Legal Counsel

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Florida, +4 more states.

📋 Description

• Act as the internal legal advisor for three portfolios: two acquisition teams focused on expanding established software firms and Valsoft Ventures’ startup portfolio.

• Prepare, review, and negotiate agreements related to software licensing, SaaS, customer relations, vendor partnerships, and collaborations.

• Develop practical legal templates and operational playbooks.

• Provide guidance on licensing issues pertaining to technology and AI.

• Serve as the primary legal contact for leaders within portfolio companies.

• Assist with employment-related issues and HR initiatives, including policy development, contract formulation, and workplace concerns.

• Oversee intellectual property matters, encompassing software licensing, ownership, and protection strategies.

• Proactively identify legal risks and collaborate with business teams to create appropriate solutions.

• Keep corporate records updated and ensure adherence to corporate formalities and governance across entities.

• Offer insights on regulatory compliance in both U.S. and international operations.

• Collaborate with external legal counsel and international stakeholders to address multi-jurisdictional matters.

• Support post-acquisition legal and operational integration processes.

⛳️ Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from a recognized law school.

• Licensed and in good standing in at least one U.S. state.

• Minimum of 4 years of legal practice experience.

• Background in a law firm followed by in-house operational experience is advantageous.

• Exceptional skills in drafting and negotiating commercial and technology-related agreements.

• Familiarity with licensing agreements related to technology, software, and AI.

• Robust understanding of SaaS business models.

• Experience managing employment law and HR-related legal issues.

• Working knowledge of commercial contracts, intellectual property, and corporate governance.

• Demonstrated practical judgment.

• Capability to manage multiple matters and engage with stakeholders across various companies.

• Ability to communicate clearly with non-legal professionals.

• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

• Preference for a diverse range of legal matters over specialization.

• Ability to work autonomously while closely collaborating with teams.

• Detail-oriented and organized approach to tasks.

• Comfort in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment characterized by high growth.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, AD&D, LTD, STD, EAP, FSA, critical illness, accident coverage, and hospital indemnity insurance.

• 401(k) retirement plan.

• Unlimited vacation policy.

• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.

• Entrepreneurial culture that values innovative ideas and fresh perspectives, enabling you to make a significant impact on the business.