Vice President of Legal Affairs and Data Protection
About the Company
A rapidly expanding provider of innovative software solutions tailored for the manufacturing sector.
Industry
Computer Software
Type
Privately Held
Founded
2021
Employees
501-1000
Specialties
- software development
- database management
- revenue operations
- commercial operations
- process automation
- enterprise product configurator software
- e-catalog software
- configure, price, quote (CPQ)
- sales configurator
- Salesforce integration
- Oracle integration
- NetSuite integration
- SAP integration
About the Role
We are searching for a dynamic Vice President of Legal Affairs and Data Protection to spearhead our legal initiatives. You will oversee a diverse array of legal responsibilities including commercial contracts, corporate governance, risk management, and security compliance. This position will require leading legal due diligence and integration for newly acquired firms while serving as the Chief Privacy Officer, ensuring adherence to global data privacy regulations.
You will manage a global legal team, drive standardization of commercial contract terms, and facilitate seamless legal integration of acquired entities. To be successful, you should possess a J.D. degree and be licensed to practice law, along with at least 10 years of legal experience—3 of those in a leadership capacity managing a global team. A robust understanding of corporate, commercial, and intellectual property law is essential, especially in drafting and negotiating technology-related subscription agreements.
The ideal candidate will be a proactive leader with exceptional communication, influencing, and organizational abilities, adept at managing multiple priorities within tight deadlines. Familiarity with German law is a plus. This role demands a disciplined self-starter capable of thriving in a matrix organization and fostering strong relationships with senior management.
Hiring Manager Title
CFO
Travel Percent
10%
Functions