In-House Counsel: Contracts & Compliance

YOUNGWILLIAMS INC; Ridgeland (MS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

YOUNGWILLIAMS INC is seeking an Associate Legal Counsel in Ridgeland, MS to support the Corporate Legal Department with contracts, entity maintenance, litigation management, and regulatory compliance. The role demands strong drafting, legal research, and multitasking across duties.

Requirements include a Juris Doctor and an active license in at least one jurisdiction (Mississippi preferred). At least 2 years of legal practice with employment, corporate, or contract law is desired.

Qualifications

• Draught contract language and records with precision.
• Interpret and apply federal, state and local employment laws.
• Assist in regulatory reporting and policy development.

Responsibilities

• Assists in full lifecycle management of client and vendor contracts.
• Analyzes employment law and regulatory changes affecting business.
• Identifies compliance gaps and recommends policy updates.
• Supports HR with leave administration and disciplinary actions.
• Responds to agency charges and drafts company responses.

Skills

Legal drafting

Research skills

Regulatory knowledge

Contract management

Education

Juris Doctor

Bar admission (MS preferred)

Job description

YOUNGWILLIAMS INC is seeking an Associate Legal Counsel in Ridgeland, MS to support the Corporate Legal Department with contracts, entity maintenance, litigation management, and regulatory compliance. The role demands strong drafting, legal research, and multitasking across duties.

Requirements include a Juris Doctor and an active license in at least one jurisdiction (Mississippi preferred). At least 2 years of legal practice with employment, corporate, or contract law is desired.