Vice President, Legal

Vice President, Legal About the Company Well-established retail chain providing pet food, supplies & grooming services Industry Retail Type Privately Held Founded 1976 Employees 1001-5000 Categories - Retail - Consumer Discretionary - Apparel & Footwear - Animals & Pets Specialties - pet supplies - pet knowledge - pet food - pet nutrition - pet health - dog food - bird food - fish food - reptile food - rabbit food - grooming - dog wash - hamster food - pet care - and pet retail About the Role The Company is seeking a Vice President, Legal to join their team on a temporary contract basis. The successful candidate will be part of a cross-functional team, providing practical, business-oriented legal advice to support the execution of the company's strategic direction and special projects. This role is primarily focused on in-house legal matters, including corporate and commercial law, regulatory compliance, information technology, cyber and data security, trademarks, intellectual property law, and privacy law. The Vice President, Legal will also be involved in claims management and other legal issues as assigned. Experience in corporate secretary and securities compliance, commercial leasing, and franchise matters is advantageous. Applicants must have a minimum of 10 years' experience in corporate and commercial law and regulatory compliance, with a strong preference for those with a background in marketing, advertising, and e-commerce law. The role requires superior communication skills, the ability to exercise independent judgment, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. The Vice President, Legal will be responsible for drafting and negotiating a variety of legal agreements, managing outside counsel, and developing strategies for litigation and regulatory proceedings. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, analytical, and self-directed, with the ability to work effectively with people at all levels of the organization. Hiring Manager Title Chief Legal Officer, General Counsel & Secretary Functions - Legal