We are looking for a strategic and business-oriented legal leader to serve as the first in-house legal counsel for our U.S. operations. Based in Miami, Florida, this role will play a pivotal part in establishing our legal framework, supporting growth initiatives, and ensuring compliance across all areas of the business. This is a unique opportunity to collaborate with our European headquarters and external legal teams, while building the foundation for our U.S. legal strategy. Looking for a candidate that speaks French, has an extensive background creating legal entities and commercial real estate. Please send your resume to Stacey Lyons via LinkedIn for consideration. Responsibilities:• Draft, review, and negotiate various contracts, including service agreements, sponsorships, leases, and vendor partnerships.• Develop and implement standardized contract templates and efficient workflows.• Oversee legal negotiations related to property leases and rentals, ensuring compliance with zoning and regulatory requirements.• Establish and manage U.S. legal entities, corporate structures, and governance matters such as bylaws and board resolutions.• Collaborate on mergers and acquisitions (M& A) activities alongside Group Legal and external counsel.• Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations across all business operations.• Identify and mitigate legal risks while maintaining compliance in employment, data privacy, and intellectual property.• Manage pre-litigation matters and coordinate insurance portfolios.• Serve as the primary legal advisor for U.S. teams, supporting cross-functional departments such as HR, finance, operations, and marketing.• Align U.S. legal strategies with global objectives through close collaboration with the Group Legal team.

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school. • Active membership in the Florida Bar or eligibility to practice law in Florida. • A minimum of 7–10 years of legal experience, preferably combining law firm and in-house roles. • Expertise in commercial contracts, corporate law, real estate transactions, and regulatory compliance. • Familiarity with international or cross-border legal matters is highly desirable. • Fluency in both English and French is essential for effective global collaboration. • Proactive, independent, and business-savvy approach to legal problem-solving. • Strong negotiation skills and ability to manage complex legal issues effectively.

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Miami, FL
onsite
Permanent
160000.00 - 200000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a strategic and business-oriented legal leader to serve as the first in-house legal counsel for our U.S. operations. Based in Miami, Florida, this role will play a pivotal part in establishing our legal framework, supporting growth initiatives, and ensuring compliance across all areas of the business. This is a unique opportunity to collaborate with our European headquarters and external legal teams, while building the foundation for our U.S. legal strategy. Looking for a candidate that speaks French, has an extensive background creating legal entities and commercial real estate. Please send your resume to Stacey Lyons via LinkedIn for consideration. Responsibilities:• Draft, review, and negotiate various contracts, including service agreements, sponsorships, leases, and vendor partnerships.• Develop and implement standardized contract templates and efficient workflows.• Oversee legal negotiations related to property leases and rentals, ensuring compliance with zoning and regulatory requirements.• Establish and manage U.S. legal entities, corporate structures, and governance matters such as bylaws and board resolutions.• Collaborate on mergers and acquisitions (M& A) activities alongside Group Legal and external counsel.• Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations across all business operations.• Identify and mitigate legal risks while maintaining compliance in employment, data privacy, and intellectual property.• Manage pre-litigation matters and coordinate insurance portfolios.• Serve as the primary legal advisor for U.S. teams, supporting cross-functional departments such as HR, finance, operations, and marketing.• Align U.S. legal strategies with global objectives through close collaboration with the Group Legal team.
2025-10-06T19:08:45Z

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