Chief Legal Officer

1 month ago


San Diego CA, United States ecoATM Gazelle Full time

Company Overview (Who are we? Why should you join us?)

At ecoATM the proof of our success is in our staggering growth, extraordinary impact on protecting the planet, and providing a work culture unlike any other. We are a technology company and a pioneer of device re-commerce. Through our 5500+ automated kiosks and online marketplace Gazelle.com, we enable people all over the world to join the mobile device re-use revolution, a revolution that will get billions of used smartphones out of the e-waste cycle and into the hands of people who don't have affordable access to the empowerment of the latest mobile technology.

At ecoATM we know our employees are our greatest strength and the key to our continued growth and success. When you join our team, you will enjoy more than just a job, you will be empowered to develop and utilize your unique talents and skills to build a rewarding career while making a lasting, positive impact on the planet.

Our Values and Leadership Behaviors

Position Details (What will you be doing?)

  • Provide executive leadership, oversight, and direction of all legal matters, including contracts, regulatory compliance, litigation, corporate governance and law enforcement relations.
  • Collaborate with the executive team to develop and implement legal strategies that align with the organization's business goals and objectives.
  • Leverage experience in negotiating and closing on mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and other strategic ventures in order to contribute to the organization's growth.
  • Perform the function of Corporate Secretary and advise both the CEO and the Board of Directors on corporate governance-related matters, to include best practices and maintenance of corporate records.
  • Compliance with federal, state, and local laws, as well as industry regulations relevant to the company's operations.
  • Advise on complex legal issues related to business transactions, intellectual property, data privacy & security, employment, and other legal areas impacting the organization.
  • Lead and manage the legal team, providing guidance, mentorship, and fostering a high-performance culture.
  • Represent the company's legal interests in negotiations, transactions, and interactions with external partners, regulators, and stakeholders.
  • Oversee the development and implementation of policies and procedures to mitigate legal risks and ensure ethical conduct.
  • Monitor changes in laws and regulations that may affect the company and recommend proactive strategies to address legal challenges.
  • Act as a strategic partner to the CEO and executive team, contributing to key decisions and initiatives that impact the organization's overall success.

Education & Experience (What education and experience will you need to be successful?)

  • Seasoned legal professional with a Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited institution and a minimum of 15 years of legal experience and 10 or more years of executive leadership experience in a corporate context.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and relationship building skills required to initiate and develop productive working partnerships with all levels of management/ leadership and staff.
  • Demonstrated experience in successfully negotiating and closing commercial business agreements.
  • Demonstrated experience in successfully negotiating and closing on mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and other strategic ventures
  • Ability to influence results, garner support and tactfully manage complex relationships and influences within and across the organization.
  • Demonstrates customer service orientation and seeks to understand customer requirements and exercising judgment in meeting their expectations, particularly when there are differences of opinions on needs and services, unanticipated contingencies, or a divergence of ideas/perspectives.
  • Exceptional oral and written communication, persuasion, consulting, team building and negotiation skills.
  • Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.
  • Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals and values of ecoATM.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (What knowledge, skills and abilities will you need to be successful?)

  • Strong business acumen and the ability to align legal strategies with overall business goals.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to articulate complex legal issues to diverse audiences.
  • Strategic thinker with a track record of providing effective legal counsel on business decisions.
  • Demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performance legal teams.
  • Sound judgment and decision-making skills in high-pressure situations.
  • Commitment to upholding the highest standards of legal and ethical conduct.
  • Experience with private equity backed companies is preferred.

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