Provides business-oriented legal counsel on commercial contracts, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, employment matters, strategic transactions, and SEC reporting. Drafts and negotiates agreements, advises stakeholders on legal risk, supports mergers and acquisitions, coordinates outside counsel, conducts legal research, and prepares governance materials. The role requires collaboration across Finance, HR, Operations, and Commercial teams, with hybrid work based in New York or Seattle.
WHO WE ARE
Lindblad Expeditions 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 Lindblad Expeditions’ 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
Lindblad Expeditions 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 Lindblad Expeditions, 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.
Lindblad Expeditions is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals seeking employment at Lindblad Expeditions 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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Lindblad Expeditions New York, New York, USA Office
96 Morton Street, 9th floor, New York, NY, United States, 10014
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