Assistant General Counsel

WHO WE ARE

The company is a true pioneer in Expedition Travel. From taking the first citizen explorers to Antarctica in 1966, opening the Galapagos and Easter Island to tourism in 1967, leading the first tourist expedition through the Northwest Passage in 1984, and launching our innovative partnership with National Geographic in 2004, we're now taking almost 30,000 guests a year to some of the world’s most remote and pristine locations on our fleet of 20 ships, and are committed to ensuring our guests experience the “Exhilaration of Discovery”.

JOB SUMMARY

The Assistant General Counsel provides practical, business-oriented legal counsel across the company’ operations, with a primary focus on commercial contracting, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, employment-related matters, and strategic transactions. Working closely with the General Counsel and cross-functional business leaders, this attorney identifies and manages legal risk, supports sound commercial decisions, and helps advance the company’s business objectives while maintaining appropriate legal and compliance standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Commercial Contracts and Business Advisory

Draft, review, negotiate, and advise on a broad range of commercial agreements, including vendor and supplier agreements, consulting and independent contractor arrangements, nondisclosure agreements, licenses, leases, and other business contracts.

Partner with business stakeholders to identify legal and commercial risks, recommend practical solutions, and support contract execution and ongoing obligations.

Provide responsive legal guidance on day-to-day operational and commercial matters.

Regulatory Compliance and Employment Matters

Advise on applicable legal and regulatory requirements affecting the business and assist in maintaining and improving corporate policies, compliance processes, and internal controls.

Provide legal support on employment-related matters and agreements in coordination with Human Resources and external counsel when appropriate.

Conduct legal research, assess emerging issues, and translate legal requirements into clear, actionable guidance for business partners.

Strategic Transactions and Cross-Functional Support

Support mergers, acquisitions, investments, and other strategic initiatives through due diligence, document review, transaction coordination, and preparation of related legal materials.

Coordinate with outside counsel and internal stakeholders on assigned matters, helping manage workstreams, timelines, and legal deliverables.

Develop effective working relationships across Finance, Human Resources, Operations, Commercial, and other teams while handling sensitive matters with discretion and sound judgment.

Corporate Governance, Securities and Public-Company Matters

Support corporate governance processes, including preparation and review of board and committee materials, resolutions, minutes, and related corporate records, as assigned.

Assist with SEC disclosure and reporting obligations, including periodic and current reports, and coordinate with Finance and other stakeholders to support timely, accurate disclosures.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

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, with meaningful experience advising on commercial contracts and corporate matters.

Demonstrated ability to independently draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements and provide practical, risk-based advice to business stakeholders.

Working knowledge of a broad range of commercial legal issues, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and employment-related legal issues, with depth appropriate to the role’s assigned responsibilities.

Strong legal research, analytical, drafting, negotiation, and communication skills; ability to explain complex legal issues clearly to nonlegal stakeholders.

Ability to prioritize multiple matters, exercise sound judgment, protect confidential information, and collaborate effectively across functions.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience supporting mergers and acquisitions, strategic transactions, or related due diligence.

In-house experience working closely with senior business and functional leaders.

Experience coordinating outside counsel and supporting the development of practical compliance policies and processes.

OUR BENEFITS

• 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) to be used for out-of-pocket medical and dependent care
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefit
• 7-8 Paid Holidays
• 1 Floating Holiday Options
• Up to 15 days of vacation (pro-rated per anniversary year)
• Parental Leave
• Sick/personal days per city & state ordinance
• Pet Insurance discount

Hybrid Work Schedule

Positions based in our New York and Seattle offices follow a hybrid work schedule, requiring employees to work in the office Tuesday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely Monday and Friday. Candidates must reside within reasonable commuting distance of their designated office.

Communication Skills

Using the English language, this person must have the ability to read, write, and comprehend policies, legal guidelines, correspondence, and memos.   Must also possess the ability to effectively communicate--both in writing and orally--with a professional demeanor.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear.  The employee will also be required to write and type.  The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.

COMPENSATION STATEMENT

The company determines the pay for positions using local, national, and industry-specific survey data. We evaluate external equity and the cost of labor/prevailing wage index in the relative marketplace for jobs directly comparable to jobs within our company. Our posted salary range is based on national data and may be refined for a candidate's region/town/cost of living.

For new hires, we strive to make competitive offers allowing the new employee room for future growth. Salaries will be based on the applicant’s location, level of experience, education, and specialized knowledge and skills. An employee/candidate with a stronger skill set will receive higher pay.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT

At the company, we simply could not do our work without the diverse kaleidoscope of humanity that creates and delivers our remarkable offerings across the planet. As a Company that respects and celebrates the inherent diversity in the places we explore, we recognize the need to mirror that same diversity and all the interconnected perspectives within our organization. We are committed to building a community of different genders, races, ages, sexual orientations, chosen identities, and countries of origin where every person brings their whole self to work and whose skills, talents, and abilities are valued. We believe we can explore further and in a more meaningful way by actively creating a more diverse and inclusive organization where everyone feels they belong.

The company is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals seeking employment at the company are considered without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetics, marital status, pregnancy, unemployment status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or veteran status.

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