Head of Us Legal - Palo Alto, United States - SmartNews

SmartNews

Verified Company

Palo Alto, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

About SmartNews:

SmartNews is a leading global information and news discovery company committed to providing quality information to millions of users worldwide.

Leveraging our unique machine-learning technology and partnerships with over 3,000 global publisher partners, we deliver news that matters.

Founded in 2012 in Tokyo, SmartNews has expanded with offices in San Francisco, Palo Alto, New York, Shanghai, and Beijing.

If you share our vision and are passionate about our mission, we encourage you to apply

About the Role:

As SmartNews continues to grow, the complexity and importance of our US business and product offerings are expanding.

The Head of Legal for the United States will be at the forefront of advising and building strategy across a broad spectrum of legal technology issues.

This pivotal role involves driving and establishing transactional and licensing work, and providing seasoned counsel in collaboration with our JP legal team to navigate the dynamic landscape of global digital media.

Requirements:

Role and Responsibilities:

As the Head of Legal for SmartNews in the United States, you will play a pivotal role in providing legal support and fostering collaboration across various divisions for our US business and product development matters

Your responsibilities will include:

Handling legalrelated questions, specifically in commercial, intellectual property (IP), litigation, and employment matters.
Establishing companywide policies, including privacy policies and internal policies, in collaboration with the JP legal team.
Advising the business and management on legal and regulatory issues pertinent to SmartNews operations in the US.
Supporting other divisions and team members in projects from a legal standpoint.
Tracking and providing guidance on the impact of legal and regulatory changes in the US market.
Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements and documentation related to the Company's and its subsidiaries' business worldwide.
Instructing and collaborating with external law firms and counsel as required.

Required Experience:

Qualified as a US lawyer.
Minimum of 10 years of postgraduation experience.
Capable of independently handling all routine US business matters, from minor consultations to highlevel inquiries.
Background in commercial law with experience in law firms or as an inhouse counsel.

Benefits

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