- Multi-year Atlanta's Best and Brightest Companies to Work For
- Atlanta Business Chronicle "Best Places to Work"
- Top 100 "Vietnam Best Places to Work" by Anphabe
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- Provide strategic legal advice and counsel on all aspects of the business, including corporate governance, mergers & acquisitions, intellectual property, data privacy, employment law, and international trade regulations.
- Oversee the development and implementation of a comprehensive legal compliance program across all jurisdictions (US, Vietnam, Mexico).
- Manage legal-related due diligence items both for potential buy-side and sell-side transactions
- Manage a small team of global resources.
- Manage external legal relationships, engaging and collaborating with outside counsel on specialized matters.
- Manage and oversee equity and options programs globally
- Stay abreast of evolving legal and regulatory landscapes in the technology sector and emerging markets.
- Mitigate legal risks and proactively identify potential legal issues, developing strategies to minimize their impact.
- Manage, review, draft, and negotiate a variety of contracts, including client agreements, vendor contracts, partnership agreements, and employment contracts (with the help of external legal partners)
- Represent the company in interactions with regulatory bodies and government agencies.
- Ensure adherence to corporate governance best practices and advise on board and committee matters.
- Foster a strong ethical culture within the company, ensuring all operations comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from a reputable law school.
- Admitted to practice law in at least one jurisdiction in the United States.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in a senior legal role as a practicing attorney, with a focus on corporate law, governance, and intellectual property, preferably within the technology sector.
- Proven track record of providing strategic legal advice and guidance to executive leadership on complex legal issues.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Willingness and ability to learn the business and to provide business-level inputs to the executive team
- Proactive, results-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Deep understanding of the technology industry and its legal landscape.
- High level thinker and leader to build a nimble, agile, and "can do" culture in the department.
- Possesses an innovative, creative, and entrepreneurial mindset.
- Superior writing and editing skills.
- Open to travel as needed (unlikely to exceed 20%) including international trips; peak travel can be 100% for up to a period of 2 weeks
- Expertise in international law is nice to have, with an understanding of legal and regulatory frameworks, particularly in the areas of data privacy, employment law, and intellectual property in the US, Vietnam, and Mexico.
- 100% company-paid Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
- Generous 401(k) Plan with company match
- Pre-tax Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employer Paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Basic Life Insurance
- Self-managed unlimited PTO for vacation, sick/wellness, and personal leave
- Paid Parental Leave program
- Flexible work location and culture
- Participation in community development
- Target salary is $225,000 - $250,000 annually with the opportunity to earn a bonus
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Senior Legal Counsel - Atlanta, United States - KMS Solutions
Description
Background and Company Overview
KMS Technology is a privately held technology company based in Atlanta and with operations in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam and Guadalajara, Mexico. Founded by Vu Lam and Josh Lieberman in 2009, KMS Technology started with its offshore product development (OPD) business and added additional consulting services in recent years.
KMS Technology is 100% owned and controlled by KMS founders and executives. KMS Technology currently employs approximately 1,300 people in Vietnam, Mexico and the United States.
Leo Tucker is the CEO of KMS Technology, and this position will report directly to Leo.
KMS Technology operates 3 business lines: KMS Software, KMS Software, and KMS BFSI. Each business is in growth mode, and each is tasked with growing via organic and inorganic avenues. KMS is embarking upon an ambitious plan to grow 10x in 10 years, via both organic growth and both domestic and international M&A.
KMS Technology is looking for a top-tier Senior Legal Counsel to join our executive team and lead our legal strategy. The Senior Legal Counsel will work with the President of each business line, as well as the CEO and the corporate executive team, to update and maintain legal compliance and strategies for each Business Line and KMS Technology. The Senior Legal Counsel will also assist in corporate development activities resulting from these strategies, such as partnership and M&A activities.
The Senior Legal Counsel would join a team with an award-winning culture, including:
Job Summary
As Senior Legal Counsel, you will provide comprehensive legal counsel and guidance on a broad range of matters critical to the company's success. This role requires expertise in corporate law, intellectual property, contracts, governance, compliance, and risk management. You will be a trusted advisor to the CEO, executive team, each Business Line, and board of directors, navigating the complexities of international law and ensuring the company operates with the highest ethical and legal standards.
Specific job responsibilities include:
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Requirements
Senior Legal Counsel is a full-time, exempt employee.
Benefits
We are growing rapidly and seeking driven people to join our team. If you're ready to make an impact with an innovative company, we would love to meet you
We offer a competitive compensation package, including the below benefits for full-time employees:
KMS Technology is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We care about our people and celebrate our differences. We want to work with talented, collaborative, and innovative people. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, genetic profile, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other characteristics protected by law.
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