Make a measurable and mission-critical impact. Bring your unique talents and experience to a leading company in Industrial IoT (IIoT) solutions. Join a dynamic and expanding organization where you'll play a vital role in helping drive safe, efficient, and reliable operations across industries worldwide. Anova offers opportunities that empower you to:Be part of a culture-first and mission-driven executive teamGrow Anova's legal function with full ownershipApply your expertise across a genuinely complex legal landscape: global operations, industrial hardware, SaaS, M&A, and PE-backed governanceWork directly as part of executive leadership on the decisions that shape the businessJoin us as Anova's Senior Corporate Counsel, and help us grow our business with the best legal foundation for our global industrial technology business.Start your journey with Anova today!Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesLegal Function Build-Out & AdministrationDesign and implement systematic workflows for legal request intake, prioritization, and routing across the organizationBuild and maintain the legal operations infrastructure, including matter management tools, the legal mailbox, and internal escalation protocolsManage and coordinate outside counsel selection and relationships, including internationallyContract Management & RemediationEstablish enterprise-wide governance frameworks and standards for contract lifecycle management, including platform selection, organizational change management, and appropriate signature and authorization trackingConduct a comprehensive audit of Anova's global customer and commercial contracting landscape and develop and execute a remediation plan to harmonize Anova's contractsDevelop appropriate records retention and governance protocols for contracts environmentEntity StructureReview and optimize Anova's global legal entity structure across all jurisdictionsDraft, review, and maintain intercompany agreements — including IP licenses, service agreements, and cost-sharing arrangements — to support the entity structure and satisfy transfer pricing and regulatory requirementsM&A & Corporate Development SupportLead the legal function for acquisitions, including due diligence, transaction structuring, and negotiationAdvise on entity implications of proposed acquisitions in partnership with the CFO and EVP Strategy & Corporate DevelopmentManage outside counsel across all phases of transaction execution and post‑close integrationCompliance & Corporate GovernanceEnsure compliance with applicable laws and regulations across all jurisdictions in which the company operatesSupport the development and ongoing maintenance of the company's enterprise compliance program, including policies, training, and controlsLead the company's data privacy strategy and governance, including oversight of GDPR, CCPA, and EU Data Act complianceSupport corporate governance obligations across Anova's global structureIntellectual PropertyFacilitate proactive and cost‑effective IP portfolio management, including comprehensive IP tracking systems for renewals, lapses, deadlines, and enforcement actionsPartner with trademark and patent counsel on IP‑related filings, including patent applications, assignments, and licensing agreementsLitigation & DisputesServe as the organization's primary point of contact on all litigation, disputes, and legal proceedingsDirect external litigation counsel and manage legal budgets associated with active mattersServe as primary liaison to insurance carriersWhat you'll need to succeedThis role is designed for a seasoned, self‑sufficient lawyer who thrives building structure, can manage a broad and complex legal workload independently, and brings the commercial judgement to prioritize effectively.Minimum Requirements8+ years of legal experience, including meaningful prior in‑house experience; law firm background in corporate, commercial, or technology transactions welcomed; track record of pragmatic leadership and solutions‑driven approachJ.D. from an accredited law school; active bar membership in good standingLegal Expertise: Solid working knowledge of corporate law, including M&A, commercial contracts, human resources support, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance frameworksContract Management: Hands‑on experience building or operating contract lifecycle management processesTechnology Proficiency: Working knowledge of legal management platforms and Microsoft Office Suite; ability to evaluate and implement legal technology solutions independentlyCommunication: Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to advise senior leadership, interface with external counsel, and represent the company with outside partiesJudgment & Discretion: High degree of professionalism, integrity, and ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with sound, independent judgmentSelf‑Sufficiency: Demonstrated ability to operate autonomouslyPreferred QualificationsPrior experience establishing a legal function at a company with global operationsBackground in a technology, IIoT, hardware/SaaS, or industrial sector businessExperience with product liability and industrial safety regulations (OSHA, PHMSA, EPA, or international equivalents)Knowledge of global data privacy regulations, including GDPR, CCPA, and the EU Data ActFamiliarity with telecommunications and wireless regulatory matters relevant to connected hardwareExperience conducting or coordinating corporate entity reviews and restructuringsKnowledge of intercompany agreement structures and transfer pricing considerationsTrack record of building or maturing a corporate compliance programConfidence and experience presenting legal matters and risk assessments to senior leadership and translating complex legal matters to a non‑legal audienceWork AuthorizationFor this role Anova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F‑1 with OPT or CPT, H‑1, H‑2, L‑1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.#J-18808-Ljbffr