General Counsel

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General Counsel, Miami-Fort Lauderdale area

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on General Counsel to lead all aspects of corporate governance, compliance and legal functions. He or she will provide strategic guidance across complex business matters, with a particular focus on M&A activities, reporting, compliance and risk management.

Significant experience leading M&A transactions and complex reporting requirements is required.

• Lead legal, compliance, corporate governance, and risk management functions, serving as a trusted advisor to the executive team.


• Oversee regulatory reporting, compliance, disclosures and corporate governance.


• Provide legal leadership for mergers and acquisitions, financing activities, capital markets transactions, and other strategic growth initiatives.


• Negotiate and manage complex commercial agreements, corporate transactions, and strategic partnerships.


• Advise on employment, regulatory, and business matters while managing outside counsel and mitigating legal risk across the enterprise.

REQUIREMENTS

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school


• 10+ years of legal practice, combining top law firm experience with public company experience, including responsibility for SEC reporting filings and compliance


• M&A Track Record: direct experience with end-to-end corporate transactions and strategic deals


• Comprehensive knowledge of regulatory / statutory public company reporting requirements

This is a full-time, permanent position offering excellent benefits and a comprehensive compensation package, commensurate with experience.