General Counsel

Location: Englewood, CO

Paragon 28, Inc. is a leader in the development and distribution of medical solutions for the foot and ankle industry. We are experiencing tremendous growth and looking for enthusiastic people to join our team at our Corporate Office located at 14445 Grasslands Dr., just off E-470 and Peoria St. in Englewood, CO.

Established in 2010, we are dedicated to creating industry leading solutions and tools to improve the treatment of the most challenging foot and ankle conditions. Every member of our inspired and dedicated team serves a vital role in the achievement of our mission: to strategically build a company around the core principles that drive innovation and quality.

We offer 100% employer-paid medical, dental and vision benefits for employee only coverage and generously subsidized premiums for coverage with dependents in addition to company paid life and disability benefits. Voluntary life/disability/accident options as well as flexible spending account plans are also available. We have a safe harbor 401(k) Plan with 3% match and PTO Plan allowing accrual of 19 days over 12 months to maintain a fulfilling work/life balance. Our working environment is considered “Colorado Casual”. Onsite we have a fresh food kiosk, free parking and fitness center!

Paragon 28 is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment decisions are decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

Job Title

Vice President and General Counsel (331)

Reports To

CFO

Job Overview

A key member of the leadership team and reporting to the CFO, the General Counsel leads all legal functions for the company.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

Provides legal counsel and guidance on all legal matters, including among other things securities law, employment law, general government policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and laws specifically pertaining to medical device companies, contracts, tax matters, worker's compensation, liability and insurance matters.

Anticipates and identifies legal issues and advises on legal strategies and solutions.

Reviews, researches, interprets, and advises on a wide variety of legal issues.

Drafts, reviews, and approves policies and procedures, regulations, bylaws, and other corporate documents.

Reviews contracts, leases, and other legal documents and recommends revisions as necessary.

Designs, establishes, and maintains an organizational structure and staffing, including oversight over third party law firms, to effectively accomplish the organization's goals and objectives; oversees recruitment, training, supervision, and evaluation of staff.

Develops and manages annual budgets for the legal team and performs periodic cost and productivity analyses.

Selects, retains, and oversees outside counsel.

Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest developments in college and university law and in other related areas.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment in the office and a home-based office setting. May be required to spend time in distribution/warehouse environment for completion of duties. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and copy machines.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with individuals internal and external to the organization. The employee frequently is required to move about the facility. The employee may be required to lift up-to 15 lbs. by themselves.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position with typical business hours for a position of this level.

Travel

10% or less of overnight travel.

Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies: to protect the interests of all parties, Paragon 28, Inc. will not accept unsolicited resumes or referrals from any source other than directly from a candidate or an approved vendor that has a written and signed agreement in place through the Paragon 28, Inc. HR department. Please do not contact or forward resumes or referrals to our company employees. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered Paragon 28, Inc. property. Paragon 28, Inc. is not responsible for any charges or fees related to unsolicited resumes or referrals.

Qualifications

J.D. from an American Bar Association accredited law school.

10+ years of relevant experience, experience with medical devices and international operations preferred. Public company experience required.

Proven leadership and business acumen skills.

Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to work with all levels of the Company.

Versatile, flexible, resilient, and willing to work within a high growth environment with enthusiasm and confidence.

Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.

Commitment to excellence and high standards.

Demonstrated ability to manage and motivate team members.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.