Legal Counsel

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At TechnologyAdvice, we pride ourselves on helping B2B tech buyers manage the complexity and risk of the buying process. We are a trusted source of information for tech buyers, delivering advice and facilitating connections between our buyers and the world’s leading sellers of business technology. 

Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, we are a remote-first company with more than 20 digital publications and over 500 global team members in the US, UK, Singapore, Australia, and the Philippines. We’re proud to have been repeatedly recognized as one of America’s fastest growing private companies by Inc., as well as a Tennessee top workplace. We work hard each day and have fun, too, with monthly virtual events, recreational slack channels, and the occasional costumed dance from our CEO.

All positions are open to remote work unless otherwise specified in the requirements below. 

 

The opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Legal Counsel to join our ambitious team. In this role, you will oversee and manage all legal matters across The 615 Group’s diverse businesses as the sole legal person. You will not lead a legal team and must be comfortable being hands-on with tasks. Your responsibilities will include reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts, handling employment law and litigation, managing mergers and acquisitions processes, overseeing communication with external counsel, ensuring compliance with international business and data privacy regulations, and addressing a variety of other legal needs as they arise. You will serve as a strategic advisor to the Founder & CEO, the leadership team, and key stakeholders, providing comprehensive guidance on all legal aspects of our operations.

Location: United States, on-site in Nashville, TN

 

What you'll do

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including sales agreements, vendor and partnership contracts, purchase agreements, and more. Ensure all contracts align with the company’s strategic goals and mitigate potential risks.
• Advise on employment law matters, including employee relations, policy compliance, and dispute resolution. Collaborate closely with HR to develop and implement company policies that comply with local and international laws.
• Lead and manage all legal aspects of M&A transactions, including due diligence, deal structuring, negotiation, and post-transaction integration. Provide strategic guidance to the leadership team on potential risks and opportunities related to these activities.
• Identify, assess, and manage legal risks across the company. Develop and implement risk management strategies to safeguard the company’s interests.
• Monitor and advise on regulatory developments that may impact the company’s operations.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable local, national, and international regulations and industry standards, with a particular focus on data privacy and governance.
• Protect and manage the company’s intellectual property portfolio, including patents, trademarks, and copyrights.
• Oversee and manage all litigation matters, working with external counsel as necessary, and represent the company’s interests in disputes.
• Serve as the primary legal advisor to the business, providing clear and actionable legal advice on various matters.

 

Who you are

• Minimum of 5 years of legal experience in law firms or in-house roles.
• Expertise in drafting and negotiating contracts.
• Extensive experience with employment law, M&A, and litigation management with strong business acumen.
• Knowledge of global compliance, data privacy, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong communication skills to advise executive teams and cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to work independently as the sole legal person without leading a team.
• An agile professional who excels in a fast-paced setting, continuously adapting strategies to drive business needs forward.
• Reside in or are willing to relocate to Nashville, Tennessee.

 

What we offer you

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401K with company matching
• Flexible paid time off
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Pet insurance for your furry family members and co-workers 
• Wellness perks that include the Headspace App and monthly fitness reimbursements
• Ongoing career development opportunities, mentorship program, bucket list benefit, and more
• In-office snacks, beverages, catered meals, and even some ping pong

 

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