Description:

About the role:
We are looking for an experienced, business-oriented and hands-on Head of Legal to lead all legal and compliance functions at An Industry-Leading Software and Robotics Company. This is a critical role that spans a broad range of responsibilities, from strategic legal counsel and risk management to contract negotiation, corporate governance, and international compliance.

You will be the company's primary legal resource, working closely with internal stakeholders across functions including HR, Finance, IT & Security, Sales, R&D, and Operations. You'll also manage relationships with outside counsel as needed, while building strong internal capabilities to handle day-to-day legal matters efficiently and pragmatically.

What you will be doing:

Act as the lead legal advisor to the executive team and Board on all legal, compliance, and risk matters
Provide practical, solution-oriented counsel to support business decisions and company growth
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts including customer agreements, vendor contracts, and partnership deals
Oversee corporate governance, subsidiary management, and legal entity maintenance across different legal entities
Ensure compliance with local and global regulatory and corporate requirements
Advise on employment law matters and support the HR team with policies, investigations, and compliance
Oversee ethics, anti-bribery, and other corporate compliance programs
Partner with IT and Security teams on data privacy, cybersecurity, and IP protection
Support Finance on equity, and financial compliance matters
Support fundraising activities, M&A, and investor relations from a legal standpoint
Collaborate with R&D on IP strategy, licensing, and patent filings
Provide legal support on facility leasing and operations issues
Engage and manage outside counsel for specialized needs, ensuring cost-effective and aligned legal support

What We Want to See

JD from an accredited law school; member in good standing of at least one U.S. state bar
10+ years of legal experience, including a mix of top-tier law firm and significant in-house counsel experience (ideally at a technology or manufacturing company)
Strong background in commercial contracts, employment law, compliance, and corporate governance
International legal experience and familiarity with operating across multiple jurisdictions
Demonstrated ability to provide practical, business-minded legal advice in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
Experience supporting venture-backed growth companies.
Excellent communication, judgment, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Clear communicator with sound judgment and an ability to work independently.

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