Jasper Colin Research - Chief Legal Counsel Role

At Jasper Colin, a growth-stage company founded in 2007, we've achieved organic growth year on year under the leadership of a visionary founder. We're now looking to build our in-house legal team from the ground up. We're seeking leaders who can provide strategic direction and offer comprehensive legal protection across all areas of the business. If you're ready to shape and lead this critical function, we'd love to connect!

The Chief Legal Counsel will be responsible for overseeing all legal aspects of our operations, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and providing strategic legal advice to the executive team. You will play a crucial role in managing legal risks, negotiating contracts, and protecting the company's interests. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in corporate law, excellent leadership skills, and a deep understanding of the SaaS/ product and data industry.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

- Provide strategic legal guidance and support to the executive team and department heads.

- Oversee the drafting, review, and negotiation of contracts, agreements, and legal documents.

- Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.

- Manage legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate potential liabilities.

- Handle corporate governance matters, including board meetings, corporate filings, and compliance with corporate policies.

- Build and Scale the legal team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

- Stay abreast of legal developments, industry trends, and best practices relevant to the market research sector.

- Represent the company in legal proceedings, negotiations, and other legal matters as needed.

- Collaborate with external legal counsel and other advisors to address complex legal issues and support business objectives.

- Provide legal guidance on intellectual property matters, including trademarks, copyrights, and data protection.

Qualifications - Education, Experience & Skills:

- Minimum of 15 years of experience practicing law, with a focus on corporate law and commercial transactions.

- Previous experience in the market research/ consulting/ SaaS industry or a related field is preferred.

- Proven track record of providing strategic legal advice to senior executives and managing legal risks in a corporate environment.

- Strong negotiation skills and experience drafting a wide range of contracts and legal documents.

- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts in a clear and concise manner.

- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

- Demonstrated leadership ability, with experience managing and developing a legal team.

- High ethical standards and integrity, with a commitment to upholding the highest levels of professionalism and confidentiality.