General Counsel, San Francisco Bay Area (1003-SLS)
solutuslegal · San Francisco Bay Area · hybrid
Our client, a well-funded deep technology company, is seeking a General Counsel to lead its legal function through a significant stage of growth.
This is a highly visible executive role reporting directly to the CEO, an experienced semiconductor and computing industry leader, and working closely with the other C-Level executives and the Baord. The General Counsel will serve as a trusted business partner to senior leadership and the Board, lead a legal team of approximately six, and build the capabilities needed to support continued growth. The position is based in the Bay Area, with regular engagement at the company’s two Bay Area offices and flexibility in the office schedule.
The ideal candidate is a business-minded legal leader who can become a close thought partner to the CEO and CFO. This person will bring enough experience to recognize the needs of a sophisticated company, combined with the creativity and resourcefulness to build workable solutions in a lean environment. They should be comfortable leading major negotiations personally, developing their team and helping colleagues reach decisions without unnecessary process.
The anticipated base salary range is $425,000-$450,000, depending on experience and qualifications. The role is expected to include an annual bonus and a meaningful stock option grant.
This is an opportunity to shape the legal function at a company working on a consequential new technology. The role combines executive and Board partnership with substantial financing, infrastructure and commercial work, offering direct involvement in how the business grows and deploys its technology.
Solutus is assisting with this confidential search. The company’s identity and further details will be shared as appropriate during the process.
Ref. #1003-SLS