Talence Group | Executive Search & Consulting · 3 hours ago
Chief Legal Officer
Portland, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
15+ years expTalence Group is seeking an exceptional executive for the Port of Portland in the newly created role of Chief Shared Prosperity & Legal Officer. This leader will integrate key enterprise functions while providing legal guidance and executive leadership to advance the Port’s mission of shared prosperity for the region.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Jennifer Greenberg, MBA, PCC
Responsibilities
Advise the Executive Director, Executive Leadership Team and Commission on legal, regulatory, and governance implications of organizational decisions, and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws governing public agencies and special districts
Lead and collaborate with the executive team to develop and implement business, legal, and enterprise strategies that advance the Port’s shared prosperity goals and strategic plan, manage organizational risk, and reduce potential legal exposure
Provide executive leadership for Human Resources and enterprise people strategy for a capable, engaged, and future-ready workforce
Provide executive leadership and governance over the Contracts and Procurement function to ensure integrity, transparency, legal compliance, and strong fiscal stewardship aligned with Port and Commission policy. Promote fair access, compliance, and measurable outcomes, supported by accurate reporting and data transparency
Lead enterprise approaches Shared Prosperity by integrating priorities into agency systems, leadership expectations, planning processes, and decision-making frameworks
Provide transformational, values-driven leadership that strengthens Culture and Strategy, organizational trust, accountability, and inspires measurable performance in support of the Port’s mission
Qualification
Required
15 or more years of experience in the practice of law with progressively increasing responsibility, including service as a Chief Legal Officer, General Counsel, Managing Attorney, Senior Corporate Counsel, or equivalent role
Extensive senior leadership experience in a complex public, quasi-public, or highly regulated organization, with responsibility spanning multiple enterprise functions (e.g., legal, governance, risk, human resources, culture, strategy, contracts & procurement, and operations)
Significant experience providing legal counsel to a public body or agency on complex legal, policy, workforce, and governance matters
Demonstrated skill in balancing risk mitigation with enabling organizational strategy, innovation, and long-term value creation
Deep and broad knowledge of human capital, organizational strategy, and compliance, along with strong expertise in change management and organizational development as they relate to culture change and enterprise transformation
A track record of building strong leadership teams, developing talent, and fostering values-based, inclusive organizational cultures
Demonstrated success leading enterprise transformation, including aligning culture, strategy, and systems to improve organizational performance, trust, and accountability
Deep knowledge of inclusive culture principles and integrated shared prosperity practices, with the ability to embed these principles into strategy, policy, and daily organizational operations
Proven ability to translate strategic priorities into measurable outcomes, using data, performance metrics, and feedback mechanisms to drive accountability and continuous improvement
Credibility engaging with diverse internal and external stakeholders, including elected or appointed officials, regulators, labor partners, and community leaders
Demonstrated commitment to ethical leadership, public stewardship, and mission-driven service, with a track record of fostering trust, engagement, and collaboration across diverse functions and perspectives
Exceptional communication and influence skills, with the ability to engage executives, governing bodies, employees, and external stakeholders with clarity and credibility
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Active admission to the Oregon State Bar
Company
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2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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