General Counsel / In-House Attorney (Performance Marketing)

Impact Scale is seeking a strategic, business-minded General Counsel / In-House Attorney to oversee legal operations, risk management, corporate governance, and compliance across multiple entities. This role requires a strong understanding of corporate law, contracts, regulatory frameworks, and operational risk, while also serving as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on legal and strategic matters. The ideal candidate is experienced, pragmatic, solutions-oriented, and capable of balancing legal protection with business growth objectives in a fast-paced performance marketing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

· Provide legal counsel and strategic guidance to executive leadership across all business operations and initiatives.

· Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a wide range of agreements, including vendor contracts, partnership agreements, employment agreements, licensing agreements, marketing agreements, and client-facing contracts.

· Serve as primary in-house legal counsel for multiple affiliated entities and business lines.

· Oversee corporate governance matters, entity management, and organizational compliance requirements across multiple entities.

· Advise leadership on legal risk, regulatory compliance, employment matters, intellectual property, privacy, advertising compliance, and dispute resolution.

• Develop and maintain internal legal policies, compliance procedures, and operational safeguards.
• Support business development, acquisitions, partnerships, and strategic transactions by evaluating legal and operational risks.
• Manage outside counsel relationships, legal budgets, and litigation matters when necessary.

· Review and advise on marketing, lead generation, data usage, and advertising compliance matters within the organization’s industries.

· Provide guidance on employment matters, contractor relationships, compensation structures, and HR-related legal issues.

· Assist leadership in structuring scalable operational and contractual processes that support company growth.

· Maintain awareness of evolving legal and regulatory developments impacting the company’s industries and operations.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, operations, sales, compliance, and executive teams to proactively identify and mitigate legal risks.

Education, Experience, and Licensing Preferences:

· Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

· Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction required.

· Preferred 5+ years of progressive legal experience in performance marketing, corporate law, commercial transactions, regulatory compliance, or related practice areas.

· Prior in-house counsel experience preferred.

· Experience advising high-growth companies, marketing organizations, or multi-entity businesses preferred.

· Experience within relevant industries strongly preferred.

Preferred Qualifications/Skills:

· Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing.

· Strong background in corporate law, commercial transactions, contracts, compliance, and business operations.

· Prior in-house counsel experience strongly preferred.

· Industry knowledge is strongly preferred, particularly in performance marketing, lead generation, advertising, finance, insurance, or related regulated industries.

· Ability to provide practical, business-oriented legal advice rather than purely theoretical legal analysis.

· Excellent negotiation, drafting, and risk assessment skills.

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work closely with executive leadership and cross-functional teams.

· Experience managing multiple entities and complex organizational structures preferred.

· Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

· Strong judgment, discretion, and problem-solving capabilities.

· Cultural fit is extremely important — we are seeking someone collaborative, adaptable, and aligned with our fast-moving, solutions-oriented environment.

· We are open to interviewing both highly experienced candidates and individuals with somewhat less experience who demonstrate exceptional judgment, business acumen, and strong industry understanding. However, this is not an entry-level role, and candidates should have meaningful legal experience and the ability to operate autonomously.

Location & Benefits

This role is based in Downtown Vancouver, WA.

Impact Scale offers:

• Competitive salary

• Comprehensive health insurance

• Professional development opportunities

• Retirement savings options

• Paid time off

• Catered lunches

• Coffee bar