LRQA

About the Company

By bringing together unrivalled expertise in certification, brand assurance, food safety, cybersecurity, inspection and training, we’ve become a leading global assurance provider.
We’re proud of our heritage, but it’s who we are today that really matters, because that’s what shapes how we partner with our clients tomorrow. By combining strong values, decades of experience in risk management and mitigation and a keen focus on the future, we’re here to support our clients as they build safer, more secure, more sustainable businesses.
From independent auditing, certification and training; to technical advisory services; to real-time assurance technology; to data-driven supply chain transformation, our innovative end-to-end solutions help our clients negotiate a rapidly changing risk landscape – making sure they’re shaping their own future, rather than letting it shape them.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

LRQA

Job Title

General Counsel - AMERICAS

Job Description

Job title: General Counsel – Americas Role Summary Senior legal executive responsible for the U.S., Canada, and Latin American jurisdictions. Provides strategic counsel on commercial contracts, litigation, compliance, acquisitions, and risk. Partners with business leaders, mentors junior staff, and supports cross‑functional initiatives across ESG, cybersecurity, and supply‑chain services. Expectations - Lead legal function across the Americas, reporting to Group General Counsel. - Drive legal strategy in a growth‑oriented, high‑volume, and acquisitive environment. - Deliver timely, business‑focused advice and influence senior stakeholders. Key Responsibilities - Draft, negotiate, and manage a broad portfolio of commercial agreements (SaaS/software, consultancy, supplier contracts). - Oversee all litigation matters; manage external counsel for complex cases. - Conduct investigations and support risk & compliance programs. - Provide legal input on acquisition due diligence, onboarding, and integration activities. - Participate in global insurance program coordination. - Mentor and develop junior legal professionals; provide training. Required Skills - Expert commercial contracting and supply‑side deal expertise. - Strong litigation management and external counsel oversight. - Due‑diligence and M&A integration proficiency. - High business‑partnering acumen and influence on senior leadership. - Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and emotional intelligence. - Proactive, hands‑on “sleeves‑up” approach. - Ability to operate across multiple sectors and jurisdictions. - Spanish language fluency desirable. Required Education & Certifications - Qualified solicitor in the United States. - Minimum 10 years post‑qualification experience (PQE), combining law‑firm and in‑house roles. ---

New york, United states

Hybrid

Senior

16-03-2026