General Counsel

About the Role:
Reporting directly to CEO Jonathan Siddharth, the General Counsel at Turing will play a pivotal role as we expand our global business. The general counsel will provide legal advice and collaborate with the CEO and other executives on high-level projects in support of Turing's strategic objectives.

Responsibilities:
● Develop a comprehensive legal strategy for the business across diverse geographies.
● Partner with all areas of the business, including Finance, Sales, Business Development, and Human Resources, to advise on legal risks, business strategies, and other issues.
● Provide guidance to the company, clients, and partners on navigating privacy concerns in light of existing and forthcoming regulations.
● Advise executives on the status, legal risks, and business terms of high-value, strategic deals.
● Provide general legal and business advice to the Company's senior management and Board of Directors
● Take charge of orchestrating, negotiating, drafting, and finalizing intricate commercial contracts, strategic partnership agreements, technology arrangements, and financing deals for the company, ensuring alignment with both business and legal objectives.
● Lead legal initiatives essential for achieving IPO readiness.
● Cultivate and manage a high-performing legal team with a global mindset.
● Represent legal considerations at the executive level.
● Workhands-on on important legal initiatives

Requirements:
The ideal candidate for the General Counsel role at Turing is expected to bring a wealth of experience and a proven track record in navigating complex legal landscapes. We seek an individual who can provide strategic-level expertise, independent opinions, and leadership on high-stakes legal projects. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the legal future of Turing.

Education:
J.D.from a top ranked university

Experience:
● A minimum of 15years of legal experience with a focus on strategic leadership.
● Proven track record of providing legal counsel in complex, multi-jurisdictional environments.
● Substantial experience in corporate governance, risk assessment, and managing high-performance legal teams.
● Previous roles in global IT services companies are highly desirable.
● Demonstrated success in scaling a company, particularly from an early stage.
● Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts clearly and concisely.
● Background in both large law firms and scale-ups, particularly in a fast-paced startup environment.
● Ability to be hands-on and operate efficiently within a lean team structure.
● High ethical standards, low ego, and the ability to engender confidence, trust, respect, and credibility.

Join Turing and be a driving force in shaping our legal strategies, contributing to the organization's growth and success