What are the responsibilities and job description for the Regulatory Counsel position at Epiq Systems, Inc.?
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Job Description:
The Regulatory Counsel will play a critical role in supporting Epiq’s legal and corporate governance functions. This is a high-impact position ideal for a strategic thinker with deep experience in corporate law, governance, and legal operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise executive leadership on corporate governance and disclosure obligations.
- Develop and implement internal policies and procedures to support legal compliance.
- Oversee the drafting and review of legal documents and internal communications.
- Support strategic transactions, including M&A and financing initiatives.
- Collaborate with Finance, Compliance, and other cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and timely legal support.
- Manage relationships with external counsel and auditors.
- Monitor and interpret evolving legal requirements and advise on their impact to the business.
- Assist with the administration of equity compensation plans and governance frameworks.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
- 5 years of relevant legal experience, including significant time at a law firm and/or in-house legal department.
- Strong business acumen, excellent judgment, and the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- High integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with SOX compliance, ESG disclosures, and executive compensation matters.
- Familiarity with legal issues in the legal services or technology sectors.
The Compensation range for this role is 140,000 to 180,000.00 USD annually and may be eligible for an annual bonus.
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In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
Your specific salary will be determined based on several factors:
Location-based market rate for the role
Your abilities in relation to the job specification
Performance during screening and interview
Pay parity with the wider team in the considered location
Further details about the package will be provided during the initial screening call with the Talent Acquisition Team.
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