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Sirva · 9 hours ago

Vice President & Assistant General Counsel (Virtual, United States)

United States

Full-time

Remote

Director/Executive

$141K/yr - $211K/yr

10+ years exp

Sirva is a leading global relocation management and moving services company. The Vice President & Assistant General Counsel will provide strategic legal counsel on commercial aspects of global relocation services, focusing on revenue growth and risk management while collaborating with various teams to structure agreements and ensure compliance.

ConsultingCustomer ServiceDelivery ServiceLocation Based ServicesProperty ManagementReal EstateTransportation

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary legal advisor for all commercial matters related to global relocation services

Draft, review, and negotiate complex client contracts, vendor agreements, and strategic partnership arrangements to ensure favorable terms and risk mitigation

Provide legal guidance on pricing strategies, revenue models, and commercial terms to balance competitiveness with compliance and profitability

Develop standardized contract templates and playbooks to streamline negotiations and reduce turnaround time

Advise on legal implications of new service offerings, technology integrations, and market expansions

Identify and assess commercial risks in client and vendor agreements, recommending strategies to minimize exposure

Implement risk management frameworks for global operations, including escalation protocols for high-risk transactions

Ensure compliance with international trade laws, data privacy regulations, and industry-specific standards

Monitor regulatory developments and proactively update commercial practices to maintain compliance

Collaborate with Sales and Account Management teams to structure deals that enable growth while protecting the company’s interests

Support Operations in resolving contractual disputes and performance issues with clients and vendors

Partner with Product teams to ensure new offerings comply with legal requirements and contractual obligations

Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on commercial risk and strategic opportunities

Establish global contracting standards and best practices to ensure consistency and compliance

Develop and deliver training programs for business teams on contract compliance, negotiation strategies, and risk awareness

Maintain oversight of contract lifecycle management systems to ensure accuracy and efficiency

Contribute to corporate governance initiatives related to commercial operations and ethical business conduct

Serve as a strategic advisor to providing actionable legal insights that enable commercial growth while safeguarding the organization from risk

Partner closely with Sales, Account Management, Operations, and Product teams to align legal strategies with business objectives, ensuring contracts and commercial terms support revenue goals

Influence decision-making, balancing legal risk with commercial priorities to drive sustainable growth

Lead and mentor a high-performing legal team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Champion cross-functional collaboration, ensuring seamless integration of legal considerations into pricing strategies, client negotiations, and vendor partnerships

Represent the organization externally, engaging with clients, vendors, and industry stakeholders to build trust and strengthen commercial relationships

Drive operational efficiency within legal processes, implementing tools and frameworks that accelerate contract turnaround times without compromising compliance

Promote a proactive approach to risk management, equipping business leaders with guidance and training to identify and mitigate potential issues early

Manage a team of legal professionals

Qualification

Commercial LawContract NegotiationRisk ManagementGlobal Regulatory AwarenessStakeholder ManagementFinancial AcumenLeadershipCollaborationCommunicationIntegrity