General Counsel at Jobgether

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Sep, 26

Salary

350000.0

Posted On

11 Jun, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Corporate Law, Governance, Compliance, Commercial Contracting, Real Estate Transactions, Land Acquisition, Infrastructure Development, Energy Procurement, M&A, Risk Management, Negotiation, Stakeholder Management, Legal Strategy, Regulatory Compliance, Corporate Transactions, Due Diligence

Industry

Internet Marketplace Platforms

Description

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a General Counsel based in United States. This is a high-impact executive legal leadership role at the center of a fast-scaling digital infrastructure business. The General Counsel will shape and execute the legal strategy that supports hyperscale data center development, from land acquisition and construction to leasing, energy procurement, and complex corporate transactions. Acting as a key advisor to the CEO, Board, and senior leadership team, this role ensures the organization operates with strong governance, compliance, and risk management frameworks. It combines strategic legal oversight with hands-on involvement in high-value commercial deals and infrastructure development. The environment is fast-paced, growth-oriented, and highly collaborative, requiring both precision and commercial pragmatism. This position is ideal for a legal executive who thrives in complex, technical, and highly regulated industries. \n Accountabilities: Lead the company’s legal, governance, and compliance functions, ensuring corporate structure, records, and board processes are properly maintained Ensure full regulatory compliance across corporate, securities, environmental, employment, privacy, antitrust, and related legal domains Advise leadership and the Board on legal risks, fiduciary responsibilities, and strategic decision-making Oversee risk management activities, including insurance strategy, claims, and legal response to crises such as outages, breaches, or operational incidents Lead legal strategy for real estate development, including land acquisition, zoning, permitting, entitlements, and related negotiations Draft, review, and negotiate complex agreements including leases, MSAs, SLAs, purchase agreements, joint ventures, and easements Support energy strategy and infrastructure development, including power procurement agreements, utility interconnections, and renewable energy projects Lead corporate transactions including M&A, financing, due diligence, recapitalizations, and investor-related matters Oversee customer contracting, onboarding, and lifecycle management for hyperscale data center agreements Requirements: Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and active bar membership in at least one U.S. state Minimum 10+ years of legal experience, including in-house counsel or senior leadership roles such as General Counsel or Deputy General Counsel Strong background in corporate law, governance, compliance, and commercial contracting Proven expertise in real estate transactions, land acquisition, and large-scale development projects, ideally within data centers or infrastructure Experience negotiating complex commercial agreements such as leases, energy contracts, and joint venture structures Strong understanding of energy markets, utility agreements, and regulatory frameworks is highly preferred Demonstrated ability to balance legal risk with business strategy in high-growth environments Exceptional negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills with executive presence Benefits: Competitive compensation ranging from USD 260,000 to 350,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications Performance-based annual bonus program aligned with company success Comprehensive health coverage with significant employer contribution for employees and dependents 401(k) retirement plan with immediate eligibility and employer match up to 6% Up to 8 weeks of paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave Remote-first flexibility with support through work stipends and communication allowances Long-term career impact in a high-growth, infrastructure-focused organization shaping digital transformation \n How Jobgether works: We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team. We appreciate your interest and wish you the best! Why Apply Through Jobgether? Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time. #LI-CL1

Responsibilities

Lead the company's legal, governance, and compliance functions while advising the CEO and Board on strategic risks. Oversee complex real estate development, energy procurement, and corporate transactions for hyperscale data centers.