General Counsel

Codal•Chicago, IL

5h•$150,000 - $300,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Codal is an award-winning web design and development consultancy that helps enterprise organizations solve complex problems and accelerate growth through elegant, data-driven digital solutions. Our areas of expertise include application modernization, eCommerce, UX/UI design, product strategy, data analytics, and artificial intelligence. At Codal, you’ll collaborate with some of the most innovative organizations in the world and work on cutting-edge technologies that push the boundaries of design and software development. You’ll also be part of a community that promotes long-term success, not just for our clients but for each other. We’ll help you develop a professional roadmap that takes your career to new heights. The General Counsel serves as the primary legal advisor to leadership. This role is responsible for all legal matters affecting the company, including commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, employment law, corporate governance, and risk management. Reporting to the COO, the GC will build and lead the legal function while supporting a fast-paced, international technology services business. The ideal candidate is a pragmatic, business-minded attorney who can balance legal rigor with commercial reality. You're comfortable being the go-to resource for everything legal, enjoy variety, and thrive in an environment where you're building infrastructure while simultaneously handling day-to-day matters.

Requirements

J.D. from an accredited law school; active bar admission
8 + years of legal experience, with significant in-house technology experience
Strong commercial contracts expertise, particularly in software/ technology services
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional projects beyond traditional legal scope
Excellent judgment, communication skills, and executive presence
Comfortable operating with autonomy in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Experience working with digital consulting strongly preferred
Experience with working at tech consulting firms
Background advising on technology implementations
Privacy certifications or relevant technical training
Experience at a multinational company
Experience with regulated industries (healthcare, government, financial services)

Responsibilities

Serve as in-house attorney and primary legal advisor to leadership on commercial, regulatory, employment, and corporate matters
Build, manage, and mentor a lean legal team; coordinate with outside counsel across the US, Canada, the UK, and India
Draft, negotiate, and structure commercial agreements, including MSAs, SOWs, NDAs, and partnership agreements with enterprise and Fortune 500 clients
Develop and maintain contract templates, playbooks, and self-service resources that enable efficient deal flow
Advise on data privacy and regulatory compliance, including HIPAA, GDPR, CCPA, and SOC 2 requirements
Manage employment law matters across multiple jurisdictions, including handbooks, policies, and workplace investigations
Oversee corporate governance, entity management, and international subsidiary compliance
Identify and mitigate legal and business risks; advise leadership on risk exposure
Support M&A activity, commercial real estate transactions, and other corporate matters as they arise

Benefits

Office snacks and drinks + a fancy Bevi water machine with flavored water
We offer Medical, Life, Dental/Vision, and many more insurance types
Employer 401k match - 4%
An office in the heart of downtown Chicago with a gym, food court, rooftop bar, outdoor sports court, and other amenities
Working hybrid for in-person collaboration and sprint-planning days

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