General Counsel
Agency Name: Seattle Search Group
Position / Job Title : General Counsel
Location: Tukwilla, WA
Category : Attorney
Job Description: General Counsel
Location: Tukwila, WA
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Overview
A fast-growing, mission-driven professional services firm with operations in the U.S. and Latin America is seeking an experienced General Counsel to lead its in-house legal department. This high-impact role will shape legal strategy, ensure regulatory compliance, and manage risk across a multi-jurisdictional business environment.
The General Counsel will oversee a small team of attorneys in Latin America and the U.S., with the opportunity to grow the domestic legal team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate governance, compliance, contract negotiation, and litigation management. This is a strategic position that requires both hands-on legal work and executive-level leadership.
Due to the firm's operational footprint and client demographics, fluency in Spanish is required.
Key Responsibilities
Corporate Governance & Compliance
Serve as the organization’s top legal advisor, aligning legal functions with business objectives.
Lead the development and implementation of compliance policies across data security, privacy, employment law, and corporate governance.
Maintain and update corporate documentation, including contracts, terms of use, and privacy policies.
Monitor and respond to U.S. and international regulatory changes relevant to business operations.
Deliver internal compliance training and create firm-wide awareness around legal risks.
Risk Management
Proactively identify and manage legal, financial, and operational risks.
Design and execute risk mitigation strategies, including internal investigations and contingency plans.
Provide regular updates to senior leadership on legal exposure and strategic legal planning.
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Direct litigation strategy, manage external counsel relationships, and oversee legal proceedings as needed.
Handle pre-litigation disputes and internal investigations.
Conduct legal research and provide counsel on complex issues.
Contract Review & Vendor Management
Oversee the full contract lifecycle, including drafting, redlining, and negotiation.
Ensure all agreements comply with internal standards and external regulations.
Coordinate with external regulators, auditors, and legal partners to protect the firm’s interests.
Team Leadership
Manage and mentor a small team of attorneys based in Latin America and the U.S.
Foster collaboration across geographies and legal functions.
Lead efforts to scale the in-house legal function as the business grows.
Qualifications & Skills
Education & Experience
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school.
Licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. state (Washington preferred).
10+ years of legal experience, ideally with a mix of law firm and in-house counsel roles.
Significant experience in compliance, risk management, contract law, and corporate governance.
Experience managing legal teams across borders—particularly in Latin America—is a plus.
Spanish fluency is required.
Core Competencies
Strategic thinker with strong legal and business judgment.
Proven ability to lead legal operations and mentor legal professionals.
Skilled in contract negotiation and risk evaluation.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Spanish.
High integrity and professionalism in handling confidential matters.
send resumes to john@seattlesearchgroup.com