General Counsel

Title: General Counsel

Location: Kansas City Metro area

About PSI

We are PSI Services. We power world leading tests. Delivered with trusted science and the very best test taker experience. PSI supports test-takers on their journey to pursuing dreams and gaining certifications that are important to them. They believe that their dreams are worth working for; that their dreams are worth the effort. And we believe that too. This is our core purpose, to empower people to achieve their dreams. We do this by being the best provider of workforce solutions, which foster both technology and science to deliver the best solutions for our test takers.

We are searching for top talent to join our PSI team and help grow our products and services. We have a creative, supportive and inclusive culture where we empower people in their careers to be their authentic self and make the most of their great talent.

At PSI, we are committed to helping people meet their potential and we believe that promoting diversity, equity and inclusion is critical to our success. That’s why you’ll find these ideals are intrinsic to our company culture and applied throughout the employee lifecycle.

Learn more about what we do at: https://www.psiexams.com/

About the Role

The General Counsel is the leading attorney for PSI. The person in this role is a highly qualified and experienced legal expert, who plays a crucial leadership role in managing the Legal and Compliance teams who support PSI. The General Counsel reports to the CEO and sits on the Executive team providing strategic legal guidance to all stakeholders in the business, manages risks and ensures compliance with laws and regulations that apply to our organization and industry.

This is a full-time role working through Monday-Friday with Friday office hours. The role is ideally based at our global headquarters in Olathe, Kansas, but can be performed remotely with occasional opportunities to travel.

Role Responsibilities

• Develop legal strategies that align with the company's overall business objectives.
• Provide proactive legal advice and guidance on a wide range of issues, domestically and internationally, including contracts, intellectual property, employment law, and regulatory compliance.
• Identify and assess legal risks associated with business activities and provide solutions to mitigate such risks.
• Implement risk management policies and procedures to protect the company's interests.
• Oversee the drafting, negotiation, and review of contracts, ensuring that they meet legal requirements and align with the company's goals.
• Collaborate with global colleagues to streamline contract processes and enhance efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with corporate governance requirements and maintain accurate records of corporate activities.
• Advise the PSI Executive team on governance best practices.
• Stay current on relevant laws and regulations affecting the testing, licensure and certification industry.
• Develop and implement compliance programs to ensure adherence to applicable laws and industry standards.
• Manage external legal resources and represent the company in legal proceedings as required.
• Work to resolve disputes through negotiation, mediation, or litigation as appropriate.
• Build a high-performing legal, security and compliance team, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities for legal team members.
• Handle company’s IP portfolio.
• Advise on labor and employment issues.
• Attend and become an active participant at relevant industry events.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from a top-tier accredited law school and active admission to a US State Bar, ideally in California or New York
• Previous experience in a large law firm and/or corporation.
• Extensive experience in corporate law, contracts, regulatory compliance, privacy (domestic and international), Artificial Intelligence and ideally with a track record in M&A.
• Proven leadership experience within a Legal department, ideally in SaaS environments.
• Experience managing an international legal department. Experience servicing international businesses and interacting with international clients.
• Experience in certification, qualification or licensure industries is an advantage but not essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of an organization.

Benefits & Culture

At PSI, our culture is to be transparent and fair. That’s why all of our roles have been benchmarked at a competitive rate against the local market they are based in. To be transparent all of our adverts now include the salary so you can see if we align with your expectations when looking for your next role.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and supportive culture when you join us. This includes;

• 401k/Pension/Retirement Plan – with country specific employer %
• Enhanced PTO/Annual Leave
• Medical insurance – country specific
• Dental, Vision, Life and Short Term Disability for US
• Flexible Spending Accounts – for the US
• Medical Cashback plan covering vision, dental and income protection for UK
• Employee Assistance Program
• Commitment and understanding of work/life balance
• Dedicated DE&I group that drive core people initiatives
• A culture of embracing wellness, including regular global initiatives
• Access to supportive and professional mechanisms to help you plan for your future
• Volunteer Day and a culture of giving back to our community and industry through volunteering opportunities