Senior Compliance Attorney: Ethics, Contracts & Risk

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Nashville seeks a Compliance Attorney to provide ethical support to various departments. Key responsibilities include drafting engagement terms, managing contracts, and ensuring compliance with conflict and ethical standards. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree, Juris Doctorate, and an active law license, along with 5-7 years of relevant experience. Strong communication and organizational skills are critical, along with a focus on ethics and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and a Juris Doctorate required.
• 5-7 years of experience in a law firm or corporate role.
• Active law license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert on compliance issues.
• Draft and negotiate engagement terms for client contracts.
• Oversee management of all contracts firmwide.

Skills

Legal knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Negotiation skills

Ethics knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Juris Doctorate

Job description

A leading law firm in Nashville seeks a Compliance Attorney to provide ethical support to various departments. Key responsibilities include drafting engagement terms, managing contracts, and ensuring compliance with conflict and ethical standards. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree, Juris Doctorate, and an active law license, along with 5-7 years of relevant experience. Strong communication and organizational skills are critical, along with a focus on ethics and confidentiality.