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CLEAR

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  Have you ever had that green-light feeling? When you hit every green light and the day just feels like magic. CLEAR's mission is to create frictionless experiences where every day has that feeling. With more than 30+ million passionate members and hundreds of partners around the world, CLEAR&rsquo;s identity platform is transforming the way people live, work, and travel. Whether it&rsquo;s at the airport, stadium, or right on your phone, CLEAR connects you to the things that make you, you - unlocking easier, more secure, and more seamless experiences - making them all feel like magic.&nbsp;
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  We&rsquo;re looking for an experienced VP, Legal Counsel to help guide CLEAR&rsquo;s Growth vertical as we expand into a myriad of opportunities in entertainment, travel &amp; hospitality, financial services, aviation, healthcare, and more. You will report directly to the General Counsel and will be responsible for providing legal counsel to a variety of stakeholders in our rapidly growing organization.
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   Partner closely with business development teams and provide advice and professional guidance on deals, strategy, risk, and scalable growth
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   Work directly with clients, vendors, and partners to draft, negotiate, and manage commercial agreements
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   Serve as a key advisor and will participate in decision-making and strategy development for the business with the goal of protecting the assets and reputation of the company
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   Stay ahead of applicable laws, regulations, and industry guidance
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   Work closely with product teams to advise on new features and business initiatives that ensure compliance with regulatory and contractual obligations
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   Demonstrate a keen ability to spot sensitive legal and business concerns and proactively propose solutions
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    How you&rsquo;ll measure success:
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   Reduce turnaround time for CLEAR1 commercial agreements, enabling faster deal closures and accelerating revenue recognition
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   Minimize legal exposure by ensuring consistent alignment of CLEAR1 contracts with data privacy, security, and regulatory standards
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   Support favorable contract structures and scalable terms that enhance client satisfaction, renewals, and upsell opportunities, driving long-term growth for CLEAR1
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    What you&rsquo;re great at:
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   12+ years of relevant experience- both law firm and in-house
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   Problem-solving prowess with excellent legal and business judgment
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   Excellent writing, analytical, and negotiation skills
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   Experience advising on product development is a plus
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    How You&rsquo;ll Be Rewarded
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  At CLEAR, we help YOU move forward - because when you&rsquo;re at your best, we&rsquo;re at our best. You&rsquo;ll work with talented team members motivated by our mission of making experiences safer and easier. Our offices are bright and energetic with an open concept and plenty of conference rooms and casual co-working spaces. We also offer catered lunches every day and have fully stocked kitchens. Outside of the office, we invest in your well-being and learning &amp; development with stipends and reimbursement programs.&nbsp;
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  We offer holistic total rewards, including comprehensive healthcare plans, family-building benefits (fertility and adoption/surrogacy support), flexible time off, annual wellness stipend, free OneMedical memberships for you and your dependents, a CLEAR Plus membership, and a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match. The base salary range for this role is $250,000-300,000
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   The base salary range represents the low and high end of CLEAR&rsquo;s salary range for this position. Salaries will vary depending on various factors which include, but are not limited to location, education, skills, experience and performance. The range listed is just one component of CLEAR&rsquo;s total compensation package for employees, and other rewards may include annual bonuses, commission, Restricted Stock Units
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   CLEAR provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or protected needs. Please let us know if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, time off, extra breaks, making a change to the application process or work procedures, policy exceptions, providing documents in an alternative format, live captioning or using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
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VP, Legal Counsel

Metropolitan Commercial Bank

<div><p><b>Come work with us:</b></p>
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Metropolitan Commercial Bank (the &quot;Bank&quot;) is a full-service commercial bank based in New York City. The Bank provides a broad range of business, commercial, and personal banking products and services to individuals, small businesses, private and public middle-market and corporate enterprises and institutions, municipalities, and local government entities.</p>
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Metropolitan Commercial Bank was named one of Newsweek's Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions 2024. The Bank was ranked by Independent Community Bankers of America among the top ten successful loan producers for 2023 by loan category and asset size for commercial banks with more than $1 billion in assets. Kroll affirmed a BBB+ (investment grade) deposit rating on January 25, 2024. For the fourth time, MCB has earned a place in the Piper Sandler Bank Sm-All Stars Class of 2024.</p>
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Metropolitan Commercial Bank operates banking centers and private client offices in Manhattan, Boro Park, Brooklyn and Great Neck on Long Island in New York State.</p>
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The Bank is a New York State chartered commercial bank, a member of the Federal Reserve System and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, and an equal housing lender. The parent company of Metropolitan Commercial Bank is Metropolitan Bank Holding Corp. (NYSE: MCB).</p><br>
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Position Summary:</b></p>
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The FVP Associate General Counsel serves as a strategic advisor and legal leader within MCB, working in close partnership with the General Counsel to guide the Bank's legal affairs and complex legal projects. This role provides high-level counsel to senior leadership and the Board, ensuring governance, regulatory compliance, oversight of the legal department operations and proactive risk management.</p>
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We have a flexible work schedule where employees can work from home one day a week.</i></p>
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Essential duties and responsibilities:</b></p>
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<li>Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating all forms of bank related service agreements, such as customer account opening documents, third party provider contracts, SLA's and NDA's</li>
<li>Manage, including drafting and negotiating, a wide range of digital transactions, in support of the Bank's initiatives</li>
<li>Advise on legal matters affecting the Bank, balancing legal risks with business objectives and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.</li>
<li>Counseling and advising the Bank's business groups on complex legal issues that relate to transactions supporting new</li>
<li>and existing products and platforms</li>
<li>Provide day-to-day advice and counsel regarding management of new and existing business projects and operational challenges.</li>
<li>Facilitate complex business transactions and strengthen best practices and good governance.</li>
<li>Participate in the definition and development of Bank policies, strategies, and major initiatives.</li>
<li>Provide strategic and ethical leadership and direction for legal matters involving regulatory and compliance issues.</li>
<li>Coordinate with regulatory agencies and advise executive leadership in navigating a complex regulatory environment. Keep abreast of compliance/regulatory related changes and educate stakeholders on such changes.</li>
<li>Maintain professional growth and development through seminars, professional affiliations, and other means to keep abreast of developments in legal matters affecting the Bank's activities and operations.</li>
<li>Assist in leading, managing, and overseeing the attorneys and professionals within the General Counsel's office with an eye towards maintaining and enhancing the way legal services are provided to ensure support across all business lines and initiatives.</li>
<li>Regularly evaluate and improve legal workflows, documentation standards, and operational efficiency, ensuring best practices are maintained.</li>
<li>Perform other related duties as needed.</li>
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<p><b>Required knowledge, skills and experience:</b></p>
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<li>Advanced degree in law or Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school</li>
<li>Over 10 years of legal experience, preferably in financial services or a corporate setting</li>
<li>Experience with mergers and acquisitions</li>
<li>Familiarity with industry-specific regulations</li>
<li>Strong background in corporate governance</li>
<li>Excellent negotiation skills</li>
<li>Demonstrated leadership abilities</li>
<li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills</li>
<li>Active member in good standing with the state bar</li>
<li>In-depth knowledge of corporate law and regulatory compliance</li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li>
<li>Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously</li>
<li>Strong organizational and time-management skills</li>
<li>High ethical standards and integrity</li>
<li>Proficiency in legal research tools and software</li>
<li>Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams</li>
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<p><b>Potential Salary: $260,000 - $290,000 annually</b></p>
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This salary range reflects base wages and does not include benefits, bonus, or incentive pay. Salary bands are purposefully wide ranging to encompass the different factors considered in determining where a candidate falls in the range, including but not limited to, seniority, performance, experience, education, and any other legitimate, non-discriminatory factor permitted by law. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise and may vary from the amounts listed here.</p>
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Metropolitan Commercial Bank provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.</p>
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This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.</p></div>

FVP Associate General Counsel

PVH Corp.

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  About Us
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 We are brand builders who focus our passion and creativity to build Calvin Klein and TOMMY HILFIGER into the most desirable lifestyle brands in the world and at the same time position PVH as one of the best-performing brand groups in our sector. Guided by our values and enabled by our scale and global reach, we are driving fashion forward for good, as one team with one vision and one plan. That&rsquo;s the Power of Us, that&rsquo;s the Power of PVH+.
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 One of PVH&rsquo;s greatest strengths is our people. Our collective desire is to create a workplace environment where every individual is valued, and every voice is heard, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community of associates with a strong sense of belonging. Learn more about Inclusion &amp; Diversity at PVH
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 The Legal Counsel is a member of the Calvin Klein Global and Tommy Hilfiger North America Advertising and Marketing team within PVH Legal. The position is responsible for advising, counselling and supporting the marketing, public relations, product development and procurement teams on a wide range of intellectual property matters related to marketing, media and advertising including content clearance and usage issues, social media posting requirements and risk assessments as well as drafting, reviewing, and negotiating talent/consultant/social media influencer contracts, collaboration, sponsorship and release agreements, sales and product distribution agreements and other documentation and agreements primarily in support of the advertising, marketing, PR and procurement teams of Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein and PVH.
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 The Legal Counsel is also responsible for advising on digital matters as well as working with outside counsel on certain issues including music licensing, SAG-AFTRA and certain other media and marketing related matters and, from time to time, litigation support.
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   Provide advice and counselling for the advertising, marketing, PR and procurement teams
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   Provide guidance on rights of publicity, fair use, content clearances, and risk assessments.
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   Independently review, draft, revise, negotiate, and advise on various related contracts and agreements.
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   Draft and update memoranda and agreements for fashion shows, advertising campaigns, and major events.
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   Work closely with advertising and marketing teams to implement form agreements.
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   Collaborate with Mr. Tommy Hilfiger&rsquo;s personal counsel on personal appearance agreements.
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   Negotiate product placement agreements for third- party productions.
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   Assess data security and privacy risks for new vendors and initiatives.
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   Engage with outside counsel for niche marketing and contract matters.
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   Manage licenses and reporting for music rights organizations.
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  What You'll Bring
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   5+ years of related experience
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   JD or equivalent
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   Bar admission
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   Must embody a great teammate attitude
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   Diligence
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   Work well under pressure
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   Solid understanding of financial terms and concepts
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   Strong experience with drafting and negotiating talent and services contracts
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   Strong understanding of IP principles
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   Familiarity with licensing agreements and concepts
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 Pay Range:$121,400---$164,300
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 PVH currently provides base salary ranges for all positions-on job advertisements-in the United States based on local requirements. These ranges are based on what PVH reasonably believes that it will pay an associate for their base salary for said position at the time of the posting. Individual compensation will ultimately be determined based on a variety of relevant factors including but-not limited to qualifications, geographic location and other relevant skills. PVH is committed to providing a market-competitive total rewards package to eligible associates, which includes diverse and robust health and insurance benefits to meet the varied needs of our associates and an above-market 401(k) contribution to help our associates save for retirement. We also offer career growth opportunities, empowering our associates to design their future at PVH.
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 Additional Compensation: This role is bonus eligible.
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  Your Wellbeing is Our Priority
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 At PVH, We Offer Competitive, Cost-effective, And Comprehensive Benefit Packages. We Strive To Provide Options When It Comes To Your Health, Finances, And Work-life Balance. This Includes
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   Pay &amp; Insurance: Competitive pay, bonus programs, best in class medical insurance, vision insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, and more.
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   401(k): An above-market 401(k) contribution to help our eligible associates save for retirement.
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   Flexible Workplace: Generous company-paid holidays, paid time off, hybrid working arrangements, volunteer opportunities, seasonal hours, and flexible work schedules.
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   Wellbeing Support: A variety of wellbeing tools and programs such as, Headspace membership, reimbursement for fitness memberships and/or digital meditation subscriptions, and the opportunity to earn up to $200 a year in rewards for exercising and participating in healthy activities.
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   Care.com Services: Access to services for childcare, elder care, adoption preparation, pet care, plus reimbursement for backup care when your regular plans fall through.
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   Education Assistance: Receive support for continued education including tuition reimbursement.
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   Associate Discount: Shop at our company outlets and e-commerce sites at a discount.
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 Please note, eligibility depends on employment status, location and length of time employed with PVH and our benefits may be subject to change. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
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  PVH Corp. or its subsidiary ("PVH") is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment on the basis of their individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law. In addition to complying with all applicable laws, PVH is also committed to ensuring that all current and future PVH associates are compensated solely on job-related factors such as skill, ability, educational background, work quality, experience and potential.
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  To achieve these goals, across the United States and its territories, PVH prohibits any PVH employee, agent or representative from requesting or otherwise considering any job applicant&rsquo;s current or prior wages, salary or other compensation information in connection with the hiring process. Accordingly, applicants are asked not to disclose this salary history information to PVH.
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Legal Counsel - PVH Corp.

Amazon.com

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>DESCRIPTION</b></h2><p>
Amazon&rsquo;s Legal Department is looking for a talented Associate Corporate Counsel to support Amazon Web Services (AWS), a dynamic and rapidly growing business at the forefront of the &ldquo;cloud&rdquo; computing and service industry.<br>
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Amazon offers its attorneys the opportunity to develop their experience and career with one of the world&rsquo;s most recognized and dynamic brands.<br>
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Key job responsibilities<br>
This attorney will primarily support AWS' international expansion efforts, working cross-functionally with a number of internal teams to plan and execute international expansion strategies. This attorney will provide ongoing legal counsel for senior executives and other business team members.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent</li><li>2+ years of legal experience</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>Experience in web services/cloud computing, software licensing, telecommunications or equivalent</li><li>Experience in private practice or in house experience at a technology company or equivalent</li></ul><br>
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.<br>
<br>
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.<br>
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $118,400/year in our lowest geographic market up to $195,700/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.</div>

Associate Corporate Counsel, AWS Global Expansion

TYLin

<div><div>TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions.</div><div></div><div>
Job Summary</div><div></div>
Location: Hybrid (3&ndash;4 days per week), preferably based in a major hub city where TYLin has strong operations or legal team presence (e.g., Chicago, Toronto, New York, San Francisco, Vancouver &mdash; other cities will be considered)<br>
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TYLin is seeking an experienced and business-minded AVP, Chief Alternative Delivery Counsel to serve as the firm&rsquo;s senior legal authority on Alternative Delivery Methods across North America. This is a high-impact leadership role reporting directly to the Region Chief Counsel &ndash; North America. You will be responsible for providing strategic legal guidance and hands-on support in all aspects of complex project delivery&mdash;particularly Public-Private Partnerships (P3), Design-Build (DB), Progressive Design-Build (PDB), and other integrated project delivery models.<br>
This role plays a vital part in driving risk-aware growth, optimizing contract strategies, and ensuring legal excellence across TYLin&rsquo;s expanding portfolio of complex infrastructure projects delivered through non-traditional contracting methods.<div></div><div>
Responsibilities &amp; Qualifications</div><div></div><div>
Key Responsibilities</div><ul><li><div>
Lead legal strategy and negotiations for high-stakes alternative delivery projects, including DB, PDB, DBFOM, PPP, IPD, and collaborative contracting models.</div></li><li><div>
Partner with executive leadership, pursuit teams, and joint venture partners to assess risk and structure agreements that align with TYLin&rsquo;s commercial objectives and risk tolerance.</div></li><li><div>
Provide legal guidance during all phases of the pursuit lifecycle&mdash;from bid/no-bid decisions to teaming agreements, proposals, interviews, and contract finalization.</div></li><li><div>
Support claims mitigation and resolution strategies, working collaboratively with project teams and external counsel as needed.</div></li><li><div>
Build, lead, and mentor a dedicated legal team specializing in alternative delivery over time.</div></li><li><div>
Develop and maintain contract templates, negotiation playbooks, and best-practice guidance documents to streamline project delivery across business lines.</div></li><li><div>
Monitor emerging legal, regulatory, and industry trends relevant to collaborative and alternative project delivery models; update stakeholders and influence strategy accordingly.</div></li><li><div>
Represent the legal function in client-facing settings, strategic partnerships, and industry events, strengthening TYLin&rsquo;s leadership profile in the alternative delivery space.</div></li><li><div>
Collaborate with global legal, risk, and compliance teams to ensure consistency in contracting practices and enterprise-wide risk governance.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Opportunities for Growth</div><div></div><div>
For the right candidate, this position offers:</div><ul><li><div>
Broader leadership in the legal function, supporting corporate initiatives related to project delivery, joint ventures, and enterprise risk management.</div></li><li><div>
Strategic involvement in global insurance programs, risk policies, and large-scale contract negotiations outside of North America.</div></li><li><div>
The opportunity to build TYLin&rsquo;s legal capabilities around emerging delivery models such as Progressive DB, Alliance Contracting, and CM/GC.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Qualifications</div><ul><li><div>
Juris Doctor (JD) or Bachelor of Laws (LLB); active bar membership in a U.S. State or Canadian Province.</div></li><li><div>
Minimum of 10 years&rsquo; legal experience with a strong focus on major infrastructure or capital project delivery, including at least 5 years supporting alternative delivery methods.</div></li><li><div>
Demonstrated expertise in negotiating, drafting, and advising on complex project agreements such as P3s, DBs, DBFOMs, joint ventures, and concession arrangements.</div></li><li><div>
In-depth understanding of risk allocation, bonding/insurance structures, performance security, and subcontractor relationships under various delivery models.</div></li><li><div>
Business-oriented legal mindset with the ability to balance commercial opportunity and contractual risk.</div></li><li><div>
Exceptional communication skills and the ability to influence and support senior executives, technical leaders, and external partners.</div></li><li><div>
Experience coordinating or managing outside counsel.</div></li><li><div>
Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced, matrixed, and collaborative global environment.</div></li><li><div>
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally, as required.</div></li></ul><div></div><div><br>
Additional Information</div><div></div><div>
TYLin is committed to pay equity. As part of that commitment, we have provided the base compensation range of $200,000 - $290,000 annually for this position and local market. We recognize that each candidate brings a unique set of skills, experience, education and competencies to the table that will be reflected in our offer. TYLin is proud to offer exciting career development opportunities.</div><div></div><div>
TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.</div><div></div><div><br>
We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering.</div><div></div><div><br>
TYLin is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.</div></div><div></div>

AVP, Chief Alternative Delivery Counsel

Goldman Sachs

<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><b>LEGAL</b>
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<p>We work at the intersection of finance and law, providing counsel and advice that support activities across the firm. We handle litigation and arbitration, perform research and due diligence, aid in financing and legal filings, deal with contracts and intellectual property rights that show our commitment to clients, shareholders, and regulators. Whether you&acirc;&#128;&#153;re an experienced attorney or a quick learner with a strong interest in financial law coupled with critical thinking skills, our dynamic group might be right for you.</p>
<p>
Are you an attorney with experience advising clients regarding futures and cleared derivatives, and interested in further developing your skills, and broadening your horizon? Do you aspire to advise a market leading Futures Commission Merchant (FCM) by working closely with business and other colleagues in an energetic, collaborative, and collegial environment? Are you intellectually curious, driven and thrive on challenges? If so, here is a great opportunity to leverage and expand your skill set and take your career to the next level.</p>
<p><b>
Your Role:</b></p>
<p>
You will be a member of Global Markets Legal at a bulge bracket investment bank. You will work with your colleagues to address a broad and diverse range of legal and regulatory questions and issues that arise in connection with the FCM business and associated business functions.</p>
<p>
In this role, you will be on the frontlines serving as a trusted advisor to the business and control-side colleagues and will have exposure to all aspects of a dynamic business. You will also play an important role in helping the firm navigate the evolving regulatory landscape and market structures in futures and cleared derivatives.</p>
<p><b>
Your Responsibilities:</b></p>
<ul><li>
Participate in the review, analysis and implementation of regulatory requirements applicable to the trading and clearing of futures and clearing of swaps, in each case in the U.S. and relevant non-U.S. markets, and engage in industry leading advocacy with respect to a broad range of related regulatory proposals</li><li>
Interact with business and control groups to help review, manage and determine approach for regulatory responses and communications</li><li>
Provide guidance and instruction with respect to legal rights and obligations, including regulatory implications of contractual terms, disclosures and communications, in connection with trading and account agreements</li><li>
Develop a deep understanding of the FCM business&acirc;&#128;&#153;s trading and operational practices to exercise sound judgment and provide informed advice on electronic trading, market access, margin, risk management, customer protection and other matters</li><li>
Identify and analyze legal and regulatory issues in connection with new business initiatives, and partner with stakeholders to mitigate and manage legal and regulatory risks</li><li>
Cross-regional and cross-functional collaboration on matters pertaining to licensing, cross-border regulation and other jurisdictional matters affecting the FCM business</li></ul>
<p><b>
Qualifications and Attributes:</b></p>
<ul><li>
Strong sense of ownership and responsibility; thoughtful and detail-oriented</li><li>
Self-starter; capable of building and leveraging an internal network of resources and support</li><li>
Strong legal and business judgment, communication, writing and analytical skills</li><li>
4+ years of relevant experience working with or at a financial institution, or at a futures or cleared derivatives regulator, including relevant experience at a law firm, is preferred</li><li>
Knowledge of the Commodity Exchange Act, CFTC regulations, NFA and SRO rules is strongly preferred</li><li>
J.D. or comparable law degree from a competitive law school and licensed to practice law in at least one state<br>
</li></ul>
<div>ABOUT GOLDMAN SACHS<br>
</div><div>At Goldman Sachs, we commit our people, capital and ideas to help our clients, shareholders and the communities we serve to grow. Founded in 1869, we are a leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm. Headquartered in New York, we maintain offices around the world.</div><br>
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</div><div>We believe who you are makes you better at what you do. We're committed to fostering and advancing diversity and inclusion in our own workplace and beyond by ensuring every individual within our firm has a number of opportunities to grow professionally and personally, from our training and development opportunities and firmwide networks to benefits, wellness and personal finance offerings and mindfulness programs. about our culture, benefits, and people at GS.com/careers.</div><br>
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The expected base salary for this New York, New York, United States-based position is $170000-$270000. In addition, you may be eligible for a discretionary bonus if you are an active employee as of fiscal year-end.
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Benefits at Goldman Sachs</div></div><p>
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<br><p>Opportunity Overview
CORPORATE TITLE
Vice President
OFFICE LOCATION(S)
New York
JOB FUNCTION
Business Unit Legal
DIVISION
Legal</p>

Legal, GBM Futures and Cleared Derivatives Attorney, Vice President

Uphold

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  About Uphold
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 Uphold is a financial technology company that believes on-chain services are the future of finance. It provides modern infrastructure for on-chain payments, banking, and investments. Offering Consumer Services, Business Services, and Institutional Trading, Uphold makes pioneering financial services easy and trusted for millions of customers in more than 140 countries.
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 Uphold strips away the complexity and lack of transparency to open up Web3 finance for everyone.
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 To learn more about Uphold, please visit https://uphold.com.
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 The opportunity
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 The Senior Counsel will be responsible for general corporate matters, negotiating commercial agreements, and a key contributor to the design and implementation of risk management strategies and regulatory compliance alongside Uphold&rsquo;s General Counsel, Associate General Counsel and the Compliance and Regulatory Affairs teams. The ideal candidate is a self-driven lawyer capable of taking full ownership of a wide variety of legal and risk management matters at the Company relevant to a highly regulated and fast-growing company. As a result, the Senior Counsel will play an important role in the success and continued growth of Uphold. This position is full-time and exempt, and based in New York. The Senior Counsel will report to the General Counsel.
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   Negotiate, draft, and execute commercial agreements with technology partners and vendors.
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   Offer counsel on wide-ranging legal issues and advise executives within the company.
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   Work alongside other departments across the company, including HR, Security, Compliance, Regulatory Affairs, Product, and Engineering.
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   Advise on contract status, legal risks, and the legal liabilities associated with commercial transactions.
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   Researching and anticipating legal issues that could impact the company, including developments in the regulation of digital assets.
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   Operationalize legal workflow and contract management across the company.
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   Other duties as required or assigned.
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   Law degree from a recognized university.
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   Admitted to NY bar or able to be admitted on motion/reciprocity.
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   8 - 10+ years of corporate experience in large law firm and/or in-house.
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   Experience in cryptocurrency/fintech strongly preferred.
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   Experience working with regulators or for a regulated business is a plus.
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   Strong interpersonal and presentation skills, ability to communicate effectively with others at all levels of the organization.
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   Strong negotiating skills with both legal and financial/commercial issues.
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   Ability to work independently with little or no supervision but be a team player with a great attitude.
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 What we have to offer you
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   An amazing work environment in a company that continues to grow, driven by extraordinary and passionate people that keep up innovating and challenging more each day.
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   An international team, in a cutting edge field, working on the most fascinating projects.
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   Growth and career opportunities, and the chance to be proactive and creative.
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   A flexible and enthusiastic work environment that offers you snacks, a lot of coffee and other great benefits.
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   Open and transparent culture - we get together on a weekly basis to share updates, strategic plans, and engage with each other informally over food and drinks.
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   Interesting events that keep you connected with the team and celebrate our success.
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 Be part of a great company that is revolutionizing financial services. Apply now!
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 If this job isn&rsquo;t exactly what you are looking for, visit our careers page to check out all our exciting opportunities.
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 Salary: $200,000+ bonus, benefits, unlimited PTO
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 We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we celebrate our employees' differences, including race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, and any other protected classes. Difference makes us stronger and better - together.
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Senior Legal Counsel

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