Legal Director, Commercial & Product (New York City, NY)

About GeoComply

We’re GeoComply! We are at the forefront of geolocation, cybersecurity, and anti-fraud innovation, developing and delivering cutting-edge technologies to help ensure regulatory compliance, combat bad online actors, alleviate user friction, and protect businesses from fraud.

Achieving significant business and revenue growth over the past three years and dubbed a tech “Unicorn,” GeoComply has been trusted by leading global brands and regulators for over ten years. Our compliance-grade geolocation technology solutions are installed on over 400 million devices and analyze over 12 billion transactions a year.

At the heart of it all is the people, united by a deep commitment to problem-solving and revolutionizing how people and businesses use the internet to instill confidence in every online interaction. With teams across five countries, three continents, and a global customer base, we have no plans to slow down.

We are seeking a Legal Director, Commercial & Product at GeoComply, who will be at the forefront of shaping the strategic direction of our go-to-market and technology licensing strategies, product development, and compliance programs. Reporting directly to the General Counsel, this leadership position offers the opportunity to guide legal strategy and drive business growth across GeoComply’s core operations. They will lead a diverse team, efficiently manage all commercial contracting processes, support our product development, and collaborate with key stakeholders to align business strategies with legal and regulatory requirements. This is a pivotal role for a seasoned legal professional who combines strategic thinking with a deep understanding of commercial and contract law, technology transactions, privacy law and data governance, and intellectual property matters and who is ready to impact the company's future growth significantly.

• Strategic Leadership: Lead the global Commercial & Product Legal team, setting priorities and aligning with company objectives while mentoring a diverse legal team.
• Commercial Contracting: Own all customer, vendor, and partner contracting, ensuring efficient and protective deal execution.
• Product & Market Strategy: Support our Product and Revenue teams in developing our product and go-to-market strategies, balancing our business objectives with legal and regulatory compliance.
• Privacy Compliance: Partnering with our Product, Information Security, and other compliance teams, oversee the company’s compliance with applicable privacy laws and support the development of prudent data governance policies.
• IP Programs:  Help drive the protection and enhancement of GeoComply’s intellectual property portfolio, including patents, trademarks, brands, and trade secrets.
• Innovation & Efficiency: Partnering with our Legal Operations team, implement advanced technology and processes, such as contract management systems and AI tools, to enhance legal processes and maintain a competitive edge.
• Collaboration & Influence: Serve as a trusted advisor and business partner, fostering strong relationships across the organization and with external clients and partners.

• Law degree (LLB, LLM, JD) and Bar membership in a relevant US state and/or Canadian province
• A proven track record of legal experience, combining law firm expertise with in-house leadership in a high-growth software technology environment.
• Strong background in commercial contracting, technology transactions, product counseling, privacy, and IP matters.
• Ability and desire to work with cutting-edge software technology, including advanced data processing and AI/machine learning.
• Proven leader with strategic thinking, business acumen, and the ability to build and develop high-performing legal teams.
• Excellent communicator and relationship builder, skilled in navigating complex legal issues and providing practical and dynamic solutions to business and product teams.
• Highly organized, responsive, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

• Experience in regulated industries, especially gaming or financial services
• Expertise in directing patent programs.
• Background in commercial and/or IP litigation.
• Familiarity with legal operations management and technology adoption.

This is a unique opportunity for a visionary legal leader to shape the future of GeoComply’s Legal team, directly contributing to the company’s growth and success. We want to hear from you if you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that combines legal expertise with strategic business impact.

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Interested in joining our team? Send us your resume and a cover letter. We can’t wait to meet you!

Commitment to Diversity and Equity.

If you don't tick every box in this job description, please don't rule yourself out. Research suggests that women and other people in underrepresented groups tend to only apply if they meet every requirement. We focus on hiring people who value inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage, and integrity rather than ticking boxes, so if this resonates with you, please apply.

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Why GeoComply?

Joining the GeoComply team means you’ll be part of an award-winning company to work, learn and grow. We are fast-paced, high-impact, and have a can-do team culture.

To be successful in our organization, you need an eager attitude, professionalism, and the confidence to willingly work to prove yourself and your ideas, and earn the trust of the organization.

Here’s why we think you’d love working with us.

We’re working towards something big

We’ve built a reputation as the global market leader for geolocation compliance solutions for over 10 years. We’re trusted by customers from all over the world, and the next few years will be particularly exciting as we continue to scale across new markets.

Our values aren’t just a buzzword

Our values are the foundation for what we as a company care about most. They signify the commitment we make to each other around how we act and what we stand for. They are our north star as we work together to build a company we’re all proud to be a part of. Learn more, here.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of who we are

In collaboration with our team and external partners, we promote DEI in our recruitment and hiring practices; scholarships and financial aid; training and mentorship programs; employee benefits, and more.

Learning is at the heart of our employee experience

At GeoComply, we foster an environment that empowers every employee to gain the knowledge and abilities needed to perform at their very best and help our organization grow. From a professional development budget to local training opportunities, knowledge-sharing sessions and more, we are continually investing in employee career growth and development.

We believe in being a force for good

We profoundly care about our impact on the world and strive to make meaningful contributions to the communities we work and live in. Our Impact division focuses on philanthropic and social responsibility initiatives, including supporting our local communities, advancing equality, and harnessing our technology to protect vulnerable groups. Learn more, here.

We care about our team

Our GeoComply team is talented, driven and hard-working, and is known for its positive attitude and energy.  At GeoComply, we take care of our employees with the total package. Team members are generously rewarded with competitive salaries, incentives, and a comprehensive benefits program.

We value in-person collaboration

GeoComply culture thrives on a dynamic mix of in-person energy and independent focus and we champion a hybrid work model that blends the energy of in-person collaboration with the flexibility to work from home. Our 3-day in-office policy fosters teamwork and innovation, while also recognizing the importance of individual work styles and needs.

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At GeoComply, we live our value of Act with Integrity. Our workplace is built on mutual respect and inclusion, and we welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, beliefs, and identities. Creating an accessible interview experience for all candidates is important to us. If you have any requests (big or small) throughout our hiring process, please don’t hesitate to let us know so we can do our best to prioritize your needs.

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