Corporate Counsel

S&Me, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

S&M (S&M) is seeking a Corporate Counsel near Raleigh, NC to support daily legal needs across contracts, compliance, licensing, and general corporate matters. The role collaborates with executives, project managers, and operations to manage risk and advise on policy, investigations, and training in a fast-paced environment.

The attorney will draft and negotiate a wide range of agreements, ensure regulatory compliance, and contribute to strategic business decisions with a practical,

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from ABA-accredited law school.
• Active North Carolina law license in good standing (or ability to obtain).
• 3–5 years of relevant legal experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication with attention to detail.
• Analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate client, vendor, and project contracts.
• Advise on risk allocation, insurance requirements, liability limitations, and dispute terms.
• Manage contract disputes and enforcement issues.
• Develop templates, playbooks, and best practices to improve efficiency.
• Advise on governance and regulatory compliance across operations.
• Conduct legal research and stay updated on relevant laws.
• Collaborate with external counsel when needed.
• Develop internal policies to manage company risk and provide staff training.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Legal research

Risk management

Cross-functional work

Policy development

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

J.D./LL.B. from ABA-accredited school

North Carolina law license

Tools

CLM systems

Job description

Corporate Counsel

Location: Raleigh, NC (On-Site)

Reports To: Chief Counsel

Employment Type: Full-Time | Exempt

Requisition #: 2026-2930-01

S&M is a growing 100% employee-owned, civil engineering and consulting firm seeking an experienced attorney to join our legal team as Corporate Counsel. In this role, you will work closely with executive leadership, project managers, and operational teams to support the daily legal needs of the business across numerous functions including contracts, regulatory compliance, professional and state licensing, and general corporate matters such as human resources, procurement, and risk management.

This is a great opportunity for an attorney who enjoys solving problems, managing risk, negotiating contracts, and influencing business decisions in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Corporate Counsel Key Responsibilities:

Contracts & Risk Management

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements, including client contracts, professional services agreements, consultant agreements, vendor contracts, NDAs, and project-related contracts.


• Advise internal stakeholders on risk allocation, indemnification, insurance requirements, limitation of liability provisions, and dispute resolution terms.


• Manage contract disputes, defaults, and enforcement issues.


• Develop contract templates, playbooks, and best practices to improve efficiency and consistency.


• Advise on corporate governance and compliance matters and monitor and ensure regulatory compliance across all business operations.


• Conduct legal research and stay updated on legislation and case laws relevant to the business.


• Collaborate with external legal counsel when necessary.


• Develop and implement internal policies and procedures to manage company risk.


• Provide training and workshops on legal issues for staff.

Strategic Legal Counsel

• Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders across the organization.


• Translate complex legal issues into practical, business-focused advice.


• Support legal compliance, risk management, policy development, and employee training initiatives.


• Assist with compliance programs, internal investigations, and regulatory matters.

Qualifications:

Required

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.


• Active North Carolina law license in good standing (or ability to obtain admission in North Carolina).


• 3 to 5 years of relevant legal experience.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills with exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.


• Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.


• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.


• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and communicate legal concepts and recommendations.


• Self-motivated, adaptable, and eager to learn and develop professionally.

Preferred

• Experience with engineering, construction, infrastructure, professional services, or consulting industries.


• Experience drafting and negotiating commercial agreements.


• Familiarity with mediation, litigation, arbitration, and alternative dispute resolution.


• Experience with contract lifecycle management (CLM) systems or legal technology tools.