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Interim General Counsel (SaaS/Fintech)

Nashville, TN · On-site

$200 - $300/hr

  • Life

  • Retirement

Latitude is seeking an experienced Interim General Counsel to provide parental leave coverage for a fast-growing B2B SaaS company. The ideal candidate is a business-minded, hands-on legal generalist ...

General Counsel

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$196 - $264/hr

Ascenda is seeking an experienced, business-minded lawyer to serve as Interim General Counsel during a parental leave period. This individual will provide strategic legal leadership and hands-on ...

Senior Legal Counsel (Interim)

Herndon, VA · On-site +1

$143K - $194K/yr

The Senior Legal Counsel (Interim) will support the General Counsel and the rest of the Legal & Compliance Department in overseeing the legal & compliance aspects of the company's business, advancing ...

Bench General Manager

Westport, MA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Bench General Manager provides Management assistance and Interim General Manager oversight to ... counseling, team building and evaluating performance, etc. • Daily/weekly monitoring of all hotel ...

JOB SUMMARY Coordinates the review of General Counsel legal issues for HCC. Responsible for the ... Ed., SHRM-SCP, Interim Director of EEO and Compliance & Title IX Coordinator * Office of Equal ...

Counselor IB - Manzanita Monterey

Monterey, CA · On-site

$23.61 - $31.67/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Our mission at Interim is to provide services and affordable housing to supporting members of our ... Remain aware of general mood/tone of house and act in manner responsive to situation. * Identify ...

Counselor IB - Manzanita Monterey

Monterey, CA · On-site

$23.61 - $31.67/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Our mission at Interim is to provide services and affordable housing to supporting members of our ... Remain aware of general mood/tone of house and act in manner responsive to situation. * Identify ...

Legal Secretary

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$37K - $51K/yr

... General Counsel, Associate General Counsel, and the TAA Clerk. Communicate with clarity and ... Serve as interim TAA Clerk, assist in the planning and distributing of TAA Board materials in the ...

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How much do interim general counsel jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for interim general counsel in the United States is $151,643.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $108,500.00 and $190,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an interim general counsel?

An Interim General Counsel is a legal professional who temporarily fills the role of a company's chief legal officer during periods of transition, such as when a permanent General Counsel is being recruited or is on leave. They oversee all legal matters, manage compliance, handle risk management, and provide strategic legal advice to the executive team. Interim General Counsels are often brought in for their expertise and ability to quickly adapt to new environments, ensuring that the company's legal function continues to operate smoothly. Their responsibilities can include overseeing corporate governance, managing litigation, negotiating contracts, and advising on regulatory matters until a permanent hire is made.

What is the difference between Interim General Counsel vs Corporate Counsel?

AspectInterim General CounselCorporate Counsel
CredentialsLegal degree, bar admission, extensive legal experienceLegal degree, bar admission, specialized legal expertise
Work EnvironmentTemporary, high-level legal leadership, often in multiple industriesFull-time, in-house legal team within a company
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by companies needing interim leadership during transitionsUsed by companies with ongoing legal needs

The main difference is that an Interim General Counsel provides temporary, high-level legal leadership during transitional periods, while a Corporate Counsel is a permanent, in-house legal advisor handling ongoing legal matters. Both roles require similar credentials but differ in duration and scope of responsibility.

How does an interim general counsel typically integrate into an established legal team and ensure continuity during a transition period?

An Interim General Counsel usually steps into organizations during times of transition, such as leadership changes or while a permanent hire is being sought. To ensure continuity, they quickly assess ongoing legal matters, establish communication with key stakeholders, and review the company's current legal strategies. Integration often involves building trust with existing legal staff, clarifying roles, and prioritizing urgent issues. Effective Interim General Counsels maintain open lines of communication and provide steady guidance to keep legal operations running smoothly until a long-term leader is in place.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an interim general counsel, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Interim General Counsel, you need a law degree (JD), bar admission, and extensive experience in corporate legal matters and risk management. Familiarity with contract management systems, legal research databases, and regulatory compliance tools is typically required. Exceptional judgment, leadership, and strong interpersonal communication skills help drive effective decision-making and build trust across the organization. These skills enable Interim General Counsels to provide timely, strategic legal guidance and maintain organizational stability during transitional periods.
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Infographic showing various Interim General Counsel job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $151,643 per year, or $72.9 per hour.

Interim General Counsel (SaaS/Fintech)

Latitude

Nashville, TN • On-site

$200 - $300/hr

Other

Life, Retirement

Posted 26 days ago


Job description

Latitude is seeking an experienced Interim General Counsel to provide parental leave coverage for a fast-growing B2B SaaS company. The ideal candidate is a business-minded, hands-on legal generalist with significant in-house experience advising technology, SaaS, and/or fintech companies.This attorney will serve as a key legal advisor to senior leadership and provide strategic and day-to-day legal support across commercial transactions, regulatory and compliance matters, data privacy, employment, corporate governance, and legal operations. The ideal candidate will be comfortable operating independently in a lean, fast-paced environment and providing practical, solutions-oriented advice that balances legal risk with business objectives.Key ResponsibilitiesServe as a primary legal advisor to senior leadership on strategic initiatives and day-to-day legal matters.Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of complex commercial agreements, including MSAs, strategic partnership agreements, DPAs, IDTAs, and data-sharing agreements.Advise on global strategic partnerships and other complex revenue-generating commercial arrangements.Review and maintain customer-facing product terms, participation agreements, and service-specific terms.Advise on regulatory and compliance matters affecting SaaS, fintech, payments, data-driven platforms, and loyalty programs.Provide guidance on domestic and international data privacy and cross-border data transfer matters, including GDPR, CCPA, and PDPA compliance.Advise on AI and data governance matters, including responsible AI policies and contractual restrictions relating to AI/ML model training and the use of company or customer data.Support global employment matters, including employment agreements, workplace policies, and workforce actions.Assist with corporate governance, board matters, shareholder agreements, resolutions, entity management, international expansion, and cross-border matters.Assess and manage litigation and pre-litigation matters and oversee outside counsel as needed.Ensure continuity of ongoing legal matters and identify and prioritize key legal risks and time-sensitive issues during the engagement.Maintain and improve legal processes, templates, intake workflows, and playbooks and leverage legal technology tools where appropriate.QualificationsJD or equivalent law degree and active admission to the bar in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.10+ years of relevant legal experience, including prior experience as a General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel, or senior in-house legal leader.Significant experience supporting B2B SaaS, fintech, financial services, and/or technology-driven businesses.Strong commercial contracting experience, including complex transactions and global strategic partnerships.Experience advising on international data protection and cross-border data transfer matters and negotiating DPAs, IDTAs, and data-sharing agreements.Working knowledge of privacy frameworks, including GDPR, CCPA, and PDPA.Ability to independently manage a broad range of legal matters in a lean, fast-paced environment.Strong executive presence and experience advising senior business leaders.Ability to effectively support stakeholders across multiple time zones, including the U.S., APAC, and Europe.Preferred QualificationsExperience with loyalty, rewards, or points-based businesses.Familiarity with APAC regulatory environments, particularly Singapore and Australia.Experience with financial services and information security standards, including APRA CPS 230/234 and PCI DSS.Experience advising on AI and data governance matters.CIPP/US, CIPP/E, or similar privacy certification.Position DetailsType of role: Engagement roleSchedule: Full-Time (40 hours per week) with ability to flex up as needed. Duration is last week of September 2026-March 2027Location: New York-area candidates with the ability to work onsite from time to time as needed are preferred.Compensation:Pay: The annualized pay for this position ranges from $200,000 to $300,000 when calculated on a full-time basis. Pay for contract engagements is based on multiple factors including but not limited to work experience, qualifications, credentials, location, market supply/demand, and the candidate’s preference (each candidate’s pay rate affects the client bill rate which can affect the candidate’s competitiveness for the position).Benefits: In addition to pay, all Latitude contract professionals receive complimentary professional liability insurance coverage. Latitude contract professionals are usually W2 employees of Latitude and are eligible for full benefits when working in roles for 20 hours per week. Benefits-eligible Latitude contract professionals receive complimentary Group Life, LTD and AD&D. A qualified 401k plan is also available. Benefits-eligible Latitude Attorneys also receive a CLE and Professional Expense stipend.ConfidentialityLatitude will not disclose your identity or propose you to prospective clients without your prior consent. Candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.Only qualified applicants should apply.About LatitudeLatitude is a full-service national legal services company that specializes in providing high-end, flexible contract engagements and permanent positions to outstanding attorneys, paralegals, compliance officers and legal operations professionals. We work closely with our candidates to understand their career goals and match them with the substantive engagements they want with our clients, who range from Fortune 500 corporations to small companies and Global 50 law firms to boutiques. With offices coast-to-coast, we employ legal professionals across the country. Latitude’s client service leaders and recruiters are all former practicing attorneys and understand the demands faced by those we serve.Latitude EngagementsGreat attorneys and other legal professionals who are seeking contract engagements or consulting roles choose to work with Latitude because of our competitive compensation and benefits, sophisticated and engaging work, a chance to work with great clients and peers, and a refreshing blend of freedom with self-designed boundaries. Our own experience as practicing attorneys and our client relationships enable us to effectively tailor our candidate proposals to the specific practice strengths and interpersonal attributes that matter most to our clients and to match our candidates with the opportunities that will be most fulfilling to them.Latitude engaged professionals have the level of skill, experience, and judgment as would be expected of a permanent member of our client’s corporate legal department or law firm and the versatility to step into challenging environments and hit the ground running.If you have the right skills, personality and experience, Latitude helps you do what you are good at in a more rewarding way. Latitude engaged professionals serve on a full- or part-time engagement basis, and work remotely or on-site at the client office.While we are able to work only with a select few of the most outstanding candidates, our customized approach results in a high success rate for those candidates we recommend.For more information about Latitude, please visit us at https://latitudelegal.com.Latitude is an Equal Opportunity EmployerLATWA #J-18808-Ljbffr