Vice President (VP) of Legal
Colorado Remote
JOB SUMMARY:
The VP, Legal assists the Chief Legal Officer in overseeing the legal affairs of the organization. This role involves managing a broad range of legal issues, including franchising, corporate governance, contracts, compliance, litigation, and regulatory matters. The VP, Legal will act as a trusted advisor to senior management, support legal operations, and help ensure the company operates in accordance with all relevant laws and regulations.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Legal Advisory & Strategy:
- Assist the CLO in providing legal advice to senior leadership and business units on corporate strategy, regulatory matters, and business operations.
- Evaluate and mitigate legal risks across various business areas, including contracts, labor, regulatory compliance, and intellectual property.
- Monitor and analyze legal developments that may impact the business.
Contract Management:
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of contracts, including franchise agreements, FDDs, supplier agreements, partnerships, licensing deals, and other business-related legal documents.
- Ensure that all contracts comply with applicable laws and protect the organization’s interests.
Litigation & Dispute Resolution:
- Support and manage the company's involvement in litigation, disputes, and regulatory inquiries.
- Work with outside counsel when necessary and oversee external legal services to ensure efficient and cost-effective representation.
- Provide strategic guidance on litigation risks and dispute resolution strategies.
Compliance & Risk Management:
- Ensure that the organization complies with all relevant legal and regulatory requirements, including franchise law, employment law, data privacy regulations, and industry-specific standards.
- Help develop and implement internal compliance programs and policies to address risk.
- Provide legal training and updates to internal teams on regulatory changes and compliance requirements.
Corporate Governance:
- Assist in advising the board of directors and executive leadership on corporate governance practices.
- Draft and maintain key corporate documents, including board resolutions, shareholder agreements, and meeting minutes.
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations governing corporate governance.
Team Leadership & Collaboration:
- Support the legal department in its daily operations, including mentoring junior legal staff and collaborating with other departments (e.g., HR, finance, operations).
- Act as a backup to the CLO, assuming their responsibilities when required.
- Foster a collaborative working relationship with internal stakeholders and external legal professionals.
Regulatory Affairs & Licensing:
- Assist with obtaining and maintaining necessary licenses, permits, and certifications for the company’s operations.
- Ensure ongoing compliance with industry-specific regulations, including franchise, health, safety, environmental, or other applicable standards.
Policy Development:
- Contribute to the development and enforcement of corporate policies that ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards.
- Advise on the development …
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- Collaborate with departments
- Ensure compliance
- Manage contracts
- Mentor junior staff
- Provide legal advice
Collaboration Communication Compliance Contract management Corporate governance Interpersonal Leadership Legal Advisory Litigation management Negotiation Organizational Policy Development Regulatory Affairs Risk Management Team Leadership
Experience7-12 years
Education TimezonesAmerica/Anchorage America/Chicago America/Denver America/Los_Angeles America/New_York Pacific/Honolulu UTC-10 UTC-5 UTC-6 UTC-7 UTC-8 UTC-9