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Aquatech · 1 month ago

AIC - General Counsel

positionCanonsburg, PA
timeContract
remoteOnsite
seniorityDirector/Executive
date15+ years exp

Aquatech is a leading global provider of water and process technology solutions, committed to addressing water's role in climate adaptation. They are seeking a dynamic and experienced General Counsel to lead all legal, compliance, and risk management functions globally, serving as the chief legal advisor to the executive team and Board of Directors.

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Responsibilities

Serve as chief legal advisor to the CEO, executive team, and Board of Directors
Lead and manage all legal matters, including corporate governance, commercial contracts, M&A, IP, employment, litigation, and regulatory compliance
Develop and implement a holistic compliance program, covering FCPA, trade compliance, code of conduct, and employee training
Provide legal support for global operations, including cross-border transactions, joint ventures, and international regulatory matters
Oversee and protect the company’s intellectual property portfolio, including patents, trademarks, and trade secrets
Support M&A activity, including due diligence, structuring, negotiation, and integration
Prepare the company for potential public company readiness, including SEC compliance, governance, and disclosure practices
Minimize reliance on external counsel by building internal legal capabilities and managing legal spend efficiently
Lead talent development and transformation within the legal function to support a scaling organization
Collaborate with private equity sponsors and family office stakeholders on strategic legal matters

Qualification

J.D. from accredited law school15+ years legal experienceGeneral Counsel experienceIntellectual property expertisePrivate equity experienceGlobal legal experienceM&A support experienceHigh integrityJudgmentTalent development experienceCommunication skillsCollaborative leadership style

Required

J.D. from an accredited law school; licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
15+ years of legal experience, with at least 5 years as a General Counsel or Head of Legal in a growth-stage or mid-market company
Demonstrated ability to operate independently and manage a broad range of legal issues in-house
Experience in talent development and transformation within a legal department
Strong background in intellectual property, particularly in technology or industrial sectors
Global legal experience, including cross-border compliance and international operations
Proven ability to support M&A and capital markets activity, including IPO readiness

Preferred

Experience in a private equity-backed environment is strongly preferred
Familiarity with the water industry or adjacent sectors (e.g., infrastructure, energy, sustainability) is a plus
Experience working with or for a family office is a plus

Benefits

Paid time off
Company-paid holidays
401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility)

Company

Aquatech

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Aquatech is a global leader in water purification technology for industrial and infrastructure markets with a focus on desalination
dateFounded in 1981
location
Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, USA
people-size501-1000 employees
web-link
http://www.aquatech.com

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$4.7M
Key Investors
Cerberus Capital ManagementExport-Import Bank of the United States
2025-04-03Private Equity
2023-08-31Debt Financing· $4.7M

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