Senior Corporate Counsel

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Offer general legal counsel and guidance to non-attorney business stakeholders.

• Provide advice on compliance, consumer protection, cybersecurity, data privacy, and employment laws applicable in the United States and Canada.

• Negotiate, evaluate, and draft employment and commercial contracts, which include subscription agreements, SaaS contracts, NDAs, leases, advertising and media contracts, and time-and-materials agreements.

• Examine corporate policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

• Conduct legal research relevant to current and upcoming business initiatives.

• Assess advertising and promotional materials for adherence to state consumer protection statutes.

• Oversee data and technology licensing activities, as well as software and professional services agreements, including trademark clearance and usage.

• Provide strategic insights for new business opportunities and potential or ongoing litigation.

• Manage potential or ongoing litigation in collaboration with outside counsel, including the review or drafting of motions and pleadings.

• Assist with due diligence in mergers and acquisitions and corporate governance matters.

• Maintain the integrity and reputation of Cars.com.

• Work in partnership with key stakeholders and senior and executive leaders throughout the organization.

⛳️ Requirements

• Active license in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar.

• General corporate experience in a law firm or in-house legal department performing similar roles and responsibilities.

• Proven experience in reviewing and negotiating complex commercial and employment contracts.

• Familiarity with U.S. and Canadian employment, consumer protection, data privacy, as well as federal and state civil procedure laws.

• Experience in litigation or litigation management.

• Exceptional strategic and analytical capabilities.

• Strong communication and presentation skills.

• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

• Experience in an e-commerce, technology, or automotive-related company is preferred.

• Knowledge of legal issues related to product development, U.S. federal and state data security and privacy regulations, and fintech is preferred.

• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

• Employment visa sponsorship is not available.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Healthcare Plans.

• New Hire Stipend for Home Office Set-Up.

• Generous PTO.

• Paid Holidays.

• Floating Holiday.

• Volunteer Day.

• Recharge Day.

• Bonus and/or equity programs may be available depending on position level and role.

• Comprehensive benefits package for regular full-time positions.