Vice President, Deputy General Counsel

Overview

A leading organization in the Finance & Insurance sector is seeking a Vice President Deputy General Counsel. This role focuses on providing business-aligned legal guidance related to governance, compliance, and operational risk management. The position involves partnering with leaders, compliance stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to translate complex legal issues into practical recommendations. The role supports responsible execution, improved decision-making, and sustainable growth within a regulated financial services environment.

Location

• Remote (U.S. based candidates only; no visa sponsorship available)

Compensation

• $300,000 – $350,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of the Legal Department to ensure efficient, consistent, and business-aligned service delivery
• Serve as the primary operational leader for the Legal function, driving execution, prioritization, and alignment with enterprise objectives
• Oversee mergers, acquisitions, and strategic investments, managing due diligence through execution
• Provide leadership for litigation and dispute management, including strategy development and risk assessment
• Establish and enhance legal processes and governance frameworks to improve efficiency and scalability
• Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to address legal and regulatory risks
• Drive continuous improvement of legal processes and service delivery

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active admission to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• 12+ years of progressive legal experience, including significant in-house leadership roles
• Demonstrated experience leading legal operations or serving as a senior operational leader within a Legal Department
• Strong background in mergers and acquisitions, corporate transactions, and deal execution
• Extensive experience overseeing litigation, disputes, and outside counsel strategy
• Strong executive presence with the ability to influence senior business leaders
• Proven ability to balance legal risk with commercial objectives and practical business solutions

Desired Skills and Experience

• Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)
• Litigation management
• Commercial contracting
• Data governance
• Cybersecurity frameworks
• AI-enabled products
• Global privacy frameworks
• Cybersecurity response
• Technology transactions
• Legal technology software
• Contract lifecycle management (CLM) tools
• AI and machine learning tools
• Data analytics platforms
• E-discovery tools
• Risk management software

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness programs
• Retirement savings plan options
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Flexible work environment options
• Paid time off and holidays

The employer is an equal opportunity organization and encourages applications from candidates who may not meet every qualification but whose backgrounds could be valuable to the team.