Corporate Counsel

Corporate Counsel
Remote/hybrid

The Corporate Counsel will advise the company on legal matters and provide legal protection. The Counsel works in and out of the courtroom on a wide range of legal matters, including drafting and negotiating contracts, filing government reports, drafting and reviewing legal documents, and reviewing policies including employee handbooks. The Counsel will possess great communication, analytical, and negotiation skills, and will develop the organization's policies on issues related to the industry, corporate governance, and regulatory matters. The Counsel will also review partnerships between the company and vendors, subcontractors, and partners.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Juris Doctorate and License to practice law in CA
• Minimum 3 years of experience with corporate or civil law
• Experience in Business and Workers Comp preferred
• Ability to create, implement, evaluate, and revise process guidelines
• Aptitude for strong self-management with the ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Dedication to promoting company core values, standards of conduct, and culture by employing high ethical standards and leading by example
• Excellent presentation and written communication skills, including proof-reading, syntax, and grammar
• Possesses advanced computer skills, including the use of spreadsheets for data analytics and Google Apps management

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION

GENERAL DUTIES

• Employ excellent time management skills in balancing all work duties
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including, but not limited to, attendance, dress code, and professionalism
• Objectively conduct root cause analysis of issues as they arise to cultivate a problem-solving culture
• Demonstrate discipline to follow all active processes to ensure standardization
• Demonstrate accuracy and consistency within work assignments
• Ability to perform work safely
• Demonstrate a high degree of integrity, including knowledge of how to protect sensitive and/or confidential information
• Promote positive conflict resolution according to company policy as noted in the employee handbook
• Promote cross-functional awareness and transparency
• Participate in the planning and delivery of scheduled meetings, including the development of presentations for external departmental meetings as requested
• Collaborate with all members of the Leadership team
• Promote positive communication skills when providing feedback to other departments
• Complete special projects by clarifying project objectives, setting timetables and schedules, conducting research, and developing and organizing information
• Comply with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, anticipating legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and making recommendations
• Continuously update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations
• Assist in the evaluation of reports, decisions, and results of the department in relation to established goals, recommending new approaches, policies, and procedures to continually improve the efficiency of the department and services performed

PROFESSIONAL, LEADERSHIP AND TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of applicable legal and regulatory requirements relating to contracts, licensing, software as a service, marketing, technology, privacy, and security
• Experience in analysis, review, and drafting of complex vendor contracts required
• Works well with internal clients and other stakeholders
• Attend educational workshops and industry events, review professional publications, establish personal networks with industry influencers, and participate in professional societies
• Monitor competitor products, sales, and marketing activities

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, life)
• Flexible work environment
• Flexible work schedules - full time, part time, or 4 days / 10 hours per day
• Starting PTO is 80 hours per year, plus 40 hours community volunteer time
• 401(k) with a company match, education tuition reimbursement, and more
• Company paid annual donation to your favorite non-profit
• Ongoing leadership and career development opportunities

Annual Salary Range: $110,000 - $198,000