Director of Legal - Remote

Overview

Join Archive in our mission to change consumer shopping behavior for the better. If you think humans buy too much stuff and throw too much away, then this problem is for you. As the leading technology platform for branded resale, we now power circular businesses for 50+ brands globally including Lululemon, The North Face and New Balance.

In Short

• Oversee Archive's legal and compliance function
• Ensure legal compliance and manage contracts
• Mitigate legal risks and provide strategic advice
• Advise on corporate governance matters
• Manage and protect intellectual property
• Provide guidance on employment-related legal issues
• Oversee litigation and dispute resolution
• 4+ years of proven legal experience required
• J.D. or equivalent legal degree required
• Experience in the technology industry preferred

Requirements

• 4+ years of proven legal experience, including time at both a law firm and in-house at a growing startup.
• J.D. or equivalent legal degree required.
• Background in the technology industry, with experience across a variety of legal areas such as corporate, commercial contracts, intellectual property, privacy, and tax law.
• Familiarity with local and international privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA), particularly as they relate to e-commerce, consumer experience, and digital products.
• Strong track record of providing pragmatic, business-minded legal advice.
• Comfortable operating as both a strategic leader and hands-on contributor in a fast-paced environment as the sole in-house Legal employee.
• Able to react quickly and appropriately to urgent matters.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to distill complex legal issues into practical recommendations.
• Collaborative and effective in cross-functional environments, aligning legal guidance with business objectives.

Benefits

• Be part of a mission-driven company
• Opportunity to shape the legal foundation of a rapidly scaling company
• Work with a team of highly motivated individuals
• Engage in diverse legal areas
• Impact the growth of the circular economy