VP General Counsel & Secretary

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Posted Apr 10, 2026

Remote · US · ask about Worldwide Full Time

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Overview

This role reports directly to the President of the Americas Holdings Corporation and serves as a member of the Executive Leadership Team. The Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary will provide strategic legal guidance and counsel to the Americas Headquarters and its subsidiaries and affiliates, supporting the overall business plan and strategic direction of the region.

The position requires staying informed of activities across all business units and corporate functions, working closely with regional leadership to identify and address potential legal impacts. The role involves advising the Board of Directors, Senior Management Team, and other staff on legal matters.

The ideal candidate will be highly strategic and proactive, with expertise in mergers and acquisitions, business dynamics, and regulatory environments across multiple business areas. This role also champions a culture of compliance, accountability, collaboration, and risk management.

Responsibilities

Strategic Corporate Leadership

Collaborate with senior leadership, the Board of Directors, and staff on legal and risk management issues.
Provide counsel on legal, business, and ethical implications of major decisions, strategies, and corporate transactions including M&A, intellectual property, post-merger integration, and corporate structure.
Oversee and improve the strategic framework for legal affairs across Americas companies.
Identify and reduce potential legal exposure throughout the organization.
Serve as a resource for staff on work-related legal and ethical issues.
Liaise with Compliance, HR, EHS, IT, Regulatory, and other departments, as well as affiliates in other regions, to develop and implement policies, procedures, and training ensuring compliance with laws and organizational standards.

Legal Department Leadership

Manage Legal Department attorneys, staff, and outside counsel.
Oversee legal budget and reporting to internal and external stakeholders, including auditors.
Manage external legal resources to ensure efficient and cost-effective contract negotiation and execution.
Provide oversight or direct legal review and negotiation of commercial contracts.
Direct strategy related to significant corporate and financial transactions, including M&A, reorganizations, post-merger integration, litigation, compliance, and investigations.
Advise on a wide range of legal areas including antitrust, anti-corruption, government contracts, marketing and advertising, labor and employment, immigration, intellectual property, real estate, product compliance, FDA regulatory matters, international trade, environment, health and safety, and corporate compliance.
Ensure legal operations align with the organization’s vision, mission, and values.

Board of Directors Governance

Provide advice and counsel on Board governance issues.
Develop and manage corporate governance strategies and materials.
Record and maintain formal board actions, including consents and meeting minutes for all Americas companies.
Manage Board business such as agenda review, resolutions, election notifications, meeting scheduling and attendance, mailings, and terms of office.
Develop and implement corporate governance best practices.

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Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school.
Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience.
Active membership in the New York State Bar or in good standing with another state or District of Columbia Bar.
Extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions.
Strong commercial contracting background with extensive drafting and negotiation expertise.
Experience managing legal staff and/or outside counsel.
Effective team building and mediation skills with a collaborative work style.
Ability to collaborate across divisions, functions, and geographies, engaging colleagues at all levels.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in a multinational company.
Strong interpersonal skills for building and maintaining effective relationships.
Experience in intellectual property law.
Prior experience in life sciences, medical device, or biotechnology industries.
Commitment to promoting an inclusive workforce.
Ability to work independently while managing multiple projects.
Strong commitment to business standards and integrity.
Analytical thinking and pragmatic problem-solving skills.
Achievement- and results-oriented mindset.
Excellent planning and organizational skills.