General Counsel
Riggs Cat · Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Description The General Counsel serving as chief legal officer and strategic advisor to executive leadership and Board of Directors. Responsible for overseei...
Job description
Description The General Counsel serving as chief legal officer and strategic advisor to executive leadership and Board of Directors. Responsible for overseeing all legal, regulatory, compliance, and risk management functions while enabling business growth and operational performance. Provides business-focused legal guidance across corporate governance, mergers & acquisitions, commercial contracts, employment law, and enterprise risk. Leads legal strategy for complex transactions, ensures regulatory compliance, and partners cross-functionally with Finance, HR, Sales, and Operations. Proven ability to balance legal rigor with practical business judgment, manage outside counsel, and build scalable legal processes that support organizational objectives. This role requires strong business judgment, executive presence, and the ability to translate complex legal issues into practical guidance. Roles & Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership & Business Partnership: Corporate Governance & Board Support: Mergers, Acquisitions & Strategic Transactions: Commercial Contracts & Operational Legal Support Compliance, Risk Management & Regulatory Affairs Employment & Labor Law: Legal Department Lead...