Corporate - General Attorney in Atlanta, GA

Senior General Counsel The candidate will be held responsible for all legal affairs and not be at a disadvantage from lacking category A credentials. Will also serve as a key member of senior leadership team and inform other members of senior leadership on matters concerning strategic importance to the business, establishing key strategic alliances and risk-opportunity analysis for business transactions. Dispute resolution and litigation efforts and strategy, including management of outside counsel as appropriate. Development and dissemination of policy and directions on legal aspects of operating activities for the guidance and control of operating divisions. Representing the division in the negotiation and administration of any and all prime contracts including all changes, modifications, disputes and related reimbursement authorizations. Provide legal guidance and counsel relative to intellectual property including patents, trademarks and copyright matters. Develop provisions regarding legal counsel in a wide variety of matters including employment, work environment, safety and health, tax and procurement. Provide assistance in negotiations as required and review and approve written agreements, contracts or other legal instruments involving the rights and obligations of the division. Harbor an understanding and experience of regulatory and compliance statutes (i.e., HIPAA, Stark, Anti-Kickback, EMTALA, etc.). Oversee compliance and environmental sustainability. Research and maintain current knowledge of applicable foreign, federal and state data privacy and network security laws and industry standards. Provide legal advice regarding online privacy rules, including special notice, consent, and opt-out rules for websites, workforce and consumer apps, and email marketing activities. Advise on appropriate data protection terms for vendors, supplier, customer and employee agreements and provide transactional support in negotiation and drafting company contracts and agreements. Represent the companys data privacy and network security interests by acting as a liaison to industry groups and consumer groups. Monitor and advise the President & CEO, Chairman and the Board of Directors on governance matters. Qualifications: JD Degree from an accredited law school. 10-15 years of relevant legal experience. 8+ years of supervisory experience in a complex, multi-site environment high-tech/scientific R&D organization. Knowledge of compliance and corporate law. Harbor the ability to convey complex compliance and legal concepts to a broad audience which includes individuals who are not attorneys/lawyers. Reputation for being a proactive leader with evidence of having worked as a true business partner with senior leadership teams in program and administration. Results oriented; able to comprehend scientific requirements and provides solutions in a rapidly changing environment and growth-oriented organization. Experience in creating and managing external partner relationships. Exceptional developmental and strategic planning skills. Contribute to the development and implementation of corporate, inter-divisional and divisional strategies and tactics. Strong analytical skills; experience interpreting strategic plans and changes in how services are delivered into a long-term sustainable operating model. Excellent relationship-building skills with an ability to communicate and work effectively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders. Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in written form. Fluent in English (and other languages). Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to anticipate, manage and respond to legal and business needs as necessary. Harbor the ability to work well with people and be able to work efficiently and effectively a an integral part of an interdisciplinary team. Must demonstrate a high degree of integrity, trustworthiness, respect for others and the ability to deal appropriately with confidential and sensitive information. Must demonstrate an understanding and acceptance of the mission, vision and values. Requires compliance with SEC rulings and regulations including proxy statements as well as provide legal guidance on publicity disclosures, press releases and other marketing materials associated with the startup. Will need to have a technological hunger that can only be gratified.

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