Legal Officer at Sun King (Formerly Greenlight Planet)

About the role:

• The Legal Officer is responsible for conducting thorough legal research, developing and implementing compliance programs, and providing expert guidance on risk management strategies. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate legal risks, ensuring adherence to relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards. 

What you would be expected to do

• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to stay up to date with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards pertaining to legal, compliance and risk management, especially new and emerging legislation.
• Develop, review, and enhance company policies, procedures, and compliance programs to ensure alignment with legal requirements and industry best practices.
• Provide guidance and assistance to internal teams regarding compliance matters, risk assessments, and potential legal implications of business decisions. 
• Work together with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate potential risks and develop effective risk management strategies.
• Conduct internal investigations to uncover and resolve instances of non-compliance ensuring appropriate actions are taken to address identified issues.
• Advise on and assist in the implementation of internal controls, monitoring mechanisms, and auditing processes to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Stay informed about emerging legal and regulatory trends in the risk, compliance, fraud, and internal audit domains, and provide proactive guidance to senior management.
• Assist the legal team with other tasks and projects as needed.

You might be a strong candidate if you

• Hold a bachelor of Law or relevant law degree from an accredited law school and admission to the Bar.
• Have 2 years of experience as an attorney specializing in legal, compliance and risk. Experience in both legal and compliance roles is highly desirable.
• Possess strong knowledge of laws, regulations, and industry standards related to legal, compliance and risk including but not limited to data privacy and consumer protection.
• Are experienced in developing and implementing effective risk management strategies, compliance programs, and internal controls.
• Have proven ability to conduct internal investigations, assess legal and compliance risks, and develop appropriate action plans.
• Possess excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Have exceptional communication and people relations skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with people at all levels of the organization.
• Are self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working independently in a fast-paced and demanding environment.
• Have the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.