Corporate Counsel (Part-Time)

Corporate One; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 4 weeks/year

11 holidays

Parental leave

401(k) matching

Health benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Pet insurance

Flexible dress code

Job summary

Corporate One is seeking a Corporate Counsel (Part-Time) to advise leadership on contracts, employment and regulatory matters. The role emphasizes practical, business-focused legal counsel across governance and compliance while maintaining a flexible 20–25 hour schedule.

You will review and negotiate contracts, support HR and business units, and monitor regulatory developments to mitigate risk. Prior in-house or financial services experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• JD from ABA-accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in at least one state; Ohio licensure preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in corporate law, contracts, employment, regulatory compliance, or related fields.
• Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and agreements.
• Excellent legal research, analysis, and communication with leaders.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, revise, and negotiate contracts and other legal documents (vendor, technology, consulting, confidentiality, business agreements).
• Identify legal and contractual risks and recommend practical solutions.
• Conduct legal research on employment law, contract law, governance, regulatory requirements, and related matters.
• Provide guidance to management, HR, and business units on legal and compliance matters.
• Assist with governance documents, policies, and communications to support compliance.
• Monitor regulatory developments and advise leadership on impacts.
• Coordinate responses to subpoenas, regulatory inquiries, and disputes with external counsel.
• Support governance, risk management, and strategic projects with legal analysis.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Legal research

Communication with non-legal audiences

Judgment and discretion

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Bar admission (state)

Tools

Westlaw/Lexis

Job description

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Corporate Counsel (Part-Time)

Risk Management PT Benefits Eligible Part-Time Columbus, OH, US

Salary Range: $75,000.00 To $90,000.00 Annually

Location: Columbus, OH preferred (virtual)
Compensation Range: $75,000 - $90,000 annually, commensurate with experience and agreed-upon work schedule (20 to 25 hours)

Are you an experienced attorney seeking a part-time opportunity that allows you to apply your legal expertise while maintaining flexibility and work-life balance? Corporate One Federal Credit Union is seeking a Corporate Counsel to join our team in a strategic advisory role, working approximately 20 to 25 hours per week.

As Corporate Counsel, you will spend much of your time reviewing and negotiating contracts, advising Human Resources and business leaders on employment and compliance matters, supporting corporate governance activities, and helping identify and manage legal and regulatory risks. Working closely with senior leadership, you will provide practical, business-focused legal counsel that helps the organization make informed decisions and achieve its strategic objectives.

This position is ideal for an attorney who enjoys solving complex business challenges, partnering with organizational leaders, and delivering practical legal solutions. You'll have the opportunity to work on a variety of meaningful legal matters while benefiting from the flexibility of a part-time schedule.

What You'll Do

• Drafts, reviews, revises, and negotiates contracts, agreements, and other legal documents, including vendor, technology, consulting, confidentiality, and business-related agreements.
• Identifies legal and contractual risks and recommends practical solutions that protect the organization while supporting business objectives.
• Conducts legal research and analysis related to employment law, contract law, corporate governance, regulatory requirements, and other matters impacting the organization.
• Provides legal guidance and support to management, Human Resources, and business units regarding legal, regulatory, and compliance-related matters.
• Assists with the development, review, and maintenance of policies, procedures, employee communications, governance documents, and other materials to support legal and regulatory compliance.
• Monitors legal and regulatory developments and communicates potential impacts, risks, and recommended actions to leadership.
• Assists with responses to subpoenas, document requests, regulatory inquiries, complaints, claims, disputes, and other legal matters.
• Coordinates with external legal counsel on specialized legal matters requiring additional expertise or representation.
• Supports corporate governance activities, risk management initiatives, and strategic projects by providing legal research, analysis, and recommendations.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing with at least one state bar; Ohio licensure preferred.
• Minimum of three years of legal experience in corporate law, contract law, employment law, regulatory compliance, business transactions, or related areas.
• Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and agreements.
• Strong legal research, analysis, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly to business leaders and non-legal audiences.
• Excellent judgment, discretion, and commitment to confidentiality.
• In-house counsel experience and financial services experience are preferred but not required.

About Corporate One

Corporate One is a leading wholesale financial services provider to more than 700 of America’s credit unions. For over 70 years, we’ve delivered innovative investment, funding, and payment solutions to help credit unions and their communities thrive. Alongside our CUSOs—Lucro Commercial Solutions and Accolade Investment Advisory—we’re committed to empowering our members’ success.

Why Join Us?

• Organizational Strengths: Corporate One Federal Credit Union is one of the nation’s largest and most progressive corporate credit unions with more than $7 billion in assets and an average staff tenure of 10+ years.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Corporate One offers competitive compensation, a generous 401(k) matching contribution, and quality health and ancillary benefits.
• Work Life Balance: Generous PTO (Paid Time Off) starting with 4 weeks/year, 11 paid holidays, and paid parental leave.
• Learning and Development: We provide a full library of online training as well as group and individual training, a mentoring program, and business coaching, all focused toward helping you grow and be successful.
• Extra Perks: Tuition reimbursement, wellness program, pet insurance, flexible dress code, and more!

Corporate One is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.