Formstack improves people’s lives with practical solutions to their everyday work. We are looking for the next Stacker to help us accomplish this mission.
Formstack is a
remote-first company with team members who live and work across the U.S., Canada, and the globe. We offer more than just a job; we provide a community where you can learn, grow, and thrive your way. Join a dynamic and diverse team that values relationships as much as results. Come build what matters with Formstack.
Rich Smith, CFO at Formstack, is looking to hire a leader who will complement and strengthen the team.
What You’ll Do:
You will oversee Formstack’s Legal and Compliance functions. This position requires expert knowledge in a wide array of legal matters, and the ability to utilize that knowledge strategically to assist the CFO, CEO, Board of Directors, and other Formstack leadership in achieving corporate goals while limiting risk exposure.
How You’ll Succeed:
- Determine, in concert with the CEO, CFO and Board of Directors, the company’s overall risk tolerance and posture, seeking to balance operational and commercial needs with appropriate risk mitigation policies and strategies
- Responsible for all legal functions of the company including but not limited to litigation, customer and vendor negotiations, contracts and contracting processes, M&A and related matters, intellectual property maintenance and employee-related legal matters
- Oversee company’s compliance (data privacy, security and regulatory compliance, as applicable) function, seeking to balance appropriate controls and compliance activities against operational needs
- Foster productive, ongoing dialogue with the company’s other departments (product and engineering in particular) about how to prioritize security and compliance needs within the company’s overall product roadmap and corporate strategy
- Participate in regular updates as appropriate to the company’s HR and employee documentation (employee handbook, offer letters, non-compete documents, etc.) as well as facilitate regular training cadence to ensure employees are trained appropriately on legal and compliance policies and practice
- Remain abreast of legal, compliance and regulatory developments generally and ensure Formstack remains ahead of the curve on addressing stakeholder needs in these areas
- Maintain relationships with a roster of external service providers capable of providing high-quality assistance in key areas of specialization (external M&A legal counsel, security and privacy auditors and advisors, etc.)
- Recruit, retain and mentor top quality legal and compliance staff. Hold team members accountable for deliverables while maintaining culture.
What We’re Looking For:
- J.D degree from an ABA-approved school or equivalent
- Licensed attorney qualified to practice in the US
- 6-10 years of legal experience, with meaningful in-house experience in contract negotiation. SaaS experience is a plus.
- Subject matter expertise in at least some of the following areas: corporate compliance/governance, litigation, employment, M&A, or privacy and information security
- Detail-oriented and highly motivated
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and professional demeanor
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects/large workloads, and keep deadlines
- Exceptional business judgment, analytical skills, and critical thinking with demonstrated success working as a team player in a fast-paced environment
Salary Range: $210,000-$250,000 per year + Bonus up to 20% of base salary
What Formstack Offers for Full-Time Employees in the US and Canada:
Competitive health plans, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance Benefits for US and Canadian full-time employees.- Monthly Health & Wellness and Technology stipends
- Half-day Fridays
- Unlimited PTO for all employees.
- 401k & Roth w/ safe harbor match (the US and Canada)
- The most up-to-date technology, including company-issued Macs, the latest software, and other tools needed to excel at your job
- Company-paid conferences and extended learning opportunities
- Yearly company and team gatherings
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every qualification. Formstack is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. if you’re excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Formstack is an equal-opportunity employer. We are passionately committed to equitable hiring and boldly dedicated to diversity in our work and staff. We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related conditions), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, uniform service member status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Women, people of color, bilingual and bicultural individuals, LGBTQ+ persons, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
All data collected in our application process, from resume collection to application questions, is used for recruitment purposes only. We will store it in our applicant tracking system, Lever, and will not share this data with anyone else. We will keep your data until the role is filled and only continue to store it if we feel you may fit future roles.
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