Vice President, Legal & Compliance

GitLab is the intelligent orchestration platform for DevSecOps. GitLab enables organizations to increase developer productivity, improve operational efficiency, reduce security and compliance risk, and accelerate digital transformation. More than 50 million registered users and more than 50% of the Fortune 100* trust GitLab to ship better, more secure software faster. The same principles built into our products are reflected in how our team works: we embrace AI as a core productivity multiplier, with all team members expected to incorporate AI into their daily workflows to drive efficiency, innovation, and impact. GitLab is where careers accelerate, innovation flourishes, and every voice is valued. Our high-performance culture is driven by our values and continuous knowledge exchange, enabling our team members to reach their full potential while collaborating with industry leaders to solve complex problems. Co-create the future with us as we build technology that transforms how the world develops software. *Fortune 500® is a registered trademark of Fortune Media IP Limited, used under license. Claim based on GitLab data. Fortune 100 refers to the top 20% ranked companies in the 2025 Fortune 500 list, published in June 2025. Fortune and Fortune Media IP Limited are not affiliated with, and do not endorse products or services of GitLab. An overview of the role As Vice President, Legal Commercial, you'll own the vision, strategy, and execution of GitLab's global commercial legal function at the most senior level below the CLO. Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer, you'll be a key member of the Legal leadership team and a trusted executive partner to the CRO, CFO, and broader GTM organization. You'll set the tone for how commercial legal operates as a strategic business enabler, accountable for the people, programs, and infrastructure that allow GitLab to transact at scale, with speed and integrity, across every market we operate in. This role spans commercial contracting, strategic partnerships, AI governance, FedRAMP, and Public Sector contracting and procurement legal, leading a globally distributed team of 15–20 legal professionals, including managers organized by geography and subject matter expertise. This is a role for a seasoned legal leader who has already built something, who knows what great looks like at scale, and who is ready to shape the commercial legal function for a company operating at the intersection of DevSecOps, AI, and enterprise SaaS. What You’ll Do * Define and execute the long-term strategy for GitLab's global commercial legal function, aligning legal priorities with company-wide revenue growth, market expansion, and product evolution * Serve as the primary legal executive partner to the CRO, CFO, and GTM leadership, advising on commercial strategy, enterprise deal structures, pricing and packaging risk, and AI-related contracting at the highest levels of complexity and materiality * Build, lead, and develop a world-class team of commercial attorneys, contract managers, and legal ops professionals across multiple regions, fostering a high-performance, async-first culture with managers as direct reports organized by geography and subject matter expertise * Set enterprise-wide standards for commercial contracting, including risk tiering, escalation frameworks, template governance, and playbook strategy that scale consistently across regions and deal types * Benchmark AI-specific contractual terms across the enterprise SaaS market to ensure GitLab's standard positions reflect current market practice; lead GitLab's negotiating posture on AI deal issues, including data usage, model training, output ownership, liability allocation, and transparency obligations * Work in sync with the CLO Chief of Staff on the continuous improvement and optimization of GitLab's CLM system with full integration across the Quote-to-Cash process, and champion AI tools and legal operations capabilities to drive contracting efficiency, pipeline visibility, and data-driven decision-making * Lead GitLab's most significant strategic partnerships, including hyperscaler relationships, structuring and negotiating complex co-sell, reseller, and marketplace agreements in coordination with GitLab Ecosystems and Strategy Teams * Oversee AI governance contracting across customer, partner, and supplier agreements, and translate evolving global AI regulations, including the EU AI Act and emerging U.S. frameworks, into practical contracting positions and contribute to policy guidance in concert with the Sr. Dir Public Policy * Lead legal support for GitLab's facility clearance requirements and public sector commercial contracting, including federal and SLED agreements, FAR/DFARS compliance, and government contract vehicle requirements * Lead the procurement legal function covering global vendor contracting, inbound SaaS, professional services, and infrastructure agreements, partnering with Finance, Security, and Privacy on vendor risk frameworks * Serve as a senior voice on cross-functional initiatives involving Legal, Finance, Product, Revenue Operations, and Procurement, influencing decisions that shape how GitLab goes to market globally What You’ll Bring * 15+ years of combined law firm and in-house experience, with substantial tenure in a senior commercial legal leadership role at a global SaaS or enterprise technology company * J.D. or U.S. law degree equivalent with bar admission in good standing in at least one U.S. state * 5+ years leading and scaling teams of attorneys and contract managers, with a track record of developing legal talent and building high-functioning commercial legal organizations with managers as direct reports * Hands-on experience owning or leading a CLM implementation or expansion, with working knowledge of Quote-to-Cash process integration across Sales, Finance, and Revenue Operations * Demonstrated fluency in AI governance and product legal issues, including drafting or negotiating AI-specific contractual terms and advising on AI regulatory requirements; proven track record deploying AI-powered legal workflows at the team level, not just awareness of the tools * Deep expertise in enterprise SaaS contracting, strategic partnerships, data privacy, and complex partner, channel, and public sector agreements, including familiarity with FedRAMP, FAR/DFARS, or equivalent frameworks * Visionary but execution-oriented: someone who operates effectively at the strategy level without losing sight of the operational details that make a legal function run * A genuine champion for AI-enabled legal work, with hands-on experience driving adoption of tools and workflows that make teams faster and smarter * Exceptional executive presence and communication skills, with a proven ability to influence at the C-suite level and represent legal as a business growth partner * Demonstrated ability to lead geographically distributed teams in a fully remote, asynchronous environment About the Team The Commercial Legal team partners with the Sales organization and other cross-functional stakeholders across GitLab to support how we sell and deliver our products and services. You’ll join our globally distributed team that works asynchronously and closely with internal clients, customers, and outside counsel to review, draft, and negotiate complex commercial and technology agreements, improve templates and playbooks, and provide practical guidance that helps teams move quickly while managing risk. Our focus includes scaling consistent contracting processes across regions, keeping pace with evolving legal requirements, including data privacy and artificial intelligence-related terms, and strengthening enablement through clear documentation and training. HOW GITLAB SUPPORTS FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES * Benefits to support your health, finances, and well-being * Flexible Paid Time Off  * Team Member Resource Groups * Equity Compensation & Employee Stock Purchase Plan * Growth and Development Fund * Parental Leave  Please note that we welcome interest from candidates with varying levels of experience; many successful candidates do not meet every single requirement. Additionally, studies have shown that people from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to a job unless they meet every single qualification. If you're excited about this role, please apply and allow our recruiters to assess your application. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Country Hiring Guidelines: GitLab hires new team members in countries around the world. All of our roles are remote, however some roles may carry specific location-based eligibility requirements. Our Talent Acquisition team can help answer any questions about location after starting the recruiting process.   Privacy Policy: Please review our Recruitment Privacy Policy. Your privacy is important to us. GitLab is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. 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Honor Technology’s mission is to change the way society cares for older adults. As a leader in aging care innovation, Honor provides the technology, tools, and services that empower older adults to live life on their own terms. Honor’s growing portfolio includes its consumer care brand, Home Instead, Inc., the world’s leading provider of in-home care for older adults. With a global franchise network and more than 100,000 Care Pros, Home Instead delivers over 50 million hours of personalized care annually. Together, Honor and Home Instead are setting a new standard for aging in place, backed by powerful technology, compassionate care, and a commitment to aging on your own terms. Join us to create a new and better aging experience for our clients, their families, and our Care Professionals.    About the Role:  As Counsel, Litigation & Risk Management, you will help lead the company’s response to employment- related and operational disputes, and help proactively manage legal risk across a large, multi-state care network. You will partner closely with both HQ and Care operations teams to address pre-litigation disputes and litigation, provide practical advice on employment and compliance issues, and build scalable processes that reduce risk and support compliant growth. This role is critical to ensuring that Honor navigates an increasingly complex regulatory and litigation landscape while continuing to operate efficiently and compassionately at scale. You will have the opportunity to directly influence business practices, shape risk mitigation strategies, and work at the intersection of legal, operations, and technology. This is a remote role. Occasional time-sensitive matters may require responsiveness outside of standard business hours or travel. About the Team: The Care Platform Legal team provides practical legal support to Honor’s operations, People team, and leadership across a multi-state workforce. In this role, you will work closely with the Vice President, Deputy General Counsel (Care, Litigation & Employment) and a Risk Management & Litigation Specialist. You will also be part of the broader Legal, Standards, and Advocacy team, working collaboratively to support and advise on matters across the company. As Counsel  at Honor, you will:   * Manage and drive strategy for employment-related disputes (including wage & hour, discrimination, and retaliation matters) and improving outcomes through effective case assessment and resolution strategy, and identifying trends and root causes to inform proactive risk mitigation and operational improvements * Provide advice on non-employment claims, including service-related incidents, professional liability matters, and other operational risks * Draft and respond to attorney demand letters and other pre-litigation correspondence, partnering with internal stakeholders to develop strategy and position the company effectively * Partner cross-functionally with People, Operations, and leadership teams to provide practical, risk-balanced legal advice that enables compliant decision-making across the Care network * Identify systemic legal risks and develop scalable solutions, using data, technology, and trend analysis to reduce exposure and improve legal and  operational practices at scale * Help manage outside counsel and litigation spend, ensuring high-quality representation while driving efficiency and accountability * Represent the company in administrative proceedings including EEOC, CRD/DFEH, and similar agencies, as necessary, delivering strong, consistent advocacy aligned with company strategy * Help the CPL team build and enhance legal processes, playbooks, and training materials, leveraging technology to increase consistency, speed, and clarity in how legal guidance is delivered across the organization * Support internal investigations and sensitive employee matters, providing sound judgment and clear guidance in high-stakes or ambiguous situations Leadership Principles You’ll Be Assessed On: * Fly high and dive deep - Ability to operate strategically while also digging into details, connecting day-to-day legal work to broader business goals * Balance Incremental and Radical Change - Uses sound judgment to make practical improvements today while identifying opportunities for more transformative, long-term solutions in the future * Identify Problems - Proactively spots issues, determines root causes where possible, and drives toward clear, effective solutions * Think Systemically - Considers the broader impact of decisions across teams and processes, ensuring solutions work at scale and support the business holistically We’re looking for you to bring:  * J.D. and active bar membership, with 4–6 years of relevant legal experience * Strong employment law and litigation experience, including handling disputes and administrative claims (e.g., EEOC or state agencies) * Deep knowledge of California wage & hour law and familiarity with multi-state employment compliance * Experience drafting employment documents, or contributing to motions, pleadings, and litigation strategy * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical business guidance * Intellectual curiosity; digs into issues, asks thoughtful questions, and challenges assumptions rather than taking things at face value * Practical, solutions-oriented mindset; partners with the business in a helpful, pragmatic way rather than taking a purely risk-averse approach Preferred: * In-house experience or advising high-growth, multi-state employers * Experience with related areas such as workers’ compensation, insurance claims, professional liability, or commercial disputes * Familiarity with healthcare, non-medical home care, or franchise models * Interest in technology, data, and AI-driven legal solutions The annual base  salary range for this role is $171,900 - $191,000. Individual compensation will be commensurate with the candidate's experience and qualifications.  Base pay is just one part of our total rewards program.  Honor offers equity and 401K with up to a 4% match.  We provide medical, dental and vision coverage including a zero cost plan for employees.  Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability and Life Insurance are fully employer paid with a voluntary additional Life Insurance option.  We offer a generous time off program, Employee Assistance Program. Honor is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation or belief.  At Honor, we put people first. Our leadership culture is guided by Leadership Principles that prioritize integrity, compassion, and excellence. We offer a unique opportunity to lead with purpose and make a meaningful impact no matter your role. Honor is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation or belief.