Latitude Legal
General Counsel & Compliance Officer (Full-Time Permanent)
Latitude Legal, Phila, Pennsylvania, United States, 19117
Latitude is seeking an experienced General Counsel and Compliance Officer with a strong real estate background to lead the corporate strategic and tactical legal initiatives of a family of real estate companies. Interested candidates should have at least 6 years of experience working in a law firm or in-house corporate setting. This position works directly with the CFO and CEO to provide senior management with effective advice on company strategies and implementation, manages the legal functions of the parent company and its subsidiaries, and oversees the work of outside counsel. The General Counsel will be directly involved in complex business transactions and negotiating critical contracts. Candidates must be licensed and in good standing in Pennsylvania.
Responsibilities of the General Counsel & Compliance Officer:
Serve as level advisor on all major business transactions, including acquisitions, divestitures and joint ventures, as well as employment law and licensingParticipate in the definition and development of corporate policies, procedures, and programs and provide continuing counsel and guidance on all legal mattersAssist the company in navigating the increasingly complex banking regulatory landscapeWork collaboratively with Acquisitions, Development, and Operations to handle all real estate mattersManage litigation, internal investigations, and responses to government inquiriesJudge the merits of major court cases filed against or on behalf of the company, work with the appropriate executives to define a strategic defense and approve settlements of disputes where warrantedAssume ultimate responsibility for ensuring that the company conducts its business in compliance with applicable laws and regulationsStructure and manage the company’s legal functions and staffSelect, retain, manage, and evaluate all outside counselAdvise on legal aspects of the company’s financing, including assessing and advising on current and future business structures and legal entitiesResponsible for administrative reporting and maintenance of corporate records and contractsRequirements for the General Counsel & Compliance Officer:
At least 6 years of experience in the corporate legal department of a law firm or an in-house corporate role (or both)Strong real estate background requiredProven track record of confronting complex legal and compliance matters with significant financial and business impactLicensed to practice and in good standing in PennsylvaniaJ.D. from an accredited law school and excellent academic credentialsAbility to communicate effectively with a variety of contacts, including outside attorneys, senior management, and business associatesStrong attention to detail with the ability to multitask effectivelyClear thinker with a strong process, focus, and results orientationPosition Details of the General Counsel & Compliance Officer:
Type of Role: PermanentSchedule: Full-TimeLocation: Suburbs of Philadelphia (in office)Compensation
Pay: The salary range for this role is $215,000-$300,000. Pay is based on multiple factors, including but not limited to, work experience, qualifications, credentials, and location.Benefits: In addition to pay, a competitive benefits package is also provided, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k) and generous leave policies.Confidentiality
Latitude will not propose you to prospective clients without your prior consent. Candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.About Latitude
Latitude is a full-service flexible legal talent company serving corporate legal departments and law firms nationwide. From Fortune Global 100 companies to start-ups and Global 50 law firms to boutiques, clients turn to us for top-tier attorneys and other legal professionals.Latitude specializes in providing highly skilled former in-house counsel and Big Law attorneys for flexible contract engagements and permanent positions in dozens of practice areas, including commercial contracting, data privacy, M&A, employment, litigation, and more.Founded in 2013, Latitude has been recognized by Chambers as a leading global flexible legal staffing company and the #1 Legal Recruiter by
The National Law Journal .Latitude Contract Engagements & Secondments
Outstanding attorneys and other legal professionals who are seeking contract assignments or consulting/secondment roles choose to work with Latitude because of our competitive compensation and benefits, sophisticated and engaging work, a chance to work with great clients and peers, and a refreshing blend of freedom with self-designed boundaries.Permanent Positions
Outstanding legal professionals who are seeking permanent positions choose to work with Latitude because of our deep market knowledge, career advocacy and extensive client base.FAQ:
Q: What other legal jobs do you have?
A: If you’re interested in working with Latitude but do not think this particular legal job is the right one for you, we encourage you to explore our other open opportunities or fill out a General Application by visiting us at
https://latitudelegal.com/jobs/ .Q: Should I apply for this specific position if I have previously applied for another Latitude position?
A: Yes, it is better to apply to each Latitude job for which you are qualified and interested.Q: How can I reduce the risk of missing Latitude’s email inviting me to interview for this position?
A: Please safe-list Latitude’s URL domain name (latitudelegal.com) in your spam filter.Q: My current legal team needs help. How can I see some Latitude candidates for my legal team?
A: The fastest way is to submit the very short form on our website contact page.For more information about Latitude, please visit us at
https://latitudelegal.com .Follow Latitude on LinkedInSee More Latitude JobsSee Complimentary Latitude ResourcesFind a Great Attorney or Other Legal Professional for your Legal TeamThank you for your interest in Latitude!Latitude is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Responsibilities of the General Counsel & Compliance Officer:
Serve as level advisor on all major business transactions, including acquisitions, divestitures and joint ventures, as well as employment law and licensingParticipate in the definition and development of corporate policies, procedures, and programs and provide continuing counsel and guidance on all legal mattersAssist the company in navigating the increasingly complex banking regulatory landscapeWork collaboratively with Acquisitions, Development, and Operations to handle all real estate mattersManage litigation, internal investigations, and responses to government inquiriesJudge the merits of major court cases filed against or on behalf of the company, work with the appropriate executives to define a strategic defense and approve settlements of disputes where warrantedAssume ultimate responsibility for ensuring that the company conducts its business in compliance with applicable laws and regulationsStructure and manage the company’s legal functions and staffSelect, retain, manage, and evaluate all outside counselAdvise on legal aspects of the company’s financing, including assessing and advising on current and future business structures and legal entitiesResponsible for administrative reporting and maintenance of corporate records and contractsRequirements for the General Counsel & Compliance Officer:
At least 6 years of experience in the corporate legal department of a law firm or an in-house corporate role (or both)Strong real estate background requiredProven track record of confronting complex legal and compliance matters with significant financial and business impactLicensed to practice and in good standing in PennsylvaniaJ.D. from an accredited law school and excellent academic credentialsAbility to communicate effectively with a variety of contacts, including outside attorneys, senior management, and business associatesStrong attention to detail with the ability to multitask effectivelyClear thinker with a strong process, focus, and results orientationPosition Details of the General Counsel & Compliance Officer:
Type of Role: PermanentSchedule: Full-TimeLocation: Suburbs of Philadelphia (in office)Compensation
Pay: The salary range for this role is $215,000-$300,000. Pay is based on multiple factors, including but not limited to, work experience, qualifications, credentials, and location.Benefits: In addition to pay, a competitive benefits package is also provided, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k) and generous leave policies.Confidentiality
Latitude will not propose you to prospective clients without your prior consent. Candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.About Latitude
Latitude is a full-service flexible legal talent company serving corporate legal departments and law firms nationwide. From Fortune Global 100 companies to start-ups and Global 50 law firms to boutiques, clients turn to us for top-tier attorneys and other legal professionals.Latitude specializes in providing highly skilled former in-house counsel and Big Law attorneys for flexible contract engagements and permanent positions in dozens of practice areas, including commercial contracting, data privacy, M&A, employment, litigation, and more.Founded in 2013, Latitude has been recognized by Chambers as a leading global flexible legal staffing company and the #1 Legal Recruiter by
The National Law Journal .Latitude Contract Engagements & Secondments
Outstanding attorneys and other legal professionals who are seeking contract assignments or consulting/secondment roles choose to work with Latitude because of our competitive compensation and benefits, sophisticated and engaging work, a chance to work with great clients and peers, and a refreshing blend of freedom with self-designed boundaries.Permanent Positions
Outstanding legal professionals who are seeking permanent positions choose to work with Latitude because of our deep market knowledge, career advocacy and extensive client base.FAQ:
Q: What other legal jobs do you have?
A: If you’re interested in working with Latitude but do not think this particular legal job is the right one for you, we encourage you to explore our other open opportunities or fill out a General Application by visiting us at
https://latitudelegal.com/jobs/ .Q: Should I apply for this specific position if I have previously applied for another Latitude position?
A: Yes, it is better to apply to each Latitude job for which you are qualified and interested.Q: How can I reduce the risk of missing Latitude’s email inviting me to interview for this position?
A: Please safe-list Latitude’s URL domain name (latitudelegal.com) in your spam filter.Q: My current legal team needs help. How can I see some Latitude candidates for my legal team?
A: The fastest way is to submit the very short form on our website contact page.For more information about Latitude, please visit us at
https://latitudelegal.com .Follow Latitude on LinkedInSee More Latitude JobsSee Complimentary Latitude ResourcesFind a Great Attorney or Other Legal Professional for your Legal TeamThank you for your interest in Latitude!Latitude is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
#J-18808-Ljbffr