Chief Legal Officer

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants LumeTech is a visionary technology company on a mission to build the platforms and infrastructure shaping the next era of the internet. We specialize in full-stack innovation—creating scalable cloud systems, intelligent software, and social platforms designed for the modern world. At our core, we build digital experiences that are empowering, seamless, and enduring. Whether it’s infrastructure powering tomorrow’s internet or platforms redefining online interaction, LumeTech is where innovation and impact meet. The Role We’re seeking a founding Chief Legal Officer (CLO) to join our early-stage executive team. This is a unique opportunity to help lay the legal foundation for a company from day one. You’ll work closely with the CEO on all legal aspects of startup formation, funding, compliance, and governance as we build a future-facing tech ecosystem. Note: We’re specifically looking for someone Tampa-based or willing to relocate. As we grow and establish a physical HQ, this role will operate locally alongside other members of the executive team. This is an equity-compensated role with a standard 4-year vesting schedule (1-year cliff). Compensation will initially be equity-based only, with the potential to transition into a salaried position once funding milestones are met. What You’ll Do • Advise on corporate structure, cap table management, and legal compliance (Delaware C-Corp) • Draft and review contracts, NDAs, employment agreements, and investor documents • Help establish our equity compensation plans (e.g., ESOP, RSUs) • Set up risk management policies and ensure legal documentation is up to date • Collaborate closely with the CEO, CFO, and other stakeholders • Support long-term legal strategy as we scale into cloud, platform, and hardware spaces What We’re Looking For • Located in or willing to relocate to Tampa, FL (required) • Experience supporting early-stage startups or tech companies (preferred) • Familiarity with venture capital, equity structures, and founder agreements • Strong attention to detail and ability to lead all things legal in a lean, agile team • Comfortable with equity-first compensation in early-stage environments Compensation • Equity only (Founding Grant) • 4-year vesting schedule with 1-year cliff • Opportunity to move into a full-time salaried executive position post-funding Apply Now We’re building something bold — and we need someone just as bold to help us protect it. If you’re a legal mind with a startup heart, based in (or coming to) Tampa, let’s talk. Seniority level Seniority level Executive Employment type Employment type Part-time Job function Job function Legal Industries Software Development Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at LumeTech by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Chief Legal Officer” roles. Regulatory Issue Remediation Oversight Senior Vice President (Hybrid) Assistant General Counsel, Government Business Compliance Assistant General Counsel – Service Line Commercial Support Assistant General Counsel, Government Business Compliance St. Petersburg, FL $169,700.00-$169,700.00 2 weeks ago Associate General Counsel, Mergers & Acquisitions Associate General Counsel – Service Line Commercial Support We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr