General Counsel

DescriptionRobert Half is partnering with a global industry leader to identify a General Counsel for a highly visible executive leadership opportunity. This role will serve as the senior legal leader for the Americas region, overseeing legal operations across the United States, Canada, Mexico, Central America, and South America while partnering closely with international leadership.This is an exceptional opportunity to join a well-established multinational organization with a collaborative culture, strong executive team, and a significant global footprint. The organization operates in a highly regulated, commercially driven environment and continues to invest heavily in growth initiatives, acquisitions, and strategic transformation projects.The position offers a highly competitive total compensation package of approximately $400,000, excellent benefits, and a hybrid work schedule.Key ResponsibilitiesServe as the senior legal advisor to executive leadership throughout the Americas regionLead the negotiation, drafting, and review of complex commercial agreementsProvide strategic legal guidance on corporate transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and business expansion initiativesAdvise on regulatory, compliance, governance, and risk management matters across multiple jurisdictionsPartner with business leaders on cross-border commercial and operational initiativesOversee legal support for employment, intellectual property, litigation, real estate, privacy, and regulatory mattersDrive legal process improvements, contract management initiatives, and operational efficienciesLead and develop a team of legal and contracts professionalsManage outside counsel relationships and legal budgetsSupport organizational growth through practical, business-focused legal adviceRequirementsRequired QualificationsJuris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law schoolLicensed and in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar15+ years of legal experience in-house, at a law firm, or a combination of bothSignificant experience negotiating and managing sophisticated commercial contractsDemonstrated M& A experience, including acquisitions, integration support, and transaction managementStrong international and cross-border legal experienceExperience advising multinational organizations with operations across multiple jurisdictionsProven leadership experience managing legal teams and developing talentExceptional stakeholder management and executive communication skillsStrong project management capabilities and ability to lead enterprise-wide initiativesThis role offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Life, Disability Insurance coverage options, and much more.Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches fasterJob typePerm