Deputy General Counsel
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HarborConsulting, Technology Services
This is a remote position that can be worked anywhere in the United States with a preference for candidates in Chicago, where Harbor's corporate headquarters is located.Full-TimeSenior
Salary not disclosed
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Job Details
- Experience
- 15+ years of legal experience; 3–5+ years in a senior in-house leadership role
- Required Skills
- CybersecurityCross-functional collaborationRisk ManagementTeam managementBudget management
Requirements
- 15+ years of legal experience, including a mix of law firm and in-house roles
- 3–5+ years in a senior in-house leadership role (GC, Deputy GC, or SVP Legal), preferably in PE- or late-stage VC-backed companies
- Demonstrated full ownership of a legal function, including team leadership and operational buildout
- Extensive experience in high-volume commercial contracting within a sales-driven organization (ideally tech-enabled services, software, or SaaS)
- Strong experience in employment law, disputes, and litigation management, including oversight of outside counsel
- Proven ability to build scalable legal infrastructure in low-process or high-growth environments
- Experience advising senior executives and presenting to Boards of Directors
- Track record as a cross-functional operator, partnering effectively with Sales, Finance, HR, and executive teams
- Experience in high-growth environments, working closely with CRO/CGO and revenue teams
- M&A experience as lead in-house counsel on at least one buy- or sell-side transaction
- Background in global professional services, consulting, or tech-enabled services businesses
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
- Active membership in at least one U.S. state bar (Illinois preferred)
Responsibilities
- Own and lead the global legal function, including team management, outside counsel oversight, and budget responsibility
- Build and scale a high-performing, data-driven legal organization with appropriate processes, operational workflows, tools, and KPIs
- Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO, executive leadership, and Board of Directors on legal, risk, and governance matters
- Lead legal support for a high-volume, sales-driven contracting environment, partnering closely with CRO/CGO and Sales leadership
- Oversee drafting, negotiation, and execution of complex commercial agreements (clients, partners, vendors)
- Provide strategic guidance on global employment matters, including disputes, investigations, and compliance
- Manage litigation and disputes, including oversight of outside counsel
- Serve as lead in-house counsel on M&A transactions, including buy- and sell-side deals
- Support corporate governance and Board engagement, including preparation and presentation of materials
- Ensure compliance with global regulatory requirements, including data privacy and cybersecurity
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