Vice President of Legal overseeing global compliance and corporate legal matters for StarRez. Leading a diverse legal team and advising executive leadership on contractual and regulatory issues.
Responsibilities
Serve as the principal legal advisor to the executive leadership team.
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing, diverse global legal team.
Oversee negotiation and execution of all commercial agreements, including those with publicly funded universities, Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) operators, enterprise customers, critical suppliers, and strategic partners.
Develop and optimize global contracting strategy, throughput, and standardization — including playbooks, templates, approval workflows, and SLA performance.
Partner with Product, Engineering, and Security teams to embed compliance and privacy-by-design across product development and operations.
Lead global privacy, data protection, and regulatory compliance programs, ensuring adherence to GDPR, CCPA, and related frameworks.
Oversee internal M&A legal workstreams including due diligence, and post-merger integration in coordination with private equity sponsors.
Maintain robust corporate governance, entity management, and Board reporting processes.
Collaborate with the Chief People Officer on employment law, employee relations, and HR policy across multiple jurisdictions.
Deliver actionable insights to leadership via monthly dashboards and Board reports with legal KPIs, contracting performance, and risk posture.
Identify and implement technology and process improvements — including AI-driven efficiencies — to enhance operational effectiveness.
Requirements
12+ years of progressive legal experience, including senior leadership within SaaS, technology, or multinational organization.
Deep expertise in public-funded commercial contracting (universities, government entities, and PBSA providers).
Experience with M&A, privacy & compliance, and employment law, including working efficiently with external counsel where needed.
Proven ability to manage distributed global teams and implement performance dashboards and SLA frameworks.
Excellent communicator, able to translate complex legal matters into clear, data-driven insights. User of AI and team enabler of technology.
JD or equivalent law degree; active legal license in at least one jurisdiction.
Benefits
Full benefits including health care
Paid time off
Life insurance
401k plan with company match for eligible team members
Opportunity to be a part of a well-established, high-performance company that has been in business for over 30+ years
A supportive team environment with emphasis on learning and development opportunities
Our Promise: You will learn, grow, and be appreciated for your impact and contributions.
Z-Factor: Our most celebrated value, you will work with a team of caring, high-performing, and passionate people who have fun supporting our vision, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Full - time Attorney specializing in immigration litigation in federal and immigration courts. Role involves legal research, document drafting, and client representation.
Digital Reporter involved in legal reporting and technology operations for legal proceedings. Collaborating and performing various tasks, including document preparation and administrative duties.
Legal Practice Assistant at FBT Gibbons supporting attorneys with legal documents, case management, and administrative tasks. Collaborates with the Client Support Team to enhance workflow efficiency.
Digital Reporter handling legal proceedings with training in audio technology and documentation. Providing tech - savvy support in legal settings across hybrid environments.
Legal Analyst handling internal data collection requests for the Legal Department. Collaborating with project managers and ensuring compliance with eDiscovery standards and best practices.
Director of Product Management leading governance, risk, and compliance solutions for legal technology at Litera. Collaborating and strategizing with teams to deliver impactful SaaS solutions.
Staff Attorney managing legal briefs, conducting legal research, and advising judges in Florida court system. Position involves reviewing case files and drafting legal documents under general supervision.
Senior Manager enabling and communicating Salesforce's LCA narrative. Managing external engagements and fostering internal community and talent development at Salesforce.
Senior Compliance Analyst at Cigna leading strategic licensing and compliance initiatives to safeguard the organization. Focused on regulatory adherence and process efficiency.
Contract Administration and Legal Support Associate managing vendor agreements and negotiations for EY's General Counsel’s Office. Utilizing strong attention to detail and interpersonal skills to ensure compliance and facilitate processes.