Senior Corporate Counsel, Licensing & Governance

CoAd; Bradenton (FL); Remote; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

CoAd is seeking a Managing Counsel, Corporate to support the Legal Department with governance, licensing, IP, ERISA, transactions and general business matters. The role provides practical legal guidance while maintaining governance practices, compliance processes and corporate records.

Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer, the role requires in-house experience, leadership of licensing specialists, and the ability to thrive in a fast-changing environment with time-sensitive deadlines.

Qualifications

• JD degree and active bar admission in good standing.
• 8+ years of legal experience, including at least 5 years in-house.
• Experience advising on ERISA and employee benefits matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive legal and risk management advice to executives, managers, and employees.
• Develop practical, business-oriented solutions that mitigate legal and regulatory risk.
• Support corporate governance matters, including board materials and governance policies.
• Manage licensing, registrations, renewals, and related records across jurisdictions.
• Lead licensing specialists, coaching and performance management.
• Monitor regulatory developments affecting the company and advise on actions.
• Support ERISA and employee benefits compliance and governance.
• Coordinate with outside counsel on IP matters and licensing.
• Assist with mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and transactions.
• Prepare reports and training materials on legal topics.
• Collaborate with leadership to manage risk and drive business success.

Skills

JD degree

In-house experience

ERISA compliance

People management

Strategic risk guidance

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

IP licensing coordination

Job description

CoAd is seeking a Managing Counsel, Corporate to support the Legal Department with governance, licensing, IP, ERISA, transactions and general business matters. The role provides practical legal guidance while maintaining governance practices, compliance processes and corporate records.

Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer, the role requires in-house experience, leadership of licensing specialists, and the ability to thrive in a fast-changing environment with time-sensitive deadlines.