The Role
Senior in-house legal leader reporting to the CEO, responsible for strategic legal guidance, managing corporate compliance, contracts, securities and governance, partnering with outside counsel, and building a business-aligned legal function supporting a growing public medtech company.
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Why work for CVRx?
CVRx pioneers unique therapies that harness and harmonize the body’s natural systems, benefiting society and making CVRx a universal role model in healthcare. We value our commitments to others and continue to overcome challenges through determination, collaboration and purpose. If our culture and values speak to you, and if you have a passion for cutting-edge medical technologies, join our team and our mission to help others live better lives.
We ask that you reside in the Minneapolis / St. Paul metro area to be considered for this hybrid opportunity.
The Role
The Vice President, Legal is a direct report of the CEO and member of the Executive Leadership Team responsible for providing strategic, business‑forward legal guidance in a fast‑growing, publicly traded medical device company. This role leads day‑to‑day legal operations, oversees corporate compliance, manages contract strategy and execution, and partners closely with outside counsel on complex matters including securities, governance, and corporate transactions.
This is a high‑impact, hands‑on leadership role for an attorney who thrives in dynamic environments and is energized by building and improving legal infrastructure. The VP, Legal will serve as the company’s most senior in‑house legal authority, empowered to make decisions, drive outcomes, and shape a modern, business‑aligned legal function during a pivotal stage of growth.
The VP, Legal will also lead and develop the Corporate Healthcare Attorney, ensuring the legal team operates with speed, clarity, and confidence.
Who you are
You are a confident, business‑minded attorney who brings strong judgment, a practical mindset, and the ability to simplify complexity for business partners. As our ideal candidate, you thrive in high‑growth, fast‑moving environments and is energized by building, improving, and modernizing legal processes. You operate with ownership, urgency, and clarity, balancing strategic thinking with hands‑on execution.
A natural collaborator who builds trust quickly, you communicate with precision, and lead with humility and confidence. You know how to fully leverage legal talent around them, including outside counsel and internal team members, and take pride in developing others. You are comfortable making decisions, providing clear guidance, and enabling the business to move forward with speed and alignment.
Above all, you bring integrity, sound judgment, and a steady presence to a company that is scaling rapidly and entering its next phase of growth.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Legal Leadership
- Serve as the primary legal advisor to the CEO, executive team, and business leaders across the organization.
- Provide clear, practical, and timely legal guidance that supports business objectives while effectively managing risk.
- Partner with outside counsel on securities, governance, and complex corporate matters, ensuring high‑quality and cost‑effective legal support.
- Lead and coach the Corporate Healthcare Attorney
Contracts & Commercial Support
- Oversee the company’s contract function, ensuring agreements are negotiated, drafted, and executed efficiently and in alignment with business needs.
- Build scalable processes, templates, and workflows to improve contract turnaround time and reduce friction for internal stakeholders.
- Ensure the Corporate Healthcare Attorney is utilized in contract review, negotiation, and compliance matters.
Compliance, Privacy & Risk Management
- Lead the company’s compliance program, including the Compliance Committee, ensuring policies and practices evolve with the business and regulatory landscape.
- Monitor regulatory developments related to privacy (including HIPAA and GDPR), medical devices, healthcare, and public company requirements; advise leadership on implications and required actions.
- Provide compliance‑related guidance and training to internal teams including Sales, Operations, Clinical, HR, Finance, and Marketing.
Corporate Governance & Public Company Support
- Partner with outside counsel on SEC filings, corporate governance, and board‑related matters.
- Support the preparation and review of public disclosures, including earnings materials, press releases, and investor communications.
- Maintain corporate records and entity governance in collaboration with external counsel.
Cross Functional Partnership
- Build strong, trust‑based relationships across the organization to ensure legal is viewed as a strategic, solutions‑oriented partner.
- Provide practical, business‑aligned guidance that enables speed and clarity in decision‑making.
- Collaborate with HR, Finance, Clinical, and Operations to support organizational effectiveness and risk mitigation.
REQUIRED EDUCATIONAL, TRAINING AND JOB-RELATED EXPERIENCE
- 12+ years of legal experience, including significant in‑house or law firm experience supporting public companies
- Strong background in healthcare regulatory matters, commercial contracting, compliance, and general corporate work
- Experience in medical device, healthcare, pharmaceutical, or clinical research industries.
- Familiarity with SEC reporting, corporate governance, and public company compliance.
- Experience supporting commercial teams and healthcare regulatory matters.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and leverage legal talent
- Experience partnering with and managing outside counsel
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate legal concepts into practical business guidance
- Proven ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment
- Active member of the Minnesota bar or eligible for in‑house counsel status in Minnesota
- Unquestionable integrity, sound judgment, and a collaborative leadership style
- Demonstrated organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
- A hands‑on, practical approach with the ability to balance strategic and tactical work
PREFERRED EDUCATIONAL, TRAINING AND JOB-RELATED EXPERIENCE
- Startup or growth-stage company experience is highly desirable
WORKING CONDITIONS AND REQUIRED PHYSICAL EFFORT
- This position will require interfacing with multiple internal departments and client contacts
- This position will require a combination of sitting and/or standing 8 or more hours per day
- Must be able to lift up to 10 lbs.
- May travel up to 10% (nominal)
WHAT WE OFFER
CVRx is proud to offer competitive salaries and benefits plans. We offer a culture of teamwork, collaboration, and positivity, where challenging the status quo is welcomed, continuous learning is valued, and each of us has an opportunity to make a significant impact in an exciting, purpose-driven startup environment while also having fun.
Salary range for U.S locations (USD): 320,000 - 350,000 per year
In addition to Base Salary, this position is eligible for our Corporate Bonus Plan (CBP) which provides the opportunity to earn additional compensation for the company’s meeting established annual objectives and prorated based on earned annual base salary.
The base salary range is applicable across the U.S., complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and specific location.
We also offer a competitive benefits package, details listed below:
· Competitive Health & Dental Insurance options with generous Company contributions
· Company contributions to an HSA with a high-deductible insurance plan selection
· 401(k) with a company match
· Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) & stock option grants
· 12 company-paid holidays per year in addition to a generous Flex PTO plan
· Generous paid time off for new parents
· Company-paid life insurance & disability options
· Unlimited growth opportunities in a growing company
· Endless training & learning opportunities
· Flexible Schedule
EEO STATEMENT
CVRx, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
If you're an independent, self-motivated individual with excellent interpersonal skills, a desire to do great things and have a background in medical devices, healthcare or a related field, we want to hear from you!
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This requisition will be open until filled.
Skills Required
- Reside in the Minneapolis / St. Paul metro area
- 12+ years of legal experience, including significant in‑house or law firm experience supporting public companies
- Strong background in healthcare regulatory matters, commercial contracting, compliance, and general corporate work
- Experience in medical device, healthcare, pharmaceutical, or clinical research industries
- Familiarity with SEC reporting, corporate governance, and public company compliance
- Experience supporting commercial teams and healthcare regulatory matters
- Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and leverage legal talent
- Experience partnering with and managing outside counsel
- Excellent communication skills with ability to translate legal concepts into practical business guidance
- Proven ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment
- Active member of the Minnesota bar or eligible for in‑house counsel status in Minnesota
- Unquestionable integrity, sound judgment, and a collaborative leadership style
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
- Hands‑on, practical approach with ability to balance strategic and tactical work
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The Company
What We Do
CVRx is a commercial stage, public (NASDAQ: CVRX) medical devices company located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The company has developed proprietary implantable technology for the treatment of high blood pressure and heart failure. Barostim™ triggers carotid baroreceptors - the body’s own natural blood flow regulation system - which signals the brain to regulate cardiovascular function. Patient Stories on CVRx: The accounts and quotes of patients are genuine and documented. These stories represent a unique individual experience and does not provide any indication, guide, warranty or guarantee as to the response other people may have to CVRx technologies. Barostim is a prescriptive device. For a list of all potential benefits and risks go to www.cvrx.com/benefit-risk-analysis/
