Fast Facts

Riverside Insights is seeking a Corporate Counsel to provide legal expertise in corporate and commercial matters, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation while supporting educational initiatives.

Responsibilities: Key responsibilities include reviewing and negotiating agreements, implementing process improvements, delivering compliance training, and ensuring timely contract reviews.

Skills: Candidates must have strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, experience in contract negotiation, and proficiency with legal research tools.

Qualifications: Preferred candidates will have a Juris Doctor degree, bar admission, and up to 5 years of relevant experience; familiarity with compliance management software is a plus.

Location: This is a remote position with up to 5% travel for team meetings.

Compensation: $80000 - $90000 / Annually

As a Corporate Counsel, you will provide legal expertise across corporate and commercial matters, ensuring Riverside operates responsibly, mitigates risk, and supports our mission to empower educators and unlock every student’s potential. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to uphold compliance, strengthen governance, and deliver practical legal solutions that enable innovation and growth.

In this role, you will:

• Review, draft, and negotiate agreements (vendor, client, data privacy, service, and NDAs).
• Execute redlines and recommend strategic approaches to secure favorable positions.
• Suggest and implement process improvements within the legal function.
• Develop and deliver mini-trainings on compliance topics for internal stakeholders.
• Build strong relationships as a trusted legal advisor to internal teams.
• Ensure timely contract reviews and adherence to service-level agreements.

You will join a collaborative team committed to integrity, continuous improvement, and making a meaningful impact in education.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the bar in any U.S. jurisdiction.
• Up to 5 years of experience in a corporate compliance or legal environment (including internships or clerkships).
• Strong analytical and research skills with ability to interpret and apply legal principles.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in contract negotiation and drafting.
• Familiarity with corporate governance and compliance issues.
• Proficiency in legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis).
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Office Suite and document management systems effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with CLM or compliance management software.
• Experience delivering compliance training to non-legal stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements

• Remote.
• Up to 5% travel for off-site team meetings.
• May require stationary positions (sitting or standing) for extended periods.

Disclaimer

The above statements describe the general nature and level of the work performed by people assigned to this work. This list does not cover all possible duties, tasks, or responsibilities. Riverside Insights may amend or change responsibilities to meet the needs of the business and organization as necessary.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Company paid long-term disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Supplemental life insurance options 
• Company paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)  
• Retirement plan with discretionary company matching 
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Premium subscription to Calm for employee and dependents
• 33 days of company paid time off (PTO, Holidays, Wellness Days)
• Quarterly Focus Days
• Flexible work arrangements
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Company orientation and 30/60/90 Day Onboarding

Compensation: A reasonable estimate of the base compensation range for this position is $80,000- $90,000 USD plus applicable bonus. This compensation range is specific to the United States and it incorporates many factors including but not limited to an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience and training; licensures, degrees, and certifications; internal pay ranges; and market data/range parameters.

Why Join Our Team?  

At Riverside Insights, achieving real results for students and educators is more than talk – it's what we do. As we grow, so will you, offering the chance to expand your skills on an ambitious, solution-focused team. Join us in making great work possible, where your well-being and dedication to making an impact go hand in hand. If you're ready for an ambitious, collaborative environment, Riverside is the place for you. 

Riverside Insights is an Equal-opportunity Employer: 

Riverside Insights provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: 

At Riverside Insights, every employee has the right to a welcoming and inclusive workplace where their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued and celebrated. 

Thank you for considering joining our growing team and our mission to help elevate potential globally! Please check out www.riversideinsights.com to learn more about our work.