Chief Legal Officer
About the Company
Distinguished environmental services organization
Industry
Environmental Services
Type
Non Profit
Founded
2000
Employees
501-1000
Categories
Specialties
About the Role
Company is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Chief Legal Officer to lead our legal team and provide expert guidance on a wide range of legal matters. Reporting to the CEO, the Chief Legal Officer will play a pivotal role in ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations, managing legal risks, and supporting our mission-driven initiatives globally. Who you are • Minimum of 15 years experience as a practicing attorney in the United States, preferably with inhouse experience. • Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school. • Admission to the American bar association. • Extensive knowledge of the ESG / Climate space, preferably in a small organization with growth aspirations. • Experience of working with a global commercial sales organization, ideally with experience working with the APAC region. • Experience in the software and/or SaaS industry. • Experience of working with global not-for-profit legal entities such as registered UK charities, German gGmbH and US 501C3. • Proven ability to lead and manage a legal team effectively, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to team members within a global, multicultural and diverse environment, while fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment. • Ability to think strategically and develop innovative legal strategies that align with the organization's goals and objectives, while also anticipating and addressing potential legal challenges and risks. • Ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders, including senior management, board members, and other departments, as well as external partners, clients, regulators, and legal counsel. • Someone at ease in a changing organization and sector and able to excel by operating with a sense of urgency while remaining flexible, open-minded and adaptable. • An appreciation of copmany values. • Commitment to upholding the highest ethical standards and promoting a culture of integrity, transparency, and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements throughout the organization. • Must reside and be eligible to work in USA without employer sponsorship. We cannot sponsor for this role. Your day-to-day Legal Strategy and Compliance: • Anticipate legal and regulatory scrutiny and proactively develop creative solutions to achieve Organization goals • Develop and implement legal strategies aligned with the mission and objectives. • Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards across all aspects of the operations. Corporate Governance and Ethics: • Provide guidance and support on corporate governance matters, including board governance, ethics, and conflicts of interest. • Develop and implement policies and procedures to promote ethical conduct and compliance throughout the organization. • Oversee and govern interaction with external stakeholders such as the UK Charities Commission • Ensure that leadership is effectively advised on changes to statute and case law, making sure that data and evidence is at the heart of the governance and effective decision-making. Contract Management: • Oversee the drafting, review, and negotiation of contracts, agreements, and legal documents. • Ensure that contracts and agreements reflect the interests and comply with legal requirements. Risk Management: • Identify and assess legal risks associated with activities and operations. • Develop and implement risk management strategies to mitigate legal liabilities and safeguard the organization's interests. Litigation and Dispute Resolution: • Manage and oversee legal disputes and litigation involving the company. • Collaborate with external legal counsel as necessary to represent the interests in legal proceedings. International Law and Advocacy: • Stay abreast of international legal developments relevant to the company's work. • Provide legal guidance and support for advocacy efforts, partnerships, and international initiatives. Team Management: • Create leadership and succession plans for the legal function • Empower team to serve as trusted • Organization advisers and proactively help the • Organization develop solutions • Shape organizational culture, set tone at the top
Travel Percent
Less than 10%
Functions
Skills
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