General Counsel

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💎 Seniority level: Executive, 10 years

📍 Location: United States

🔍 Industry: SaaS

🏢 Company: Zone & Co

🗣️ Languages: English

⏳ Experience: 10 years

🪄 Skills: LeadershipHR ManagementFinancial ManagementStrategic ManagementCommunication SkillsAnalytical SkillsNegotiationComplianceRisk ManagementSaaS

Requirements:

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
Minimum of 10 years of legal experience, with a strong focus on M&A, preferably in fintech, SaaS, or technology
Expertise in corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, and employment law
Strong understanding of global regulatory environments
Excellent negotiation and communication skills
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Admission to practice law in relevant jurisdictions
Experience managing legal teams and external counsel
Knowledge of data privacy laws and regulations is a plus

Responsibilities:

Advise CEO, executives, and board on legal and regulatory matters.
Align legal strategy with business goals.
Provide proactive legal counsel on products, business models, and expansion.
Ensure global corporate governance and legal compliance.
Advise on corporate structure, equity, and board governance.
Develop policies aligning with legal and industry standards.
Monitor global regulations and assess business impact.
Collaborate with Finance, Compliance, and HR on risk strategies.
Oversee compliance with marketing, advertising, and privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA).
Advise on employee benefits, labor laws, and terminations.
Protect and manage intellectual property assets.
Oversee, draft, and negotiate contracts (SaaS, vendor, M&A, employment).
Optimize contract processes for global growth and efficiency.
Manage litigation, investigations, and dispute resolution.
Lead mediation, arbitration, and crisis management.
Liaise with external counsel for cost-effective legal support.
Provide legal expertise on M&A, risk assessment, and compliance.
Support business strategy with legal insights.
Build and lead a high-performing legal team.
Train employees on compliance and legal awareness.
Implement legal tech for efficiency and foster a culture of compliance.

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