Associate General Counsel - Americas

About Rithum

Rithum™ stands as a highly trusted global commerce network that accelerates the collaboration between brands, suppliers, and retailers to deliver smooth e-commerce experiences. Our platform empowers brands and retailers to boost growth, streamline operations across multiple channels, expand product selections, and improve profit margins. Trusted by over 40,000 companies, Rithum manages transactions exceeding $50 billion annually using our commerce, marketing, and delivery solutions to optimize consumer shopping journeys.

Role Overview

The Associate General Counsel for the Americas region will work directly under the General Counsel and Deputy General Counsel, providing legal counsel to senior leadership and key stakeholders. This role encompasses support for commercial transactions, employment issues, corporate governance, data privacy, bankruptcy, and regulatory compliance within the Americas, extending to other regions when necessary. Ideal candidates are experienced in handling complex technology contracts, skilled in employment law advising, and capable of delivering practical and business-savvy legal guidance in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Negotiate, draft, and oversee various commercial agreements including SaaS, technology licensing, partnerships, procurement, and confidentiality contracts, ensuring legal protection aligned with business goals.
• Collaborate closely with Sales and business divisions to promote efficient deal closures supporting revenue growth.
• Advise the People team on matters related to hiring, employment policies, compensation, benefits, workforce management, and employee relations.
• Prepare and review employment-related legal documents such as contracts, offer letters, severance agreements, and confidentiality arrangements.
• Provide counsel on workplace grievances, disciplinary actions, investigations, and employment compliance.
• Develop and institutionalize scalable legal processes, policy frameworks, playbooks, and templates to enhance consistency, efficiency, and risk control.
• Integrate AI-powered tools and emerging technologies to streamline legal operations including contract review, research, and workflow automation.
• Serve as a champion for AI-integration within legal functions to improve productivity and reduce repetitive tasks.
• Stay abreast of legislative, regulatory, and industry changes impacting Rithum.
• Manage corporate governance responsibilities including entity management, annual reporting, audits, and compliance filings.
• Advise on data privacy, data security, and AI governance subjects including handling security questionnaires, privacy frameworks, data subject requests, and risk assessments.
• Support enterprise risk and compliance initiatives and other legal matters critical to corporate operations.
• Work cross-functionally with Sales, Finance, Product, Engineering, Marketing, and People teams to provide strategic legal advice.
• Coordinate with external counsel and guide special projects relating to procurement, real estate, dispute resolution, and compliance.
• Drive continuous improvements in Rithum’s legal department through knowledge sharing and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in law firms and/or corporate legal departments supporting business operations.
• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited institution and current active bar membership in good standing.
• Extensive expertise in negotiating and drafting commercial contracts including SaaS, licensing, and technology agreements.
• Proven experience advising on employment law and supporting HR functions.
• Strong familiarity with AI tools, exhibiting fluency with multiple AI platforms and legal technology solutions.
• Proficient in Salesforce CRM and common workplace software such as Microsoft Office, DocuSign, and Teams.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, analytical abilities, and organizational skills to manage competing priorities across time zones.
• Preferred experience in SaaS, e-commerce, or technology companies and supporting global or multi-jurisdictional operations.
• Familiarity with privacy, compliance, corporate governance, and risk management.
• A proactive approach focused on practical, business-oriented solutions.

Additional Information

Travel requirements are up to 10%. Responsibilities may evolve over time and adapt to the company’s needs.

Work Culture and Benefits

Rithum promotes a collaborative, inclusive, and transparent workplace where employees are valued and supported. The company offers remote-first work conditions, balanced work-life benefits, and an environment encouraging professional growth.

• Competitive annual base salary range: $185,000 to $260,000 plus a discretionary bonus around 15% of base pay.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with company contributions beginning on the first day.
• 401(k) plan with 6% company match.
• Generous paid time off including 20 days PTO, 9 holidays, 2 floating holidays, 7 sick days, 2 wellness days, and 1 volunteer day, with increases based on tenure.
• Primary caregiver leave of 12 weeks and secondary caregiver leave of 4 weeks.
• Additional insurance benefits such as accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, pet, legal assistance, identity theft, and life insurance.
• Access to wellness applications, employee assistance programs, $65 monthly remote work internet stipend, and team-building activities.
• Tuition assistance, career development programs, and charitable donation matching up to $250 annually.

Equal Opportunity Commitment

Rithum is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering an environment of respect and fairness irrespective of race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification. Accommodations are available during the hiring process as needed.