Legal Counsel

Our client is seeking a Legal Counsel to support its U.S. and global expansion. As the sole U.S.-based counsel, you’ll advise on corporate and commercial matters, acquisitions, contracts, and post-merger integration while partnering with senior stakeholders. Covering California, Texas, New York, and Chicago, this role offers flexibility, growth, and the chance to shape legal strategy within a collaborative, international environment.

Key Responsibilities:
In your capacity as Legal Counsel, you will play a pivotal role in advancing the organization's North American expansion by delivering authoritative legal advice on commercial contracts, acquisitions, corporate governance, and internal operations. Your daily activities will involve close cooperation with senior leadership to facilitate client engagements through meticulous contract management while also guiding strategic acquisitions from due diligence through post-merger integration. You will be relied upon for your sound judgement in navigating complex legal frameworks—balancing risk mitigation with organizational objectives—and for your ability to communicate effectively with both internal stakeholders and external advisors. As the primary point of contact for all United States-based legal matters, you will enjoy considerable autonomy whilst benefiting from direct access to an experienced General Counsel. Your success will be measured by your capacity to foster trust among colleagues, provide timely solutions to emerging issues, and contribute substantively to the company’s ambitious growth trajectory.

• Review, draft, and negotiate an array of international commercial contracts with clients and suppliers to ensure adherence to organizational standards while mitigating potential risks.
• Provide comprehensive legal assistance to partners and principals during client engagements by advising on contractual terms and facilitating effective negotiations.
• Work collaboratively with the acquisitions team to deliver in-house legal counsel throughout the acquisition process as part of the company’s ongoing expansion strategy.
• Support due diligence activities and oversee post-completion corporate and commercial matters to ensure seamless integration of newly acquired entities.
• Advise on internal operational issues including employment-related contracts, share option schemes, company policies, and data protection requirements.
• Maintain close communication with the General Counsel whilst operating independently as the sole United States-based legal counsel, ensuring effective liaison between domestic offices and international teams.
• Engage with external counsel in various jurisdictions (notably in the United Kingdom and United States) when specialist advice or cross-border expertise is required.
• Contribute to corporate governance initiatives by ensuring all practices are aligned with regulatory requirements and best practice standards.
• Assist in developing internal policies that reflect current legislation regarding intellectual property rights, liability clauses, indemnities, and data privacy.
• Participate actively in post-closing integration projects for newly acquired businesses by providing ongoing legal guidance.

Key Requirements:
The ideal candidate for Legal Counsel brings substantial experience from both private practice at leading law firms as well as prior roles as an in-house lawyer within swiftly growing organizations. Your background provides you with deep insight into managing intricate commercial agreements while balancing regulatory compliance against practical business imperatives. You are adept at cultivating relationships across functions—working collaboratively with partners, principals, operations teams, and external advisors—to deliver solutions that safeguard organizational interests without impeding progress. Your meticulous attention ensures accuracy in documentation; your interpersonal skills engender trust among colleagues; your pragmatic approach enables efficient resolution of issues; and your dedication to continuous learning positions you favorably for future advancement within the company’s expanding global presence.
Admission to practice law in California, Texas, or New York is essential for this position as it ensures compliance with relevant state regulations.

• A minimum of four years’ post-qualification experience gained at a reputable United States or international law firm demonstrates your technical proficiency across diverse legal areas.
• A proven record as an in-house lawyer within a rapidly expanding environment highlights your adaptability and understanding of evolving business needs.
• Comprehensive knowledge of commercial contracts—including intellectual property considerations, data protection obligations, liability clauses, and indemnities—enables you to manage risk judiciously.
• Experience advising on corporate governance matters ensures you can uphold best practices within a growing organization.
• Fluency in written and spoken English is required for clear communication across global teams.
• The ability to operate independently whilst maintaining close consultation with senior leadership reflects your reliability and discernment.
• Familiarity with public company-related work is highly desirable as it supports compliance during periods of rapid organizational change.
• Exposure to employment law enhances your capacity to advise on workforce-related agreements and policy development.
• Experience negotiating contracts governed by other jurisdictions adds value when dealing with cross-border transactions.

What sets this company apart:

• This organization distinguishes itself as one of the most ambitious consulting groups worldwide - renowned for its entrepreneurial ethos, impressive growth since its inception in 2009, and steadfast commitment to excellence.

What's Next:
If interested in this position, please contact Andrew Scholz at +1 332 205 3890 or Andrew.Scholz@robertwalters.com