Junior Compliance Attorney (In-House, Remote Contract Engagement)
Latitude Legal · United States
- Hybrid
- Contract
- $125,000 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Support legal and compliance for a sports organization.
- Review contracts for legal and compliance risks.
- Assess regulatory compliance and business processes.
- Provide business-oriented recommendations for issues.
- This is a remote, full-time contract role.
About the role
Junior Compliance Attorney - Remote Contract Engagement
Latitude is seeking a junior-level Compliance Attorney for a remote contract engagement with a multinational sports organization. The candidate will support the legal and compliance team on contract review, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance matters. This contract engagement is ideal for an attorney with strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to identify legal and compliance risks within commercial agreements and business processes. Prior experience handling compliance matters in house or with a mid- to large-size law firm is highly preferred.
Requirements:
- 2+ years of legal compliance, commercial contracts, risk management, or corporate legal support
- Experience reviewing contracts and related documents to identify legal, regulatory, and operational risks
- Ability to flag potential compliance concerns, inconsistencies, and high-risk provisions within agreements and business arrangements
- Ability to escalate potential legal or regulatory issues appropriately and provide practical, business-oriented recommendations
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and prioritize effectively
- Licensed in the state of residence
- Outstanding references
Position Details:
- Type of Role: Contract Engagement
- Schedule: Full Time
- Duration: 3-6 months
- Location: Remote
Compensation:
The annualized pay for this contract position ranges from $100,000 to $125,000 when calculated on a full-time basis. Pay for contract roles is based on multiple factors including but not limited to work experience, qualifications, credentials, location, market supply/demand, and the candidate’s preference.
Latitude contract professionals are usually W2 employees of Latitude and are eligible for full benefits when working in roles for 20 hours per week. Benefits include Group Life, LTD, AD&D, a qualified 401k plan, and a CLE and Professional Expense stipend.
About Latitude:
Latitude is a full-service flexible legal talent company serving corporate legal departments and law firms nationwide. Founded in 2013, Latitude is a Chambers and Partners globally-ranked flexible legal staffing company.
Key skills/competency:
- Legal Compliance
- Contract Review
- Risk Assessment
- Regulatory Compliance
- Commercial Agreements
- Legal Risk Management
- Corporate Legal Support
- Attention to Detail
- Business Acumen
- Remote Work
Skills & topics
- Junior Compliance Attorney
- Legal Compliance
- Contract Review
- Risk Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Commercial Contracts
- In-House Counsel
- Remote Legal
- Legal Operations
- Attorney
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight 2+ years in legal compliance, contract review, and risk management, emphasizing your ability to identify and flag legal/operational risks.
- Showcase attention to detail: Emphasize your ability to work independently, manage multiple assignments, and provide practical, business-oriented recommendations.
- Demonstrate remote readiness: Clearly state your licensure in your state of residence and your comfort working independently in a fast-paced, remote environment.
- Research Latitude: Understand their role as a flexible legal talent company and how they serve top-tier clients.
- Apply strategically: Apply to specific roles you qualify for and consider including brief explanations if you don't meet every qualification.
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Frequently asked questions
- How can I find other Junior Compliance Attorney or legal roles at Latitude?
- If you are interested in working with Latitude but this specific role isn't the perfect fit, we encourage you to explore our other open opportunities on the Latitude jobs page or fill out a General Application at https://latitudelegal.com/jobs/.
- Should I reapply for this Junior Compliance Attorney position if I've applied to Latitude before?
- Yes, it is best to apply to each Latitude job for which you are qualified and interested. This ensures our team knows your specific interest in the role and allows you to provide additional details about your qualifications relevant to that position.
- How can I ensure I receive interview invitations for the Junior Compliance Attorney role?
- To avoid missing emails from Latitude recruiters, please add Latitude's domain name (latitudelegal.com) to your safe sender list in your email client's spam filter settings. Recruiters will only contact you from an email address ending in @latitudelegal.com.
- What makes Latitude's contract engagements attractive for a Junior Compliance Attorney?
- Latitude offers contract engagements with competitive W2 compensation and benefits, sophisticated and engaging work with top clients, and a blend of freedom with self-designed boundaries. Our team's legal background allows us to match candidates with fulfilling opportunities.
- What are the key responsibilities for a Junior Compliance Attorney at this client?
- As a Junior Compliance Attorney, you will support the legal and compliance team by reviewing contracts, assessing risks (legal, regulatory, operational), identifying compliance concerns, and providing practical, business-oriented recommendations for potential issues.