The Deputy General Counsel (Deputy GC) is the Legal team’s 2nd in command, reporting directly to the General Counsel (GC). The Deputy GC supports the GC in overseeing Legal’s day-to-day operations and has exposure to a broad range of legal topics relevant to the business. They not only provide legal advice but also serve as a trusted strategic partner for the business. With a strong grasp of the company’s priorities and objectives, the Deputy GC helps accelerate the company’s growth in a responsible, sustainable manner. The Deputy GC is a legal jack of all trades and is comfortable grappling with novel legal questions that often lack clear cut answers. Critical to success in this role is being able to manage multiple priorities, translating legal analysis into actionable advice, and focusing on how the Legal team can best serve the company’s interests.

Hybrid Role: Applicants must be based in Chicago, IL or Atlanta, GA to be considered for this role.
In this role you will get to:

• Lead the review, drafting, and negotiation of agreements covering a broad range of Riverside’s operations, such as software licenses, data privacy agreements, and professional services agreements.
• Own and revitalize the company’s contract management process.
• Identify areas of opportunity to leverage artificial intelligence and other transformative technologies to improve the Legal department’s operations.
• Provide strategic advice on data privacy and cybersecurity issues relevant in the K-12 and clinical spaces.
• Guide colleagues with sound legal advice on employment and benefits topics.
• Help the company protect and maximize the value of its intellectual property assets by managing an organization-wide IP governance program.

Disclaimer
The above statements describe the general nature and level of the work performed by people assigned to this work. This list does not cover all possible duties, tasks, or responsibilities. Riverside Insights may amend or change responsibilities to meet the needs of the business and organization as necessary.

Requirements

• JD (law degree)
• Minimum 5 years' experience practicing law in a law firm, in-house, or government setting.
• Located in Chicago, IL or Atlanta, GA.
• Admission to practice law in Illinois or Georgia.
• Customer service oriented and strong relationship management skills.
• Solid grasp of key provisions and negotiating points relevant to commercial contracts.
• Proficient in leveraging emerging technologies (e.g., AI) in the legal context.
• Exceptional drafting, organizational, and time management skills.
• Proficiency in summarizing key contract terms and representing such information in digestible formats.
• Familiarity with intellectual property laws, especially trademarks and copyrights, including international IP laws and regulations.
• Ability to effectively collaborate and direct external counsel on complex legal matters.

Physical Requirements for this position

• Hybrid: 2 days/week on average at the Industrious office space in Chicago or Atlanta.
• Up to 5% travel for occasional off-site team meetings.
• May require stationary positions (sitting or standing) for extended periods.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Company paid short-term and long-term disability
• Supplemental life insurance options
• Company paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Retirement plan with discretionary company matching
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Premium subscription to Calm for employee and dependents
• Company paid time off (PTO)
• 13 named holidays, 2 floating holidays, and 4 early-release half days
• Flexible work arrangements
• Work-from-home expense reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Company orientation and 30/60/90 Day Onboarding

Who is Riverside Insights? Riverside Insights is a growth-focused business on a mission to elevate one billion lives globally by 2030 through research-based assessments and technology for educational professionals, students, clinical and behavioral health clients, and workforce talent.

Why Join Our Team? At Riverside Insights, achieving real results for students and educators is more than talk – it's what we do. As we grow, so will you, offering the chance to expand your skills on an ambitious, solution-focused team. Join us in making great work possible, where your well-being and dedication to making an impact go hand in hand. If you're ready for an ambitious, collaborative environment, Riverside is the place for you.

Riverside Insights is an Equal-opportunity Employer:
Riverside Insights provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
At Riverside Insights, every employee has the right to a welcoming and inclusive workplace where their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued and celebrated.

Thank you for considering joining our growing team and our mission to help elevate potential globally! Please check out www.riversideinsights.com to learn more about our work.