Chief Legal Officer

Job Type

Full-time

Description

The Chief Legal Officer (CLO) reporting directly to the Group CEO, will be responsible for shaping the legal framework of a diverse and dynamic organization operating on a global scale. The CLO will play a pivotal role in overseeing legal strategy and oversight, international compliance, risk management, contract negotiations, intellectual property protection, and dispute resolution and litigation management globally.

The ideal candidate will have awareness of geopolitical trends, geopolitical risks, and regional dynamics that may impact the company's operations and legal environment, and the ability to provide strategic advice based on geopolitical analysis. If you are a visionary legal leader with a passion for navigating complex legal landscapes and driving business success across borders, we invite you to be part of our journey.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:

• Manage and resolve legal disputes and litigation matters across multiple jurisdictions, including coordinating with external counsel and representing the company's interests in legal proceedings.
• Develop and execute comprehensive legal strategies to support the company's global business objectives, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and corporate governance standards across all jurisdictions.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in multiple continents where the company operates, including laws related to corporate governance, data privacy, employment, intellectual property, and industry-specific regulations.
• Develop and implement strategies to protect the company's intellectual property rights globally, including trademarks, patents, copyrights, and trade secrets, and manage enforcement actions when necessary.
• Manage and resolve legal disputes and litigation matters across multiple jurisdictions, including coordinating with external counsel and representing the company's interests in legal proceedings.
• Lead legal due diligence and provide guidance on mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, strategic partnerships, and other cross-border transactions, ensuring legal compliance and risk mitigation.
• Build and maintain relationships with government officials, regulatory agencies, industry associations, and other stakeholders worldwide, and advocate for the company's interests on legislative and regulatory matters.
• Establish and oversee ethics and compliance programs to promote a culture of integrity, transparency, and ethical conduct throughout the organization, providing training and guidance to employees as needed.
• Provide legal support and guidance for international expansion initiatives, including market entry strategies, regulatory compliance, and establishment of legal entities and partnerships.
• Lead negotiations of complex commercial agreements, partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, and other transactions, and oversee contract management processes to ensure compliance and mitigate legal risks.
• Other duties as assigned
  
  
  

Additional Job Requirements

• 20% travel required both U.S. domestically and international
  
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly supervises employees in the Legal department. Carries out Supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, selecting, hiring, and training employees, planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems. For Exempt Managers: Managers that carry out these responsibilities for two or more employees will have significant input in hiring and termination decisions.

Requirements

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In accordance with applicable laws, Vita Inclinata will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the position.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) from four-year college or university and 10+ years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school in the United States, Germany, or the United Kingdom; admission to the bar in at least one jurisdiction required. Foreign bar admission is a plus.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience practicing law, with a focus on corporate, securities, and international law, preferably in a global business environment.
• Experience executing on and managing litigation processes in employment law, contract law, or securities law.
• Deep understanding of legal and regulatory issues impacting global businesses, including intellectual property, data privacy, antitrust, and compliance.
• Experience advising on mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and other strategic transactions preferred.
• Experience advising boards of directors and board committees on legal matters, corporate governance best practices, fiduciary duties, and board composition and effectiveness.
  
  
  

Skills

• Strong business acumen and ability to understand and align legal strategies with broader business objectives.
• Significant confidence in a court room setting.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders across different cultures and geographies.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and effectively manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Strong executive presence and ability to interact confidently and effectively with senior executives, board members, investors, regulators, and other external stakeholders, representing the company's legal interests with credibility and authority.
• Proficiency in crisis communication and media relations, including the ability to develop and execute communication strategies to manage reputational risks and mitigate the impact of legal issues on the company's brand.
  
  
  

Compensation

In compliance with Colorado’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the total compensation for this role is $225,000 - 350,000 per year, however, Vita Inclinata Technologies considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

Company Benefits

• 100% Employer Paid Top Health Care
• Bonuses Eligibility
• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• Stock in Vita Inclinata Technologies (We all rise and fall together!)
• Employer Match 401k Program
• Additional benefits include life insurance, dental, vision, and pet insurance.
  
  
  

Vita Inclinata Technologies is an equal opportunity employer that values workplace diversity. We strive to create an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds, life experiences, and perspectives. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), ancestry, national origin, veteran status, marital or family status, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history or any other characteristic protected by law). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.

Salary Description

225,000 - 350,000