Associate Director of Legal Compliance

Grayson HR • Durham, NC

1d • Remote

About The Position

The Associate Director of Legal & Compliance supports legal and compliance initiatives across three entities. This role serves as an internal legal resource, helping the organization navigate regulatory requirements, assess risk, and support business operations.
This is a highly strategic role requiring a business-minded attorney who can operate beyond traditional client-facing legal work and contribute to broader organizational decision-making.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school. Active license to practice law in any U.S. state
• 3–7 years of legal experience, preferably with exposure to: SSD Law, Business law, Compliance and regulatory matters, Employment law
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and client service skills
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and manage a high volume of cases
• Compassionate and dedicated to helping others
• Proficiency with video conferencing technology and other relevant software

Nice To Haves

• Experience in SSD law, advertising law, or consumer protection
• Experience working in startup, BPO, LPO, or multi-entity environments
• Strong business acumen and ability to advise beyond legal theory

Responsibilities

• Oversee legal compliance across all business entities
• Ensure adherence to advertising regulations, employment laws, and applicable state/federal requirements
• Support compliance related to international teams and operations
• Support legal and compliance efforts across all business entities
• Assist in ensuring adherence to advertising, employment, and regulatory requirements
• Partner with leadership to evaluate risk vs. business opportunity
• Provide guidance on contracts, policies, and operational decisions
• Support internal legal inquiries and reduce reliance on external counsel
• Assist with contract review, drafting, and negotiation
• Collaborate with HR, Marketing, and Operations on compliance initiatives
• Help develop and maintain internal policies and compliance frameworks
• Stay current on regulatory changes and support implementation

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Fully paid employee health coverage
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Paid holidays, paid vacation, and 401k matching after 90 days of employment
• Company-provided phone and laptop
• A healthy work-life balance
• A supportive learning environment

What This Job Offers

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