General Counsel
As the GC for our GNP business unit, you will be instrumental in shaping the organization’s legal team and compliance with regulatory, privacy and security requirements. This role is critical in managing the legal risk, corporate governance, and strategic legal initiatives while ensuring that the company operates within the bounds of law. The General Counsel works closely with senior leadership and various stakeholders to drive business growth, while also acting as a player coach for the legal team as the Company grows. This is a unique opportunity for a dynamic legal professional to make a meaningful impact.
Why this role matters:
Responsible for direction and oversight of the legal initiatives for this business unit, we ensure our practices place the company in a competitive and compliant position and contribute to organizational success. The GC is a player coach who can provide executive leadership and oversight for the Legal function, while also rolling up their sleeves to ensure the legal team delivers on its core deliverables.
What you will do:
- Develop and lead the company’s legal strategy to protect the business and mitigate legal risks.
- Advise the board of directors on legal matters, ensuring compliance with corporate governance policies and regulations.
- Oversee the identification and management of legal risks, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations at all levels.
- Support and manage the negotiation, drafting, and management of key contracts, agreements, and transactions.
- Ensure the company’s operations comply with all relevant laws and regulations, including data protection, fraud and industry-specific requirements.
- Manage all litigation, disputes, and legal proceedings, working closely with external legal counsel when necessary.
- Lead and mentor the legal team, fostering professional growth and ensuring high performance.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including HR, finance, and operations, to provide legal advice on business strategies.
What you will bring:
- Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent legal degree; active membership in a state bar association.
- Minimum 8 years of legal experience both in a firm and in-house, with a focus on corporate, regulatory, and commercial law, including leadership experience.
- Strong knowledge of corporate governance, contract law, and regulatory compliance.
- Proven ability to align legal strategy with business objectives and effectively manage risk.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts clearly to non-legal stakeholders.
- Experience leading legal teams and collaborating with senior executives and board members.
- A proactive, solution-oriented approach to addressing legal challenges and mitigating risks.
- High level of integrity, ethical judgment, and professional responsibility.
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