Legal and Compliance Specialist - Science Systems and Applications, Inc.

SSAI Is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Legal and Compliance Specialist to join our team. The individual in this role will be responsible for ensuring the organization complies with all relevant legal regulations and internal policies. The Legal and Compliance Specialist will also provide expert legal advice, manage risk, and implement compliance frameworks across the business.


Key Responsibilities:



+ Ensure the company complies with local, state, and federal regulations, as well as internal policies.


+ Review and draft legal documents, agreements, contracts, and policies.


+ Conduct regular audits and reviews to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.


+ Assist in the development and implementation of company policies and procedures.


+ Monitor changes in relevant legislation and regulatory environments.


+ Investigate compliance issues, including violations of laws, regulations, or internal policies.


+ Collaborate with various departments to provide advice and training on legal and compliance matters.


+ Manage relationships with external legal counsel as necessary.


+ Prepare and present reports to senior management and other stakeholders.



Required Qualifications:



+ Bachelor’s degree in Law, Compliance, or a related field.


+ Minimum of 4 years of experience in legal and compliance roles, or equivalent combination of education and experience.


+ Strong knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and legal processes (e.g., [industry-specific compliance standards]).


+ Experience with legal document review, drafting, and negotiation.


+ Familiarity with risk management and internal control processes.


+ Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, including data protection, financial, and environmental regulations.



Skills:



+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


+ Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.


+ High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.


+ Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


+ Ability to handle sensitive information with integrity and confidentiality.


+ Proficiency in legal research tools and software.






EOE, including disability/vets


Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands to touch, handle or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee frequently is required to talk and hear and occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.