Director, Legal

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R-26-2348
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* Job Description:

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** LATICRETE International,
** we aim to be the leading construction brand trusted globally for high-performance tile and stone installation systems and building finishing solutions. We’ve been in business for over 65 years, family-owned for three generations, and can be found in over 100 countries.
* The Hartford Business Journal even named us one of Connecticut’s top family-owned companies in 2017!
* We don't just make innovative, industry-leading products. Our purpose is to improve the built world and the lives of those who build it. We strive to connect with, engage with and improve the lives of our employees, our customers, our partners, and the global communities in which we operate.
** Just some of our benefits:
*** Medical* Dental
* Vision* 401k
* Tuition reimbursement
* 13 paid holidays in addition to paid vacation and sick time
* Flexible spending
* Life Insurance, AD&D and Supplemental Insurance
** POSITION SUMMARY
** The Director, Legal will serve as the sole in-house legal advisor for Laticrete International and its affiliates, reporting directly to the CFO This position will oversee the company’s legal affairs, manage external counsel, and provide strategic legal guidance on corporate, regulatory, and operational matters. Additionally, this position will work closely with senior leadership to support the company's growth while managing risk and ensuring legal compliance.

The Director, Legal will demonstrate leadership and entrepreneurial spirit and should fit with the culture of a family-owned business with very professional governance and should contribute effectively to the continued fast globalization of the company. This position must interact and collaborate with US and International teams, recognizing the specificities of the culture and legal systems of the many countries where LATICRETE is operating.

The Director, Legal must demonstrate strong leadership, sound judgment, and a pragmatic, entrepreneurial mindset aligned with a family-owned organization with highly professional governance.

This role requires close collaboration with U.S. and international teams, sensitivity to diverse legal systems and cultures, and the ability to balance risk management with business agility. The ideal candidate will apply common sense, commercial acumen, and disciplined governance to continuously strengthen the company’s legal framework while avoiding unnecessary bureaucracy.

This position is a remote role that will be required to travel globally as needed.### ### ###

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned, as necessary.
** Corporate & Business Law:
*** Oversee corporate governance, including board meetings, shareholder communications.
* Manage legal matters associated with mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, partnerships, and other strategic business transactions.
* Advise on corporate structure and reorganizations as needed.
** Regulatory Compliance &

Risk Management:

*** In collaboration with the Enterprise risk and Audit director, ensure the company’s adherence to relevant local, state, and federal laws, as well as industry regulations.
* Monitor changes in laws and regulations that could impact the company and ensure compliance across all business units.
* Identify and mitigate potential legal risks affecting the business.
** Litigation, Dispute Resolution & Insurance
*** Manage all litigation, claims, investigations, and dispute resolution matters worldwide.
* Select, retain, and manage external counsel, controlling legal spend and ensuring high-quality, cost-effective representation.
* Develop litigation strategy, settlement approaches, and risk assessments in coordination with senior leadership.
* Oversee insurance programs, claims management, and coverage matters in partnership with Finance and Risk.
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