About the position
We are seeking a highly experienced and dynamic legal professional to join our team as Litigation & Operations Counsel. This role will be instrumental in managing the company's litigation, as well as providing comprehensive strategic legal advice to our field operations team and other functions on a wide range of business, compliance, regulatory, and other issues. The ideal candidate will be a proactive legal partner able to navigate the complexities of our business environment with integrity and strategic acumen. Additionally, the role will involve consulting with business units on compliance, risk mitigation, addressing customer issues, responding to government inquiries, and managing and reporting on legal operations and budget matters. The ideal candidate will possess strong academic credentials and over 10 years of relevant private practice and in-house experience. They will be an experienced and business-minded attorney, a strong and decisive negotiator, an efficient multi-tasker, and a skilled people and project manager.
Responsibilities
- Lead, manage, and oversee all aspects of the company’s litigation, administrative matters, and other legal disputes, including strategy, budgeting, and supervision of outside counsel.
- Develop and implement litigation strategies that align with business objectives and risk tolerance.
- Represent the company in court proceedings, mediations, and arbitrations.
- Analyze litigation trends and outcomes to inform future strategies and decision-making.
- Provide strategic legal counsel to our field operations teams and other business functions on legal matters, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation.
- Stay abreast of legal developments and best practices relevant to the company's operations.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives and projects with legal analysis and recommendations.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on critical legal and business strategies.
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements pertinent to field operations.
- Provide training and guidance to field operations staff on legal and compliance matters.
- Address customer issues and respond to inquiries from government agencies.
- Conduct internal investigations and audits as required.
- Ensure prompt and effective responses to regulatory and legal inquiries.
- Advise on and implement policies and practices that ensure ongoing compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
- Collaborate with internal departments to support compliance initiatives and mitigate legal risks.
- Develop training programs to educate employees on legal and regulatory requirements.
- Monitor legal expenditures and assist in managing the legal department's budget.
- Prepare profit and loss (P&L) and other reports related to legal activities.
- Supervise and develop a team of 1 legal professional to ensure cohesive and comprehensive legal support.
- Build and maintain strong and productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Admission to a state bar and in good standing, with the ability to practice law as in-house counsel in Texas.
- 8 to 10 years of legal experience, with a focus on litigation and business counseling.
- Strong subject-matter expertise and knowledge of relevant laws and regulations.
- Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
- Experience working in a corporate legal department preferred.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Proficiency in legal research and writing.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Demonstrated responsiveness and commitment to clients and problem-solving.
- Ability to manage internal and external support effectively and efficiently (e.g., attorneys, paralegals, consultants).
- High level of discretion, maturity, and ethical integrity.
- Process-minded with respect for existing processes and an eye toward identifying efficiencies and enhancements.
- Ability to work and coordinate across business units with an eye toward the bigger picture.
- Ability to adapt to changing organizational needs and business environments.
Benefits
- Flexible remote work options (up to three days per month).
- Collaborative in-office environment.
