Key Responsibilities
Corporate & Commercial Law
Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements, including vendor contracts, client agreements, licensing deals, partnership agreements, and NDAs.
Provide legal support for mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other corporate transactions, including due diligence and integration activities.
Advise on employment, intellectual property, data privacy, and real estate matters as they relate to corporate operations.
Governance & Compliance
Support the General Counsel in corporate governance matters, including board of directors’ meetings, preparation of minutes, resolutions, and shareholder communications.
Ensure compliance with securities laws, corporate policies, and industry-specific regulations.
Develop, implement, and monitor internal compliance programs, policies, and training initiatives.
Risk Management
Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks affecting the organization’s operations and strategic initiatives.
Advise leadership on potential disputes, litigation risks, and oversee external counsel in managing disputes, claims, or regulatory inquiries.
Support internal investigations and regulatory compliance audits.
Business Partnership
Serve as a key strategic partner to senior executives, providing practical, business-oriented legal advice.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (HR, Finance, Operations, Procurement, IT, and Marketing) to support day-to-day operations.
Provide thought leadership on emerging legal trends and their impact on the business.
Team & Leadership
Mentor and supervise junior legal staff, paralegals, or outside counsel as needed.
Support the General Counsel in developing the legal team’s capabilities, processes, and technology.
Promote a culture of ethical behavior and legal compliance across the organization.
Qualifications
Education: Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
Licensure: Active membership in good standing with at least one state bar.
Experience:
8–12+ years of progressive legal experience in corporate law, preferably a mix of law firm and in-house counsel roles.
Demonstrated expertise in contract negotiation, corporate governance, compliance, and transactional work.
Experience supporting a publicly traded company (if applicable) is highly desirable.
Skills & Competencies
Strong business acumen with the ability to align legal strategy with business objectives.
Excellent judgment and decision-making skills with a solutions-oriented approach.
Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Collaborative, influential, and able to build strong relationships across all levels of the organization.