In-House Counsel
- $150,000 - $250,000
- Charlotte, NC
Unique opportunity to join an growing company as their first Legal Counsel. Military veterans encouraged to apply!
A bit about us:
U.S.–based global security and program management firm, deploying highly skilled teams for program management, humanitarian security, and executive protection in volatile environments worldwide.
Why join us?
- Competitive salary
- Paid time off and flexible hybrid work model
- Mission-focused environment with a small, high-performing team
- Opportunity to shape legal strategy in a growing, global company
Job Details
Responsibilities
Requirements
- Provide strategic legal advice across the business—contracts, compliance, employment, IP, corporate governance, and more.
- Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements to protect the company’s interests.
- Monitor legal and regulatory developments and ensure the company remains compliant.
- Develop and enforce internal legal policies and risk mitigation strategies.
- Support business units with practical, solutions-focused legal guidance.
- Oversee disputes, manage external counsel, and support litigation strategy when necessary.
- Play a key role in corporate transactions, including M&A, joint ventures, and restructuring.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Active member of the North Carolina State Bar.
- At least 5 years of relevant experience—ideally a mix of in-house and firm-side, with exposure to corporate, regulatory, and employment matters.
- Bonus: Prior military service or familiarity with the defense/security sector.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment 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.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.