Overview
General Counsel Jobs in United States at Jobgether
Title: General Counsel
Company: Jobgether
Location: United States
This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a [General Counsel] in [United States].
We are seeking a strategic and experienced General Counsel to join the executive leadership team and provide high-level legal guidance across all aspects of the organization. This role offers the opportunity to shape corporate governance, oversee compliance frameworks, and manage enterprise risk in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You will influence business decisions at the highest level, support operational expansion, and help build scalable legal infrastructure that safeguards long-term growth. The position is remote, with occasional travel to leadership meetings, and offers a collaborative environment where your expertise directly impacts the company’s strategic direction. Ideal candidates thrive in complex, dynamic organizations and enjoy partnering with executives to drive both legal and business outcomes.
Accountabilities
- Serve as chief legal advisor to the CEO and executive leadership, providing practical, business-oriented guidance on commercial strategy, regulatory compliance, and enterprise risk.
- Lead the development and implementation of legal infrastructure, including contract templates, governance practices, compliance frameworks, and risk management standards.
- Oversee commercial contracting, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex agreements across vendors, technology, logistics, and strategic partnerships.
- Manage corporate governance, Board decision support, preparation of resolutions, and maintenance of corporate records.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate enterprise-wide legal risks related to e-commerce operations, data privacy, employment practices, and regulatory compliance.
- Direct litigation and dispute resolution strategies, including oversight of outside counsel and legal spend management.
- Provide legal guidance on employment and labor matters, policies, investigations, and terminations, in collaboration with outside employment counsel.
- Develop and maintain internal policies, training programs, and ethical standards to ensure regulatory compliance and consistent business practices.
- Select, manage, and evaluate external legal advisors to complement internal capabilities.
- Represent the organization with regulators, investors, auditors, lenders, and insurers on legal and compliance matters.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree and admission to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
- Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible legal experience, including both law firm and in-house counsel roles.
- Proven experience advising senior executives on corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and enterprise risk management.
- Expertise in structuring, drafting, and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
- Experience managing litigation and coordinating with outside counsel.
- Experience in private equity-backed or high-growth organizations preferred.
- Experience building or scaling an in-house legal function is a plus.
- Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary: $228,000 – $380,000 per year.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and voluntary life insurance options.
- 401(k) with up to 4% company match.
- Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
- Company-paid basic life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
- Discounted auto, home, and pet insurance programs.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Company-provided equipment and $250 work-from-home stipend.
- $750 annual professional development budget.
- $25 monthly Grubhub credit and rewards program.
- Flexibility, wellness initiatives, and career growth opportunities.
Why Apply Through Jobgether?
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!
Why Apply Through Jobgether?
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