General Counsel

General Counsel, Charlotte, NC (Hybrid)SPAR is seeking an experienced and business-minded General Counsel to serve as the Company's chief legal advisor. This executive leadership role provides strategic legal guidance across corporate governance, employment law, commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, SEC reporting, and enterprise risk management.As General Counsel, you will partner closely with executive leadership and the Board of Directors to protect the organization, support strategic growth initiatives, and ensure compliance within a publicly traded company environment. The ideal candidate combines exceptional legal expertise with practical business judgment and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative setting.What We Offer:Full-Time Salary Position (Competitive based on experience)Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life, etc.)Generous Paid Time OffCareer advancement opportunitiesCollaborative and growth-focused work environmentWork Location: Hybrid in Charlotte, NCWhat You'll DoCorporate & Strategic Legal CounselServe as the Company's trusted legal advisor to executive leadership and the Board of Directors.Provide practical, risk-based legal guidance that supports business growth and operational excellence.Lead corporate governance activities, including Board materials, resolutions, committee charters, and governance policies.Oversee enterprise legal risk management and coordinate with outside counsel as needed.Employment Law & HR ComplianceAdvise leadership on employment law, employee relations, workplace investigations, accommodations, wage and hour compliance, and multi-state HR matters.Manage employment litigation, agency investigations, arbitration, mediation, and regulatory matters involving the EEOC, DOL, OSHA, NLRB, and state agencies.Draft and negotiate executive employment agreements, separation agreements, equity incentive documentation, and workplace policies.Commercial ContractsLead the drafting, review, and negotiation of complex commercial agreements, including Master Service Agreements (MSAs), vendor contracts, SaaS agreements, licensing, and strategic partnerships.Develop contract standards that protect SPAR's business interests while supporting operational efficiency.SEC & Public Company ComplianceOversee the preparation and filing of SEC reports, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements, and Section 16 filings.Administer insider trading compliance, Regulation FD requirements, and Rule 10b5-1 trading plans.Partner with Finance and executive leadership on corporate governance and public company compliance initiatives.Top Qualifications & SkillsJuris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.Active license to practice law in North Carolina and in good standing.8+ years of corporate legal experience, including public company, securities, employment, and commercial law.Strong knowledge of SEC regulations, corporate governance, and public company reporting.Experience negotiating complex commercial agreements and managing legal risk.Expertise in employment law, HR compliance, and workplace investigations.Exceptional business judgment with the ability to balance legal risk and strategic objectives.Outstanding communication, negotiation, and executive relationship-building skills.Proven ability to manage multiple legal priorities in a fast-paced business environment.Experience supporting executive leadership and Boards of Directors.Why SPAR?Join SPAR and become a key member of the executive leadership team at a publicly traded company serving some of the world's leading retailers and consumer brands. You'll have the opportunity to influence strategic decisions, shape corporate governance, and provide legal leadership that drives business success. SPAR has more than 50 years of experience in retail and consumer goods, serving some of the world's best companies. We offer end-to-end services to make sure our clients' products are available and presented in the most compelling way.This description is not an exhaustive list of duties and may be modified or expanded to meet the changing needs of the business.SPAR provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, SPAR complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. SPAR expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of SPAR's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.