Job description
Join Cobalt Legal Partners as a Senior Legal Consultant in our Regulatory & Compliance practice in New York City. You will partner with leading enterprises to interpret complex laws, design scalable compliance programs, and mitigate risk across multiple jurisdictions. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in corporate governance, regulatory strategy, and practical problem solving for high-stakes engagements.
As a trusted advisor, you will draft policy frameworks, perform risk assessments, lead regulatory submissions, and deliver actionable recommendations to executive stakeholders. You will also mentor junior consultants and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless delivery.
What you'll enjoy: high-impact projects, a collaborative culture, competitive compensation, and opportunities for advancement in a growing, global practice.
Responsibility
- Provide strategic regulatory and compliance guidance to Fortune 500 and fast-growing clients across industries.
- Develop, implement, and audit corporate governance frameworks, policies, and control environments.
- Lead regulatory submissions, licensing processes, and interaction with agency examiners as needed.
- Perform risk assessments, due diligence, and remediation planning for mergers, acquisitions, and restructurings.
- Draft clear guidance, policies, training materials, and executive summaries tailored to client needs.
- Mentor and supervise junior consultants, manage project workstreams, and ensure on-time delivery.
- Collaborate with legal, compliance, and business teams to translate regulatory requirements into practical solutions.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of evolving regulatory landscapes and industry standards.
Qualification
- Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school; admitted to practice in New York or eligible for admission in NY.
- Minimum of 6-8 years of experience in regulatory, compliance, or corporate governance roles (law firm or in-house).
- Deep knowledge of US regulatory frameworks (SEC, FINRA, CFTC) and data privacy laws (CCPA/CPRA) preferred.
- Proven ability to translate complex regulations into actionable policies and practical controls.
- Excellent analytical, drafting, negotiation, and communication skills; ability to present to executives and boards.
- Strong project management and client-management skills; ability to manage multiple engagements simultaneously.
- Experience in risk assessment, due diligence, and remediation planning for M&A or transformational initiatives.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, client-facing environment with a collaborative mindset.