General Counsel

Upside•Washington, DC

7d•$285,000 - $310,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Upside is seeking an experienced executive attorney to serve as General Counsel. The General Counsel will report to the CFO and mentor/coach the Deputy General Counsels to identify, develop, communicate, and monitor policies that will ensure compliance with law by the entire company. This is a great opportunity to join a small yet growing legal team and work on novel issues in an exciting, fast-paced environment.

Requirements

15+ years of experience as a practicing attorney (including in-house or at a law firm)
Extensive experience and expertise with drafting and negotiating large commercial contracts
Ability to handle major problems in practice areas with little or no supervision
Sound business judgment and industry knowledge
Experience managing client relationships with business leaders
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines with consistently high-quality work product in a fast-paced environment
Strong interpersonal skills with ability to interact effectively and work collaboratively with individuals at all levels
High attention to detail with strong organizational skills and ability to work independently
J.D. degree and membership in at least one US state bar

Nice To Haves

Experience with data privacy law is preferable
Experience in the technology industry is highly preferred

Responsibilities

Provide legal guidance across many subject areas, including contract law, privacy, data protection, consumer protection laws, employment, and commercial litigation
Oversee contract review and execution process for the entire company
As needed, draft and negotiate the largest commercial contracts with merchant partners, data providers, and vendors
Leverage AI to drive productivity and efficiency on legal matters across the company
Work with and manage our outside counsel firms