, including software licensing, SaaS agreements, cloud services, and vendor contracts.
  2. Partner with product, engineering, and IT teams to review and support the development and launch of new technologies, platforms, and tools.
  3. Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including master services agreements (MSAs), statements of work (SOWs), and data processing agreements (DPAs).
  4. Provide legal guidance on cybersecurity, data protection, and emerging technologies (e.g., AI/ML, blockchain).
  5. Collaborate with privacy and compliance teams to ensure technology operations align with applicable data protection laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA).
  6. Develop and improve internal processes for contracting and legal review of technology-related matters.
  7. Monitor and analyze evolving legal and regulatory developments affecting the company’s use of technology.

Qualifications

  • This position requires candidates to be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
  • JD Degree or Equivalent
  • Minimum 5 Years' Experience
  • Advanced knowledge of general business and contract law
  • Intermediate Microsoft Office skills
  • Expertise in negotiating and drafting complex technology agreements.
  • Strong understanding of intellectual property, data privacy, cybersecurity, and software licensing issues.

Additional Information

•    Nation-wide Medical Plan/Dental/Vision
•    401(k) Flexible Spending Accounts
•    Adoption Assistance
•    Tuition Reimbursement
•    Weekly Pay

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Skills Required

  • JD Degree or Equivalent
  • Minimum 5 Years' Experience
  • Advanced knowledge of general business and contract law
  • Intermediate Microsoft Office skills
  • Expertise in negotiating and drafting complex technology agreements
  • Strong understanding of intellectual property, data privacy, cybersecurity, and software licensing issues
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The Company
30,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1958

What We Do

Pilot Company is a travel center and energy company owned by Berkshire Hathaway, operating gas stations and convenience stores. It provides services such as diesel fuel, truck parking, and showers for travelers.

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