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Lead Legal Counsel

Kelly Services
Remote, USA
Full-time
Lead · 10+ years experience
Remote
Discovered 1 weeks ago
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Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement corporate governance policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Provide strategic legal advice to senior management on complex corporate matters, including mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructuring, and strategic partnerships.
  • Lead negotiations and draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of corporate agreements, including contracts, leases, and licensing agreements.
  • Oversee the management of legal risks and ensure that the organization's legal strategy aligns with its business objectives.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate legal considerations into business decisions and ensure legal compliance across all departments.
  • Conduct legal due diligence for potential acquisitions, divestitures, and other significant corporate transactions.
  • Manage external counsel and vendors, including selecting, supervising, and evaluating their performance to ensure cost-effective legal services.
  • Develop and deliver training programs on legal and compliance topics to educate employees and enhance the organization's legal culture.
  • Monitor and analyze business risks, and legal trends and developments that may impact the organization and recommend proactive measures to mitigate risks.
  • Serve as a key point of contact for external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, investors, and other legal counsel.
  • Lead the development and implementation of legal technology solutions to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.
  • Oversee the management of litigation and dispute resolution processes, including the selection of external counsel and the development of litigation strategies.

Technical Skills

  • Proficient in legal research and case management software (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis, Fastcase).
  • Advanced knowledge of corporate governance and compliance regulations.
  • Experience with contract negotiation and drafting, including complex commercial agreements.
  • Expertise in employment law.
  • Experience in intellectual property law, including patents, trademarks, and copyrights.
  • Familiarity with data privacy laws and regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
  • Soft Skills
  • Strong leadership and strategic thinking to manage and advise on complex legal issues.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills to interact with senior management and stakeholders.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and implement legal strategies that align with business objectives.
  • Strong ethical standards and integrity to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
  • Education & Experience
  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school required.
  • Active member in good standing with a state bar required; multi-jurisdiction admission preferred.
  • 10+ years of progressive legal experience in a corporate or law firm environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead functional legal teams or enterprise-wide projects.
  • Proven expertise managing high-stakes negotiations, M&A transactions, and regulatory matters.
  • Track record of developing legal strategies that align with and advance business objectives.
  • Experience selecting and managing outside counsel and legal technology solutions.
  • The annual base pay for this position is listed below. Final compensation will be based on experience and may vary by geographic location.
  • $156,150.00 - $208,200.00
  • Total compensation package including benefits as applicable to the position – understanding that each person has unique professional and personal needs focused on your total well-being. Explore our range of benefits at: Kelly Services | People Regular Staff
  • Kelly is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce, including, but not limited to, race, gender, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law.

Qualifications

  • Proficient in legal research and case management software (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis, Fastcase).
  • Advanced knowledge of corporate governance and compliance regulations.
  • Experience with contract negotiation and drafting, including complex commercial agreements.
  • Expertise in employment law.
  • Experience in intellectual property law, including patents, trademarks, and copyrights.
  • Familiarity with data privacy laws and regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
  • Soft Skills
  • Strong leadership and strategic thinking to manage and advise on complex legal issues.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills to interact with senior management and stakeholders.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and implement legal strategies that align with business objectives.
  • Strong ethical standards and integrity to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school required.
  • 10+ years of progressive legal experience in a corporate or law firm environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead functional legal teams or enterprise-wide projects.
  • Proven expertise managing high-stakes negotiations, M&A transactions, and regulatory matters.
  • Track record of developing legal strategies that align with and advance business objectives.
  • Experience selecting and managing outside counsel and legal technology solutions.
  • The annual base pay for this position is listed below. Final compensation will be based on experience and may vary by geographic location.
  • $156,150.00 - $208,200.00
  • Total compensation package including benefits as applicable to the position – understanding that each person has unique professional and personal needs focused on your total well-being. Explore our range of benefits at: Kelly Services | People Regular Staff
  • Kelly is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce, including, but not limited to, race, gender, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Active member in good standing with a state bar required; multi-jurisdiction admission preferred.

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