Chief Legal Officer (CLO)

ZobeLab; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A revolutionary music technology company is seeking an executive legal advisor. This role involves both strategic legal guidance and operational management, focusing on contracts, compliance, and IP protection. Candidates should have a J.D. and over 10 years of legal experience in music and technology. This is an equity-based part-time role until funding is secured, transitioning to a permanent full-time position.

Benefits

Equity in a rapidly scaling startup

Flexible remote work

Collaborative c-suite environment

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 10+ years of legal experience in music, entertainment, and technology law.
• Experience in startup legal work, including investment structuring.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal guidance to the Founder/CEO and Board.
• Oversee compliance with industry regulations and laws.
• Draft and review contracts, partnership agreements, and licensing deals.

Skills

Legal strategy

Investor relations

Contracts negotiation

Intellectual property protection

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

About the Role

About the Role

In a larger corporation, the CLO would focus on high-level strategy while the GC manages day-to-day legal matters. At ZobeLab, you’ll do both—providing strategic legal guidance to the Founder/CEO and Board of Directors while also directly managing contracts, compliance, and intellectual property.

You will be deeply involved in contracts, partnerships, investor relations, intellectual property protection, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance, particularly in the music, entertainment, and technology sectors.

Pay This is an equity-based, part-time position (with minimum wage compensation for a set number of hours per week) until investor funding is secured, at which point compensation will increase moving to a permanent full-time salary position. 4 year vesting & 1 year cliff vesting schedule for equity.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Legal Leadership (CLO duties)

• Advise the Founder/CEO, Board, and c-suite on corporate governance, risk management, and strategic legal matters.
• Support investor relations and navigate startup deal structures with investors.
• Oversee legal strategy for future mergers, acquisitions, fundraising, and exit opportunities.

Operational Legal Management (GC duties)

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, partnership agreements, and licensing deals.
• Manage day-to-day compliance with industry regulations and laws.
• Oversee litigation management, dispute resolution, and regulatory inquiries.

Investor & Funding Legal Expertise

• Structure investment agreements (equity financing, convertible notes, SAFEs) to protect the company’s interests.
• Draft and negotiate term sheets, stock purchase agreements, and investor rights agreements.
• Ensure compliance with securities laws, regulatory filings, and disclosure requirements.
• Prepare the company for investor due diligence and address legal risk areas.

Intellectual Property Protection

• Identify, protect, and manage the company’s IP portfolio (patents, trademarks, copyrights).
• Draft and enforce IP ownership agreements with employees, contractors, and partners.
• Advise on international IP strategies and protections.

Negotiations & Long-Term Strategy

• Negotiate favorable terms with investors, partners, and vendors while balancing capital needs with control.
• Structure funding rounds to optimize valuation and minimize dilution.
• Guide legal considerations for scaling, global expansion, and potential IPO or acquisition.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree and active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 10+ years of legal experience with significant exposure to music, entertainment, IP, and technology law.
• Proven track record in startup legal work, including investment structuring, compliance, and contracts.
• Strong knowledge of securities laws (Reg D, Reg CF, etc.) and familiarity with investor relations.
• Experience with intellectual property protection strategies in the digital age.
• Skilled in both high-level strategic thinking and hands-on execution.

What We Offer

• Executive-level role with small amount of equity in a rapidly scaling music technology company.
• The opportunity to shape the legal foundation of a disruptive startup.
• A collaborative c-suite environment with passionate industry leaders.
• Flexible remote work with part-time minimal commitment until funding is secured to support team transitioning to permanent full time salary roles.

About the Company

Join the Movement! Experience the Future of Music with ZobeLab!

At ZobeLab, we’re not just building a platform – we’re shaping a vision of a future where music transcends boundaries, powered by a holistic ecosystem.

We are dedicated to revolutionizing the music industry, our mission is to seamlessly integrate EdTech, FinTech, AI, and the MetaVerse to empower artists, music professionals, and enthusiasts worldwide.

Our Vision: We aspire to be the ultimate one-stop-shop, fostering creativity, financial empowerment, and cutting-edge experiences in the ever-evolving landscape of music technology.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about music, technology, and making a difference in the music industry, we would love to hear from you!

Email us at [e-mail] to apply for current openings and place the position you’re applying for in the subject header of the email. Please include your resume, cover letter, and any relevant portfolio or work samples.

Join ZobeLab and be part of a dynamic team that is shaping the future of music technology. Together, let’s empower musicians and elevate the music industry to new heights!

Applicant note: This position is for an executive member with equity until investor funding is secured for a full-time role. All candidates should have reliable internet, video-call, and telephone services for communication as this is a remote opportunity.

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