Assistant General Counsel

Lindblad Expeditions

. Provide practical, business-oriented legal counsel across Lindblad Expeditions’ operations .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $230,000 - $245,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing practical legal counsel on commercial agreements, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams. Proficient in legal research, drafting, negotiation, and advising on employment-related matters.

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Juris Doctor (JD) Degree5–8 Years Legal ExperienceCommercial Contracts NegotiationRegulatory Compliance KnowledgeLegal Research and Analysis

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Hard Skills

Drafting Commercial AgreementsNegotiating ContractsLegal ResearchCorporate GovernanceRegulatory ComplianceEmployment LawRisk AssessmentContract ExecutionDue DiligenceDocument Review

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCommunication SkillsJudgmentCollaborationPrioritization

Industry Keywords

Corporate PoliciesCompliance ProcessesInternal ControlsMergers and AcquisitionsVendor AgreementsSupplier AgreementsNDALicensesLeasesSEC Disclosure

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide practical, business-oriented legal counsel across Lindblad Expeditions’ operations
Draft, review, negotiate, and advise on commercial agreements, including vendor and supplier agreements, consulting and independent contractor arrangements, NDAs, licenses, leases, and other business contracts
Partner with business stakeholders to identify legal and commercial risks and recommend practical solutions
Support contract execution and ongoing obligations
Provide legal guidance on day-to-day operational and commercial matters
Advise on legal and regulatory requirements and assist with corporate policies, compliance processes, and internal controls
Provide legal support on employment-related matters and agreements with Human Resources and external counsel
Conduct legal research and translate legal requirements into actionable guidance
Support mergers, acquisitions, investments, and other strategic initiatives through due diligence, document review, transaction coordination, and legal materials
Coordinate with outside counsel and internal stakeholders on workstreams, timelines, and legal deliverables
Develop relationships across Finance, Human Resources, Operations, Commercial, and other teams
Support corporate governance processes, including board and committee materials, resolutions, minutes, and corporate records
Assist with SEC disclosure and reporting obligations, including periodic and current reports
Coordinate with Finance and stakeholders to support timely, accurate disclosures
Work closely with the General Counsel and cross-functional business leaders to manage legal risk and advance business objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
5–8 years of relevant legal experience in a law firm and/or in-house corporate legal department
Meaningful experience advising on commercial contracts and corporate matters
Ability to independently draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements
Practical, risk-based advice to business stakeholders
Working knowledge of commercial legal issues, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and employment-related legal issues
Strong legal research, analytical, drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
Ability to explain complex legal issues clearly to nonlegal stakeholders
Ability to prioritize multiple matters and exercise sound judgment
Ability to protect confidential information and collaborate effectively across functions
Ability to read, write, and comprehend English
Candidates must reside within reasonable commuting distance of the designated New York or Seattle office

Benefits

Comp & perks

Travel benefits for employees and their family
Voyage of Discovery trips for employees to travel as guests
Health insurance including Medical, Dental, Vision
401(k) plan with employer match
Long-Term Disability, Life & AD&D Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for out-of-pocket medical and dependent care
Pre-Tax Commuter Benefit
7-8 Paid Holidays
1 Floating Holiday Option
Up to 15 days of vacation (pro-rated per anniversary year)
Parental Leave
Sick/personal days per city & state ordinance
Pet Insurance discount
20% bonus target
Equity (5%)