DEEP · 1 week ago
Senior Legal Counsel
Miami, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$180K/yr - $220K/yr
8+ years expDEEP is an international design and engineering company focused on advancing ocean exploration through innovative technologies. The Senior Legal Counsel will provide strategic legal guidance on corporate and commercial matters, ensuring compliance and mitigating legal risks while collaborating across departments to support business operations.
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Responsibilities
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of contracts, including vendor, service, nondisclosure, and licensing agreements
Negotiation of manufacturing agreements, supply chain agreements, supply of goods and services agreements, and associated legal clearance, contract management
General commercial compliance including data protection, modern slavery, anti-bribery, etc
Provide legal advice and guidance on general corporate matters, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations
Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks in commercial transactions
Collaborate with internal departments (Procurement, Finance, HR, Operations, etc.) to support business initiatives and ensure contracts align with company objectives
Develop and maintain standardized contract templates, policies, and best to streamline the contract process
Assist with corporate governance matters, including maintaining corporate records, drafting board materials, and ensuring compliance with reporting obligations
Stay current on relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends affecting the business
Manage outside counsel as needed for specialized matters
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; active member in good standing with Florida Bar
Minimum 8 years of experience practice law, ideally coming from marine, engineering or defense sector
Strong background in contract drafting, negotiation, and vendor agreements
Experience advising on general corporate law matters
Strong understanding of corporate and commercial law, with emphasis on contract law
Must have experience in U.S Marine law
Good knowledge in public procurement laws and compliance
Basic understanding of property law
Familiarity with vendor, procurement, and service agreements
Awareness of evolving legal and regulatory frameworks impacting business operations
Excellent legal drafting and contract negational skills with high attention to details
Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and provide practical, business-oriented solutions
High level of integrity, judgment, and discretion in handling sensitive matters
Proficient and knowledgeable in computer applications and systems such as Microsoft Office
Benefits
Employer paid Health insurance for employee
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
401K Contributions
Supportive and inclusive team culture
Company
DEEP
DEEP is an international research and development organisation engineering new technologies which will improve understanding and preservation of the planet’s deep water environments.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase