Assistant General Counsel

Assistant General CounselA growing global technology and services company is seeking an experienced Assistant General Counsel to serve as a key legal partner to the business. This individual will provide strategic and practical legal guidance across commercial transactions, employment matters, compliance initiatives, and regulatory issues in a fast-paced environment.Compensation:$250,000 – $500,000 total compensation range, dependent on experience and qualifications.Key Responsibilities:Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a broad range of commercial agreements, including SaaS, licensing, consulting, reseller, services, and platform agreementsDraft and review employment and labor-related documents and provide guidance on personnel mattersAnalyze contract terms and special provisions to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policiesAdvise business teams on legal and regulatory compliance matters across multiple departmentsDevelop, implement, and maintain internal company policies and guidelinesConduct legal research and due diligence related to employment law, labor law, intellectual property, privacy, and regulatory complianceSupport internal and external compliance audits and advise on risk mitigation strategiesCollaborate cross-functionally with leadership and business stakeholders on day-to-day legal mattersQualifications:Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law schoolAdmission to the New Jersey Bar or eligibility for a New Jersey limited in-house counsel license7–10 years of relevant legal experience in a law firm and/or in-house legal departmentPrior experience within a publicly traded company is strongly preferredExperience handling commercial contracts and employment-related matters requiredBroad working knowledge of U.S. and international privacy laws and regulations preferredDesired Strengths:Ability to independently assess complex legal issues and provide practical business-oriented solutionsExceptional organizational skills and attention to detailProven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environmentStrong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skillsAbility to effectively collaborate with stakeholders across all levels of an organizationStrong work ethic and sound professional judgmentProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPointEOE: We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.