Legal Compliance Manager

Evaluating contracts for risk and lability (i.e. damage caps, indemnifications, limitations of liability), termination & renewal controls, compliance and legal assessment and recordkeeping requirements. Provide expert guidance and training to cross-functional teams on compliance topics, including environmental, health and safety (EHS), labor, and regulatory matters impacting the company and industry.

The Legal Compliance Managerwill collaborate closely with the Leadership Team, operations, outside legal, and government agencies to ensure the company maintains the highest standards of compliance.

Responsibilities

• Review and create service contracts.  Ensuring statements of work leaves no room for ambiguity.  Evaluating contracts for risk and lability (i.e. damage caps, indemnifications, limitations of liability), termination & renewal controls, compliance and legal assessment and recordkeeping requirements. 
• Serve as the primary liaison between the company and government agencies, regulatory bodies, and auditors regarding compliance and reporting requirements.
• Partner with external legal counsel and leadership to interpret new or changing laws impacting operations.
• Partner with external legal counsel and leadership to manage claims initiated by the company or in response from external sources
• Conduct internal compliance audits and risk assessments, identifying and mitigating potential legal or regulatory risks.
• Provide expert guidance and training to cross-functional teams on compliance topics, including environmental, health and safety (EHS), labor, and regulatory matters impacting the company and industry.
• Draft and maintain company policies, procedures, and documentation to ensure ongoing regulatory compliance.
• Lead investigations and corrective action plans related to compliance violations or audit findings.
• Monitor evolving regulatory landscapes to anticipate potential changes
• Prepare and submit reports, permits, and documentation required by government entities.
• Represent the organization in regulatory reviews, inspections, and industry-related compliance discussions.
• Develop, implement, and manage compliance programs to ensure adherence to local, state, and federal regulations applicable to the industry.
• Create, plan, and conduct internal compliance audits across departments to evaluate adherence to legal, environmental, and safety standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
   

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Business Administration, Public Policy, or Juris Doctor (JD) required.
• 5+ years of experience in regulatory compliance, legal affairs, or policy enforcement.
• Demonstrated experience creating, leading, and executing internal audits and compliance assessments.
• Strong working knowledge of regulations within our industry.
• Proven experience working with government agencies, auditors, and regulatory boards.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and manage compliance.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate legal and regulatory language into clear operational guidance.
• High integrity, professionalism, and discretion when handling confidential or sensitive matters.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and influence change across departments.
• Must be able to sit or stand at a workstation for extended periods.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Medical,dental and vision insurance benefits
• Company-sponsored Group Term Life & Short-Term Disability insurance
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

Winter Services LLC is an equal opportunity employer that takes pride in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The company complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices law. Winter Services strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of age, race, religion, color, creed, disability, familial status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, ancestry, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
 

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