VP of Legal, General Counsel

Spaulding Ridge is seeking a strategic and collaborative VP of Legal, General Counsel to join our best-in-cloud, best-in-people, technology consulting firm. As General Counsel, you will serve as a service-driven key advisor to our corporate and practice leadership, providing comprehensive legal support across all aspects of our business operations.

Ideal candidates will be able to :

Provide strategic legal counsel to executive leadership; advise on compliance, privacy, and employment matters

Consult with management, professional advisors, tax experts, accountants and other professionals, as needed

Prepare, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, RFPs, and other legal documents

Draft and negotiate agreements, including commercial leases, vendor contracts, and credit documents

Support acquisition efforts and due diligence processes

Manage legal and regulatory matters for international entities

Oversee litigation and work effectively with outside counsel

Develop and implement legal risk management strategies

Ensure corporate governance and regulatory compliance

Qualifications:

10+ years of relevant legal experience, including 5+ years in a senior in-house counsel role

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school

Active membership in good standing with a state bar association

Strong knowledge of corporate law, contract law, and international business regulations

Exceptional analytical and reasoning skills

Excellent negotiation and research abilities

Outstanding verbal and written communication skills

Service-oriented mindset with a willingness to assist across and outside of role when needed

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Preferred Skills:

Experience in professional services or technology consulting industries

Familiarity with cloud-based service firms and related legal considerations

International legal experience

Experience with mergers and acquisitions

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