Whistler Partners
Overview
Managing Director at Whistler Partners (Head of In-house Searches); Fine Jewelry Designer – role overseeing the development of the in-house legal function and leading legal strategy for a fast-growing SaaS startup. Base pay range
$250,000.00/yr - $300,000.00/yr Direct message the job poster from Whistler Partners About the Company
We’re a fast-growing, SaaS startup that’s changing the way businesses grow. Our customers rely on our AI-leveraged platform to move faster, smarter, and with more creativity. Fresh off our Series C fundraise, we’re proud to have achieved unicorn valuation a few times over. Job Overview
We’re looking for a talented general counsel to become our first in-house legal leader—building our legal function from the ground up and shaping the framework that will support our next phase of growth. Key Responsibilities
Provide solutions-oriented legal guidance across the business that balances speed and risk. Build and scale the legal function with a priority focus on commercial matters, leveraging a second commercial counsel hire for your team. Design and roll out legal processes, templates, and policies with strategic and cross-functional goals, including employment & HR, data privacy, IP, and potential M&A activities. Guide our expansion into new markets and help navigate an evolving data ecosystem. About You
J.D. with stellar academic credentials Admission in good standing to the New York bar 8+ years’ experience across a top law firm and in-house Background in SaaS business and/or high-growth startups Proven leadership and mentoring skills Startup-savvy, pragmatic, and excited to build from scratch Ability and desire to work at our NYC office ~3 days/week About Whistler Partners
Whistler Partners is a boutique matchmaking firm focused on counseling the best attorneys over the course of their careers. We work closely with talent to curate long-term career paths and emphasize the strength of the individual recruiter. Interested?
This search is being led by Kathleen (Kathleen@whistlerpartners.com) at Whistler Partners. Please contact them for a confidential conversation. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Legal Industries
Law Practice We’re unlocking community knowledge with AI-assisted insights.
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Managing Director at Whistler Partners (Head of In-house Searches); Fine Jewelry Designer – role overseeing the development of the in-house legal function and leading legal strategy for a fast-growing SaaS startup. Base pay range
$250,000.00/yr - $300,000.00/yr Direct message the job poster from Whistler Partners About the Company
We’re a fast-growing, SaaS startup that’s changing the way businesses grow. Our customers rely on our AI-leveraged platform to move faster, smarter, and with more creativity. Fresh off our Series C fundraise, we’re proud to have achieved unicorn valuation a few times over. Job Overview
We’re looking for a talented general counsel to become our first in-house legal leader—building our legal function from the ground up and shaping the framework that will support our next phase of growth. Key Responsibilities
Provide solutions-oriented legal guidance across the business that balances speed and risk. Build and scale the legal function with a priority focus on commercial matters, leveraging a second commercial counsel hire for your team. Design and roll out legal processes, templates, and policies with strategic and cross-functional goals, including employment & HR, data privacy, IP, and potential M&A activities. Guide our expansion into new markets and help navigate an evolving data ecosystem. About You
J.D. with stellar academic credentials Admission in good standing to the New York bar 8+ years’ experience across a top law firm and in-house Background in SaaS business and/or high-growth startups Proven leadership and mentoring skills Startup-savvy, pragmatic, and excited to build from scratch Ability and desire to work at our NYC office ~3 days/week About Whistler Partners
Whistler Partners is a boutique matchmaking firm focused on counseling the best attorneys over the course of their careers. We work closely with talent to curate long-term career paths and emphasize the strength of the individual recruiter. Interested?
This search is being led by Kathleen (Kathleen@whistlerpartners.com) at Whistler Partners. Please contact them for a confidential conversation. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Legal Industries
Law Practice We’re unlocking community knowledge with AI-assisted insights.
#J-18808-Ljbffr