Key Responsibilities:
Legal Advisory:
- Provide expert legal counsel to the CFO, CEO, executive team, and business units on a broad range of legal issues.
- Advice on corporate governance and compliance
- Interpret laws, regulations, and rulings that may impact on the company's operations.
Contract Management:
- Oversee the drafting, review, and negotiation of Master Service contracts with clients, vendors, partners, and other third parties, including contracts valued up to $100 million USD.
- Ensure that all contracts align with legal and business standards, safeguarding the company's interests.
- Manage the renewal and termination processes of key contracts.
- Possess knowledge of industry-specific legal challenges and regulations (e.g., technology, healthcare, finance).
Litigation Management:
- Lead the management and strategy of any litigation or dispute resolution matters, including the selection and oversight of external legal counsel.
- Protect the company's interests in potential or ongoing disputes, including settlement negotiations or litigation.
- Compliance & Risk Management in legal / Compliance areas:
- Oversee the company's compliance program, ensuring adherence to laws, regulations, and internal policies.
- Identify and assess potential legal risks in company operations, proposing strategies for risk mitigation.
- Stay updated on changes in relevant laws and industry regulations.
Team Leadership:
- Lead and manage the in-house legal team, ensuring effective delegation of tasks and providing mentorship and professional development.
- Establish performance goals and ensure timely and high-quality delivery of legal services.
Legal Documentation & Reporting:
- Ensure proper record-keeping of legal documentation and compliance with internal and external reporting requirements.
- Prepare and present reports on legal matters to senior leadership and the board.
Strategic Legal Projects:
- Collaborate with various business functions, including finance, HR, operations, and sales, on strategic projects requiring legal oversight.
- Manage and direct legal resources and budgets to support business objectives.
Mergers, Acquisitions, and Intellectual Property:
- Provide legal guidance on mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions.
- Oversee intellectual property matters, including trademarks, patents, and copyrights.
