We are seeking an experienced, business-oriented General Counsel to lead and scale our legal function. This role is critical in enabling our company continued growth as a global company, supporting commercial execution, managing risk, and building frameworks that empower the business to move quickly and compliantly. The ideal candidate is pragmatic, solution-driven, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment where legal is a strategic partner - not a bottleneck.
Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on legal, regulatory, and strategic matters
Build and execute the legal roadmap aligned with company goals
Balance risk management with business enablement and speed
Commercial & Product Support
Oversee and optimize contracting processes (enterprise SaaS agreements, Agentic AI Agreements, partnerships, procurement)
Support complex negotiations with customers and strategic partners
Provide legal guidance on new products and features, including AI-related offerings
Corporate, Financing & Governance
Build legal infrastructure to support financing rounds and strategic transactions
Support investors with legal matters, reporting, and governance requirements
Oversee corporate governance and ensure compliance with applicable laws
Manage ESOP / equity plans, including options administration and governance
Risk Management & Operations
Lead and orchestrate the companys insurance programs (D&O, cyber, etc.)
Manage and oversee litigation and disputes (when required)
Handle real estate and lease-related legal matters
Develop and maintain internal policies and governance frameworks
Build scalable legal processes and playbooks to enable business self-service
Manage external counsel relationships in a cost-effective, high-impact manner
Privacy, Data Protection & Regulatory
Own and oversee global privacy and data protection strategy (GDPR, CCPA, etc.)
Work closely with and manage the external DPO
Ensure compliance with evolving regulatory frameworks, including:
EU AI Act
DORA (Digital Operational Resilience Act)
Bill 144 and other applicable regulations
Build scalable frameworks for handling PII and sensitive data
Partner with Security, Product, and Engineering on compliance-by-design
IP & Brand Protection
Oversee trademark strategy, registration, and enforcement
Manage broader intellectual property matters as needed
Team & Cross-Functional Work
Oversee all legal matters, including the management of external consultants
Partner closely with Sales, Product, HR, Finance, and Security teams
Act as a key enabler of internal decision-making and execution
Requirements: ● 7+ years of legal experience, including significant in-house experience (preferably in SaaS / tech)
● Proven experience as a General Counsel or senior legal leader in a high-growth company
● Deep expertise in commercial contracts, especially enterprise SaaS agreements
● Strong understanding of privacy, data protection, and emerging tech regulation 3
● Experience supporting global operations and cross-border legal matters
● Hands-on experience with financing rounds, investor relations, and corporate governance
● Demonstrated ability to balance legal risk with business needs
This position is open to all candidates.