Dylan Merrill Email & Phone Number

Dylan Merrill is a Chief Legal Officer at Helpware.

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  Chief Legal Officer

  Helpware

  Apr 2023 - Present

  * Oversee the legal function for a private corporation with 1,500+ employees and operations in nine countries.* Serve as the key legal liaison for C-Suite and Board of Directors.* Supervise and collaborate closely with functional lead attorneys to provide legal opinions and strategies on complex issues such as contracts, acquisitions, and employment matters.* Lead the management of legal disputes and litigation matters, including overseeing external counsel, developing litigation strategies, and ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and risk tolerance.* Develop and implement legal policies, procedures, and training programs to promote a culture of compliance and mitigate legal risks across all levels of the organization.* Provide guidance and support to the human resources department on employee relations matters, including disciplinary actions, investigations, and compliance with employment laws and regulations.* Foster strong cross-functional relationships within internal stakeholders, ensuring seamless collaboration to achieve business goals.* Demonstrate proactive risk management by identifying potential legal issues in advance, enabling the implementation of preemptive solutions and best practices.* Oversee the efficient and thorough drafting, negotiation, and finalization of diverse commercial contracts including vendor and customer contracts, leases, employment contracts, licensing agreements, white label contracts, marketing partnerships, and procurement agreements.* Monitor legislative and legal developments, advising executive leadership, legal department, and business units to ensure proactive compliance in an evolving legal landscape.* Collaborate with compliance leads to ensure comprehensive adherence to regulatory requirements, promoting compliance with anti-corruption laws, competition law, and personal data protection across global locations.