Head of Legal

Min 10 yrs required

Full-time

No

Kohler Ventures, a subsidiary of Kohler Co., is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Head of Legal to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing all legal, regulatory, compliance, and policy matters globally, providing counsel to the Managing Director and their leadership team. You will also work closely with the Board of Directors, CEO, and other senior management. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team and help advance our business strategy.

As the Head of Legal, you will have the opportunity to partner with cross-functional teams to assess potential legal and regulatory requirements for our products, technologies, and services. You will also have the chance to build and lead a high-performing team, manage outside counsel and professional services firms, and provide business-oriented solutions that support our business strategy and mitigate risk.

To be successful in this role, you must have a . degree and active membership in at least one . state bar, as well as 10+ years of experience as a corporate counsel. You should also have experience managing legal risk across multiple jurisdictions and a broad legal knowledge in the tech, wellness, or health space. Additionally, you should have excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills, as well as the ability to operate effectively in a rapidly changing environment and manage risk.

If you have a passion for innovation and a desire to be part of a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team, then we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at Kohler Ventures.

Key Responsibilities:

- Oversee all legal, regulatory, compliance, and policy matters globally for Kohler Ventures
- Provide counsel to the Managing Director and their leadership team, Board of Directors, CEO, and other senior management
- Partner cross-functionally with teams to assess potential legal and regulatory requirements for products, technologies, and services
- Build and lead a high-performing team focused on health regulatory affairs, compliance, and regulatory quality
- Review and draft a variety of agreements in areas such as business operations and clinical studies
- Provide business-oriented solutions to support the company's strategy and mitigate risk
- Manage outside counsel and professional services firms, especially in the areas of clinical trials, regulatory submissions, and global trade and compliance

Requirements:

- . degree and active membership in at least one . state bar
- 10+ years of experience as a corporate counsel, either in-house or at a top-tier law firm
- Experience managing legal risk across multiple jurisdictions
- Broad legal knowledge in the tech, wellness, or health space
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills
- Ability to operate effectively in a rapidly changing environment and manage risk
- Global experience supporting product development and/or go-to-market strategies
- Previous experience with startups or working in a start-up environment preferred

Salary Information:

- The approved base salary range for this position is $176,500 - $226,950
- Actual base salary offered may be higher based on candidate's experience, education, and work location
- Position is subject to a 30% Area Salary Differential (Cost of Living Adjustment) in the San Francisco Bay area
- Approved base salary range including ASD is $229,450 - $295,035 depending on location
- Eligible for performance bonus and special project incentive
- Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and 401k

Why Work at Kohler Co.?

Kohler Co. is a global leader in the manufacture of kitchen and bath products, tile and home interiors, and an international host to award-winning hospitality and world-class golf destinations. Our mission is to build new digital businesses that empower consumers to lead healthier lives. We are looking for talented individuals to join our multi-disciplinary team across artificial intelligence, machine learning, design, advanced software and hardware engineering, strategy, venture investments, sales, marketing, and partnerships.

At Kohler Co., we believe in investing in our associates' development to contribute to a higher level of gracious living for those who are touched by our products and services. We offer ongoing investment in personal development and the opportunity to collaborate with others across functions and roles. In addition to development opportunities, we also offer a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401k with company matching, and other benefits.

Important Update for Candidates:

On November 6, 2020, Kohler Co. announced the strategic decision to establish Kohler Energy as a separate, independent business with Platinum Equity as the majority investment partner. Kohler will continue to stay invested in the Energy business following the closing and remains committed to supporting the acceleration of long-term growth strategies for both organizations. Talent and operational transition plans are underway, and Kohler Co. and Platinum Equity expect the agreement to close in the first half of 2024. Thank you for your interest in joining our growing team as we embark on the next phase of growth!

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Medical, dental, vision, 401k, performance bonus, special project incentive.

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J.D. degree, Active membership in at least one U.S. state bar, 10+ years of experience as corporate counsel, Experience managing legal risk across multiple jurisdictions, Broad legal knowledge, Experience in tech and/or wellness and/or health spaces, Innovative problem-solving, Communication, Negotiation, Influencing, Ability to manage risk, Ability to hold teams accountable, Global experience, Start-up experience.

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Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

Qualification and Experience J.D. degree, active membership in at least one U.S. state bar.

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