Associate General Counsel

Summary

Join a high-growth, private equity-backed consulting and technology services firm as an Associate General Counsel to shape and oversee its risk and legal functions.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active membership in at least one U.S. state bar; multi-jurisdictional admission is a plus
• Illinois bar accreditation strongly preferred
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant legal experience
• Background in law firm and in-house counsel roles preferred
• Strong experience in M&A, contracts, risk management, and cybersecurity; prior work in consulting, professional services, or technology sectors is highly desirable
• Multinational legal experience
• Experience working with private equity firms is a plus
• Track record of supporting the deployment of technology to improve processes and of managing a team

Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of agreements, including client contracts, vendor agreements, confidentiality agreements, and other commercial transactions
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure contract terms align with the firm’s business objectives and risk appetite
• Implement efficient contract review and approval processes, ensuring prompt handling of agreements across all business functions
• Advise HR and management on employee relations issues, including performance management, workplace investigations, and compliance with labor laws across multiple jurisdictions
• Provide legal guidance on employee-related disputes, claims, and litigation, collaborating with external counsel as needed
• Stay informed on evolving employment regulations and ensure the firm’s compliance across diverse geographical locations
• Identify, assess, and manage risks associated with the firm’s operations, client engagements, and growth strategies
• Oversee and maintain the firm’s insurance portfolio, including professional liability, general liability, and cybersecurity policies, ensuring comprehensive and appropriate coverage
• Develop and promote risk mitigation strategies, policies, and best practices to support the firm’s growth and operational goals
• Provide guidance on cybersecurity, data protection, and information security legal matters, ensuring compliance with data privacy regulations globally
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to support robust policies for data governance, incident response, and data security
• Advise on legal aspects of data breaches, including breach notification requirements and potential liability issues
• Act as an additional legal and strategic advisor on M&A activities, including due diligence, deal structuring, and contract negotiation
• Partner with cross-functional teams and work closely with outside counsel to assess legal risks, draft acquisition agreements, and structure deals that support the firm’s strategic objectives
• Ensure smooth post-acquisition integration, addressing legal and regulatory compliance issues
• Provide broad-based legal guidance across corporate matters, including intellectual property, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance
• Develop and implement internal policies and procedures to reduce risk exposure and ensure legal compliance as the firm scales

Benefits

Equal opportunity employer