Senior Corporate Counsel

Senior Corporate Counsel

Certified Collectibles Group | Legal Department

Location: Sarasota, FL | Reports To: General Counsel | Full-Time / On-Site

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and business-minded Senior Corporate Counsel to join our in-house legal team. Reporting directly to the General Counsel, this attorney will serve as a trusted advisor across the organization, providing practical legal guidance on a broad range of commercial, intellectual property, and strategic matters. This is a high-impact role for a collaborative attorney who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to be a true partner to the business.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial & Transactional

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including customer contracts, vendor agreements, licensing arrangements, NDAs, and other business-critical documents.
• Identify and mitigate legal and business risk in contractual matters while enabling efficient deal execution.
• Manage contract repository and develop and maintain standard contract templates and playbooks to streamline the contracting process.

Legal Advisory & Business Support

• Partner with business units to review current and contemplated products, services, and business initiatives, providing proactive legal analysis and practical guidance.
• Advise on applicable laws, regulations, and compliance requirements relevant to business operations and new offerings.
• Serve as a key legal resource to the General Counsel and Senior Leadership Team on strategic and operational matters.
• Assist General Counsel with insurance portfolio, including renewals and claims.

Disputes & Litigation

• Provide legal support in connection with disputes, claims, and litigation matters.
• Liaise with outside litigation counsel, including overseeing strategy, budgets, and case timelines.
• Assist with legal holds, document preservation, and internal investigations as needed.

What will help you succeed in the role

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing.
• 3 to 6 years of legal experience, whether gained in law firm or in-house.
• Demonstrated expertise in commercial contract drafting and negotiation.
• Experience managing large volume of commercial contracts.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to provide practical, solutions-oriented legal advice.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to distill complex legal issues for non-legal audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a dynamic environment.

Nice-To-Have

• Experience in data privacy law
• Familiarity with international trade and customs matters.
• Familiarity with intellectual property (mostly trademarks)

Compensation & Benefits

Certified Collectibles Group offers a competitive compensation package including a base salary range of $130,000 to $160,000, annual performance bonus, comprehensive health benefits, 401(k) with company match, and PTO.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diversity strengthens our team and drives innovation, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply.