General Counsel (Remote)

Overview

This role is for a General Counsel who will play a critical part in driving business growth alongside managing the legal function. The position involves close collaboration with the executive team to shape strategy, lead mergers and acquisitions, and structure impactful deals that accelerate the organization’s objectives. It is a hands-on leadership role responsible for managing transactions end-to-end, building scalable legal frameworks, and enabling swift, confident decision-making in a complex technology environment.

Location Requirement: Must be based in the United States.

Responsibilities

Strategic Legal Leadership

• Serve as the primary legal advisor to the CEO, CFO, and executive leadership.
• Align legal strategies with business goals, including M&A and expansion efforts.
• Identify and proactively manage legal and regulatory risks.

Mergers & Acquisitions / Corporate Development

• Lead all legal aspects of M&A transactions from letter of intent through closing and integration.
• Support deal structuring, due diligence, negotiation, and execution.
• Collaborate with finance and corporate development teams on valuation, risk assessment, and deal strategy.
• Manage external counsel and coordinate with internal stakeholders.
• Support post-acquisition integration, including entity structuring and contractual alignment.

Commercial & Contracts

• Oversee drafting, review, and negotiation of customer, vendor, and partner agreements.
• Support complex enterprise deals and strategic partnerships.
• Standardize and streamline contracting processes.

Corporate Governance & Compliance

• Manage corporate governance, board matters, and entity structure.
• Ensure compliance with applicable U.S. and international laws and regulations.
• Develop and maintain internal policies and compliance programs.

Risk Management & Disputes

• Oversee litigation, disputes, and relationships with outside counsel.
• Manage claims, vendor disputes, and customer escalations.
• Implement risk mitigation frameworks across the organization.

Employment & HR Support

• Advise on employment matters including hiring, terminations, and policy development.
• Partner with HR on investigations and sensitive issues.

Data Privacy & Technology

• Oversee data privacy, cybersecurity, and information governance.
• Ensure compliance with GDPR, CCPA, and related frameworks.
• Advise on SaaS, licensing, and intellectual property matters.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school with active bar membership.
• 10–15+ years of legal experience, preferably combining law firm and in-house roles.
• Proven experience leading M&A transactions from start to finish.
• Background in technology, services, or managed solutions environments.
• Deep expertise in commercial contracting and enterprise sales support.
• Familiarity with compliance, data privacy, and employment law.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range in New York City: $275,000–$315,000, plus bonus opportunities. Compensation may vary by location.
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Incentive compensation plans for all employees.
• Company-funded 401(k) contributions.
• Employer-covered health insurance at no cost.
• Annual Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) reimbursement up to $500.
• Paid parental leave.
• Transparent culture with one-on-one coaching, performance reviews, and consistent feedback.

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.