Senior Legal Counsel
We are seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to support our executive team. This role will provide comprehensive legal advice and strategic guidance on commercial, corporate governance, employment, risk management, and other legal matters. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. You should have a strong background in commercial, corporate, or employment law, excellent leadership skills, and a proven track record of cross-departmental collaboration. In this role, you will help shape our organization's legal landscape and make a significant impact on our team's growth and success.
Job Responsibilities:
- Legal Counsel and Advisory: Provide strategic legal counsel to the executive team on a variety of issues including corporate governance, compliance, risk management, employee issues, and contract negotiations.
- Risk Management: Develop and implement risk management strategies to identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks associated with the company's operations.
- External Relations: Manage relationships with external legal counsel and other advisors, ensuring effective and cost-efficient legal support.
- Compliance and Investigations: Manage investigations related to violations of RCX's youth protection policies.
- Internal Review: Lead internal investigations, compliance audits, and assessments to proactively address legal and regulatory challenges.
- Contract Management: Lead negotiations and drafting of contracts, including sponsorship, vendor, service, and partnership agreements, ensuring the company's interests are protected.
- Senior Leadership Collaboration: Collaborate with senior management and cross-functional teams to ensure understanding of legal implications in business decisions.
- Legislative Monitoring: Monitor legislative changes and assess their impact on company operations, making recommendations for necessary adjustments.
- Data Privacy and Compliance: Provide strategic legal advice regarding data collection, processing, and privacy compliance.
- Intellectual Property: Support intellectual property matters, including trademark and copyright prosecution, maintenance, and enforcement.
- Training and Development: Conduct training and workshops for employees on legal compliance, corporate governance, and risk management.
Minimum Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
- Active bar membership and licensed to practice law.
- A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience at a leading law firm and/or corporate legal department.
- Proven experience in contract negotiation and drafting.
- Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the capability to effectively advocate for legal positions.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
- Willingness to work outside of regular business hours if necessary
More about the role (Additional Position Details):
- Travel: Less than 10%
- Work Schedule: Full-Time, 40 hours per week
- Compensation: We offer competitive compensation. Our pay grades are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus & benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, 401(k), Paid Parental Leave, Unlimited PTO, Monthly Wellness expense Reimbursment and additional voluntary benefits.
- Location: Remote
- Reports to: Chief Operating Officer
- Supervisory Responsibilities: None
- Stay Healthy: Enroll in comprehensive benefits & insurance plans with no waiting period
- Be Well: Expense up to $65 per month for health & wellness
- Maximize Savings: Contribute to your 401k retirement savings with company matching
- Be Comfortable: Enjoy a relaxed casual dress code
- Take Time: Enjoy a variety of time off benefits including Unlimited PTO and paid Parental Leave
- Stay Connected: Work equipment (laptop and monitor) provided by RCX Sports plus, expense up to $350 towards the purchase of a personal use laptop, tablet, or computer
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