Director, Legal
LATICRETE International
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Location/Place/Mode
Greater Houston (Remote with global travel)
Eligibility
Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school; Bar membership in good standing; 10+ years of corporate legal experience, preferably with at least 2 years at a law firm and the majority as in-house experience. Experience in a global manufacturing company, chemical, or building products industry is preferred.
Opportunity
Complete Guide: Director, Legal at LATICRETE International
LATICRETE International, a global leader in high-performance tile and stone installation systems and building finishing solutions, is seeking a highly qualified and ambitious professional for the position of Director, Legal. This is a remote-based role located in the Greater Houston area, requiring approximately 25% global travel. The selected candidate will serve as the sole in-house legal advisor for LATICRETE International and its affiliates, reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
Role Overview & Responsibilities
The Director, Legal will oversee the company's global legal affairs, manage external counsel, and provide strategic legal guidance on corporate, regulatory, and operational matters. Key responsibilities include:
- Corporate & Business Law: Overseeing corporate governance, board meetings, shareholder communications, and managing legal aspects of mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships.
- Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management: Partnering with the Enterprise Risk and Audit Director to ensure adherence to local, state, federal, and international laws.
- Litigation & Dispute Resolution: Managing worldwide litigation, claims, and disputes, and selecting and managing external counsel to control legal spend.
- Contract & Employment Law: Drafting and reviewing critical commercial contracts and advising Human Resources on employment and labor law compliance.
- Intellectual Property: Overseeing the protection and enforcement of the company's global IP portfolio, including patents, trademarks, and trade secrets.
Eligibility & Qualifications
Candidates must meet the following criteria to be considered for this executive position:
- Education: Juris Doctorate (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Bar Membership: Active bar membership in good standing.
- Experience: Minimum of 10+ years of corporate legal experience, with a preference for at least 2 years in a law firm and the majority spent in-house.
- Preferred Experience: Prior experience as a sole or lead in-house counsel in a global manufacturing or chemical/building products company is highly preferred. Experience with mergers and acquisitions (M&A) is also a strong plus.
Compensation & Benefits
LATICRETE International offers a highly competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits:
- Base Salary: $230,000 to $290,000 per annum (excluding bonuses or other incentives).
- Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) plan; tuition reimbursement; 13 paid holidays plus paid vacation and sick leave; flexible spending accounts; and life/AD&D insurance.
Application Details
Interested candidates should apply through the official channels. Please note that no direct application link or deadline was specified in the source advertisement. Candidates are advised to monitor the official LATICRETE International careers portal or LinkedIn job board for active application windows.