Assistant General Counsel

Crisis24 • Washington, DC

16h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Assistant General Counsel (“AGC”) will serve as a member of the Crisis24 legal team, providing strategic advice on litigation, regulatory, and compliance matters. The AGC will primarily oversee company litigation for employment matters, general liability, automotive liability, and other business litigation. The AGC will also be the primary lawyer on regulatory inquiries, safety programs, business licensing, and compliance, with a special focus on wage and hour programs in California, Oregon, and Washington. Travel is required, sometimes internationally. The AGC will also provide broader legal guidance to company leadership and employees on a wide range of matters as a key advisor within the legal function. This position will be in Washington, DC metropolitan area, with some time required in our Annapolis, MD office.

Requirements

• J.D. from a qualified U.S. law school.
• Bar membership in at least one U.S. state in good standing.
• Significant experience (typically 7+ years) at a law firm or corporation running and supervising litigation.
• Experience in regulatory and compliance matters relevant to commercial operations.
• Experience providing document retention advice, conducting or supporting due diligence, and handling compliance matters.
• Proven ability to exercise sound judgment, prioritize and manage competing demands, and operate with a high degree of independence in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of California employment law is preferred, including practical experience advising on employment-related issues (e.g., wage and hour, discrimination/harassment, leaves of absence, and terminations).

Responsibilities

• Providing tactical and strategic oversight of legal matters and managing relationships with outside counsel on cases and controversies filed against the company.
• Supporting employment-related matters (with an emphasis on California where applicable), including policy interpretation, dispute resolution, and compliance.
• Manage and improve company-wide compliance programs, including oversight of related processes and team members.
• Design, implement, and maintain policies, procedures, and controls to support regulatory and contractual compliance.
• Manage pre-litigation disputes, claims, and litigation matters.
• Advise company leaders on legal risk, regulatory requirements, and practical risk-mitigation strategies.
• Conduct or support investigations, audits, and responses to regulatory or administrative inquiries as needed.
• Streamline legal and compliance workflows and improve operational efficiency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree