General Counsel

Earlens Corporation

. Serve as the Company’s chief legal, compliance, and governance officer .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive legal expertise in compliance, governance, and risk management within regulated medical technology environments. Proven ability to lead enterprise compliance programs, manage litigation strategies, and advise executive teams on corporate governance and fiduciary duties.

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J.D. DegreeActive Bar Membership15+ Years Legal ExperienceGeneral Counsel ExperienceSecurities Law Expertise

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Hard Skills

Corporate GovernanceRegulatory ReportingLitigation ManagementIntellectual Property StrategyCompliance Infrastructure DevelopmentContract NegotiationM&A EvaluationPrivacy ComplianceRisk ManagementCapital Markets Transactions

Soft Skills

LeadershipStrategic Partnership DevelopmentAdvisory SkillsCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Quality SystemsInsurance Programs ManagementOutside Counsel Management

Certifications & Qualifications

California Bar AdmissionIn-House Counsel Registration

Industry Keywords

Medical TechnologyLife SciencesRegulated EnvironmentsExport ControlsAnti-CorruptionProduct LiabilityEmployment LawClinical AgreementsSecurities CompliancePatent Prosecution

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the Company’s chief legal, compliance, and governance officer
Partner with the CEO, Board, and executive team on legal strategy and risk management
Build and maintain compliance infrastructure for a regulated medical technology company
Lead corporate governance, regulatory reporting, Board and committee management, and serve as Corporate Secretary
Partner with the CFO and outside counsel on financing transactions and securities compliance
Advise the CEO and Board on governance, fiduciary duties, and corporate compliance obligations
Direct global litigation strategy, including product liability, employment, intellectual property, and shareholder matters
Own enterprise compliance programs, including export controls, anti-corruption, and internal investigations
Lead privacy and data protection compliance across applicable jurisdictions
Manage insurance programs including D&O, EPLI, product/clinical liability, and other corporate coverage
Oversee regulatory strategy and engagement with government agencies such as the FDA
Direct intellectual property strategy, portfolio development, and enforcement
Provide legal oversight of quality systems with Quality and Regulatory leadership
Lead contract strategy and enterprise contracting for clinical, supply, and commercial agreements
Oversee M&A evaluation, licensing, and business development transactions, including due diligence
Structure and negotiate financing, royalty, and strategic partnership agreements
Build and lead the legal and compliance function, including outside counsel management and budget
Partner with the VP of People & Operations on employment-related legal matters, workforce policy, and significant workforce actions
Chair or support Board-level compliance and risk committees

Requirements

What you’ll need

J.D. and active bar membership in good standing
California bar admission or registration as in-house counsel required or obtainable
15+ years of progressive legal experience, including prior General Counsel/Chief Legal Officer experience at a life sciences, medtech, or technology company
Experience with securities law, corporate governance, and capital markets transactions strongly preferred
Demonstrated experience building enterprise compliance, privacy, and litigation management programs
Experience with intellectual property strategy and portfolio management
Patent prosecution background a plus
Prior experience advising Boards and executive teams on governance, risk, and strategy
Scientific or technical background, such as an advanced degree in a life sciences field, a plus in regulated medtech environments