Vice President, General Counsel

ELEVATE AVIATION GROUP LLC • Plano, IA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Elevate Aviation Group is hiring a Vice President, General Counsel to serve as the company’s top legal advisor. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, this role provides strategic legal advice to the executive team, oversees legal matters, ensures compliance with laws and regulations, manages risks, and guides business decisions from a legal perspective. The position is in-office in Plano, Texas.

The General Counsel advises on business matters including new ventures, mergers and acquisitions, liability, and employment law; manages contract review and record keeping; oversees compliance and risk mitigation; and coordinates legal disputes and litigation strategies. The role partners with the Head of HR on employee-related legal matters and contributes legal insights to business strategy and growth.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
• Licensed to practice law.
• At least 7 years of extensive experience in corporate law, including contract law, regulatory compliance, and litigation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to advise executives and stakeholders effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Leadership qualities to manage cross-functional partnerships and oversee complex legal matters.
• Business acumen and understanding of the financial implications of legal decisions.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced, growth-minded organization.
• U.S. work authorization for any employer, both now and in the future; employment visa sponsorship is unavailable.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the aviation industry, technology, EaaS, or similar industries.

Responsibilities

• Advise the executive team on business matters, including new ventures, mergers and acquisitions, liability, and employment law.
• Review contracts and control contract record keeping for agreements with clients, vendors, and other parties to protect the company’s interests.
• Manage compliance with applicable laws and regulations by monitoring compliance risks, implementing preventative measures, and providing continual education.
• Identify and assess legal risks associated with business operations, evaluate their impact, and develop and communicate mitigation strategies.
• Oversee legal disputes, coordinate with external counsel when necessary, and develop litigation strategies.
• Partner with the Head of HR to advise on employee-related legal matters, including employment practices, employment documents, terminations, and discrimination issues.
• Contribute legal insights to business strategy and proactively identify legal implications of business decisions.
• Facilitate business growth and expansion as a change agent.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree