Director, Legal

🕒 February 14

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⚖️ Legal Counsel / General Counsel

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LATICRETE International

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1001 - 5000 employees

Founded 1956

🏗️ Construction

🏭 Manufacturing

Construction • Manufacturing

LATICRETE International is a global company specializing in the production of high-performance building solutions, specifically catered to tile and stone installation systems, substrate preparation, and a wide range of waterproofing and construction solutions. The company provides various products including adhesives, mortars, grouts, caulks, sealants, air barrier systems, and resinous coatings, as well as innovative solutions like radiant floor heating systems. LATICRETE serves multiple sectors including commercial, residential, and infrastructure projects. It also offers technical support and training to contractors and installers through its continuing education programs and comprehensive online tools. With a commitment to sustainability and quality, LATICRETE continues to develop innovative products, ensuring they meet the needs of their diverse clientele.

📋 Description

• Serve as the sole in-house legal advisor for Laticrete International and its affiliates, reporting directly to the CFO • Oversee the company’s legal affairs • Manage external counsel, and provide strategic legal guidance on corporate, regulatory, and operational matters • Work closely with senior leadership to support the company's growth while managing risk and ensuring legal compliance • Demonstrate leadership and entrepreneurial spirit • Interact and collaborate with US and International teams • Recognize the specificities of the culture and legal systems of the many countries where LATICRETE is operating • Identify and mitigate potential legal risks affecting the business • Manage all litigation, claims, investigations, and dispute resolution matters worldwide • Develop litigation strategy, settlement approaches, and risk assessments in coordination with senior leadership • Oversee insurance programs, claims management, and coverage matters in partnership with Finance and Risk • Draft and review contracts and licenses with customers, suppliers, and business partners • Advise HR and management on employment law matters • Oversee protection, development, and enforcement of the company’s intellectual property portfolio, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.

🎯 Requirements

• Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school • Bar membership in good standing • 10+ years of corporate legal experience, preferable with at least two years at a law firm and the majority as in-house experience • Demonstrated experience serving as a sole or lead in-house counsel in a global organization highly preferred • Experience in global manufacturing company selling through distribution is preferred • Experience in chemical industry and/or building products is a plus • International experience is also a plus, as well as previous experiences in acquiring and divesting companies • Broad experience across corporate, commercial, regulatory, manufacturing, employment, IP, litigation and compliance law • Strong understanding of product liability, regulatory compliance, EHS and manufacturing risk profiles • Strong knowledge of corporate law, regulatory compliance • Experience working with employment law and partnering with Human Resources • Experience managing mergers and acquisitions highly preferred • Experience drafting and reviewing major and critical contracts including customer agreements, vendor contracts, partnership agreements, licensing agreements and employment contracts • Proven ability to provide practical, business-focused legal advice to senior and mid-level management • Demonstrated ability to manage external legal counsel and legal budgets effectively • Exceptional judgment, discretion and ethical standards • Ability to translate complex legal issues into clear, practical guidance for business leaders • Strong executive presence with the ability to influence, advise and partner at the senior leadership and Board level • Experienced in defining and defending intellectual property • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities • Excellent oral and written communication skills.

🏖️ Benefits

• Medical • Dental • Vision • 401k • Tuition reimbursement • 13 paid holidays in addition to paid vacation and sick time • Flexible spending • Life Insurance, AD&D and Supplemental Insurance