General Counsel

About Us

Blue Line Aviation is the most efficient flight training program in the country, designed to take individuals with little to no prior flying experience and transform them into confident, safe, and highly skilled professional pilots. As the fastest flight school in the nation, we are a veteran-owned and operated business built on the belief that the best way to enjoy the miracle of flight is by being a safe, confident pilot. We are dedicated to shaping the aviators of tomorrow with a deep commitment to proficiency, safety, and a profound appreciation for the wonder of flight. With locations in North Carolina and Florida, every element of our comprehensive programs, from our abundant resources and state-of-the-art fleet to our diligent maintenance standards, is crafted to ensure our future pilots soar into the skies with confidence and passion.

Job Summary

The General Counsel will be the chief legal officer for the company, responsible for overseeing all legal aspects of our business. This executive role requires a strategic thinker with strong business acumen who can provide expert legal counsel to senior leadership, manage risk, and ensure regulatory compliance. You will be a key partner in shaping our company's future, navigating complex legal landscapes, and fostering a culture of integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary legal advisor to the CEO, Board of Directors, and the senior executive team on all legal, regulatory, and compliance matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of complex commercial agreements, including client contracts, vendor agreements, partnership deals, and licensing agreements.
• Develop and lead the company's corporate legal strategy to promote and protect the company's interests.
• Oversee the management of the company's litigation, investigations, and dispute resolution efforts, including managing outside counsel effectively.
• Establish and maintain a robust corporate governance framework and ensure the company's compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Provide counsel on employment law matters, including policies, compensation, and employee relations issues.
• Manage the company’s intellectual property portfolio, including trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.
• Advise on strategic transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures, from due diligence through integration.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Must be an active member in good standing of the North Carolina State Bar and/or The Florida Bar.
• A minimum of 10-15 years of progressive legal experience, with a strong preference for a combination of experience at a reputable law firm and in-house as corporate counsel.
• Demonstrated experience providing counsel to executive teams on a wide range of legal and business issues.
• Extensive background in corporate and commercial law, contract negotiation, and corporate governance.
• Excellent business judgment and the ability to analyze legal issues in the context of business objectives.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships across the organization.
• Unquestionable integrity and a commitment to the highest ethical standards.