Assistant Corporate Counsel

Job description

Role Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented, proactive, and business-minded Entry-Level Corporate Counsel to join our in-house legal team. This position is designed for a recently licensed attorney with approximately 1–2 years of legal experience who is interested in developing broad corporate and transactional proficiency in a fast-paced business environment. The Corporate Counsel will provide legal support to the company and its executive and business teams across corporate governance, commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, entity management, and general corporate matters. The successful candidate will be comfortable managing multiple priorities, working collaboratively with cross-functional teams, exercising sound judgment, and escalating complex legal issues appropriately. Note: Role is Remote in South Carolina Role Responsibilities Legal & Administrative Support Maintain organized legal files, databases, contract records, and corporate documentation. Utilize legal technology, contract lifecycle management systems, document management platforms, and Microsoft Office applications as appropriate. Stay current on applicable legal and/or regulatory developments relevant to the company's business and operations. Corporate & Transactional Legal Support Draft, review, revise, and negotiate a variety of commercial and corporate documents, including contracts, non-disclosure agreements, vendor agreements, corporate resolutions, and other legal documents. Support the legal team in reviewing and managing commercial agreements and related contract lifecycle activities. Assist with corporate governance matters, including preparation of board and committee materials, resolutions, meeting minutes, and other governance documentation. Maintain and update corporate records, including minute books, organizational charts, annual reports, entity records, and related documentation. Assist with entity formation, state business registrations, annual filings, and other corporate filings. Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda and other written analyses on corporate, contractual, regulatory, and business matters. Assist with due diligence, document reviews, and other legal projects as assigned. Corporate Compliance Monitor legal and regulatory deadlines and assist in ensuring timely completion of applicable federal, state, and international corporate and business requirements. Support the development and implementation of internal compliance processes and procedures. Identify potential legal and compliance issues and work with senior legal team members and relevant business stakeholders to address them. Maintain appropriate documentation and records relating to corporate compliance activities. Protect confidential, proprietary, and sensitive legal and business information. Business & Cross-Functional Support Serve as a legal resource and liaison to Finance, HR, Operations, Sales, Procurement, and other internal departments. Communicate with external counsel, regulatory agencies, vendors, and other third parties as appropriate. Partner with business stakeholders to understand objectives and provide practical, commercially focused legal guidance. Assist with coordinating legal matters, tracking deadlines, and managing multiple projects simultaneously. Support executive and legal leadership on special projects and other corporate initiatives. *May be required to perform additional duties as assigned Role Qualifications Required Qualifications Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school. Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction and membership in good standing with the applicable state bar. Approximately 1–2 years of relevant legal experience, including experience gained in a law firm, corporate legal department, or comparable legal environment, preferred but not required. Demonstrated interest or experience in corporate law, commercial contracts, corporate governance, or regulatory compliance. Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong attention to detail, organization, and time-management skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Sound judgment and the ability to recognize when an issue should be escalated to more senior legal counsel. Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive legal and business matters. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint along with AI tools to improve productivity, streamline workflows, and support research, and analysis. Ability and willingness to learn and effectively use contract lifecycle management, document management, and other legal technology platforms. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting business transactions, commercial agreements, entity management, or corporate governance matters. Experience working with state corporate filings and business registrations. Familiarity with contract lifecycle management software or other legal technology tools. Experience working directly with business stakeholders or cross-functional teams. Strong understanding of general corporate and contract law principles. Notary Public certification is a plus. Culture and Benefits at Carisk: 10 Paid Company Holidays Paid Time Off Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Company Sponsored Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance, Short/Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Account, and many other Ancillary Benefits 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match ClassPass Wellness Program Employee Discount Program Flexible and Hybrid Schedule Options* Internal Education Programs and Tuition Reimbursement Options Internal Advancement Opportunities Company-Wide Diversity and Holiday Celebrations Best Places to Work Award Recipient 5 years in a row! *Schedule options and work location vary between departments and management approval Carisk Partners 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. About Carisk Partners, Inc. Carisk Partners, a Best Places to Work award winning organization, is a specialty risk transfer, care-coordination company servicing insurers, government entities, self-insured plan sponsors and other managed care organizations. Through its Pathways 2 Recovery care model, Carisk Partners aims to improve outcomes and reduce overall cost of quality care by applying best practices in a patient – centered approach to manage complex challenges for the group health, casualty and auto markets.