Part-Time Corporate Counsel - Flexible & Remote

Corporate One Federal Credit Union; Columbus (OH); Remote; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Corporate One Federal Credit Union is seeking a Corporate Counsel to provide strategic advisory support on contracts, employment and regulatory matters, governance, and risk management. The part-time role offers flexibility and the opportunity to influence business decisions across leadership levels.

You will review and negotiate complex agreements, advise HR and business leaders, and collaborate with external counsel as needed. Columbus, OH with virtual flexibility.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Contract drafting

Contract negotiation

Legal research

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

J.D. degree

Bar admission

Job description

Corporate One Federal Credit Union is seeking a Corporate Counsel to provide strategic advisory support on contracts, employment and regulatory matters, governance, and risk management. The part-time role offers flexibility and the opportunity to influence business decisions across leadership levels.

You will review and negotiate complex agreements, advise HR and business leaders, and collaborate with external counsel as needed. Columbus, OH with virtual flexibility.