Opportunity
North Carolina eVP #163-041026GB
Executive Recruiting Services for Chief Legal, Compliance, and Advocacy Officer – Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
Posted
April 10, 2026
Respond By
April 16, 2026
Identifier
163-041026GB
NAICS
561312
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is seeking executive recruiting services to identify and hire a Chief Legal, Compliance, and Advocacy Officer (CLCAO) for the Board of Education. - Government Buyer: - Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education (Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools) - Services Requested: - Executive-level recruiting for the CLCAO position - Focus on candidates with expertise in Legal/General Counsel Services, Compliance, and Legislative Advocacy - The CLCAO will serve as a strategic advisor to the Board, responsible for legal strategy, compliance, governance, risk mitigation, and legislative advocacy - Candidate Requirements: - Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited institution - Licensed to practice law in North Carolina (or ability to obtain licensure) - 10-15 years of senior legal, compliance, or governance experience, preferably in public sector, education, healthcare, or regulated industries - Notable Requirements: - Specialized recruiting expertise in high-level legal and compliance roles - No electronic bid submissions allowed - No OEMs or product line items are specified, as this is a professional services procurement
Description
Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools is seeking proposals for executive level recruiting services specializing in Legal/General Counsel Services, Compliance, and Legislative Advocacy. The role to be filled is the Chief Legal, Compliance, and Advocacy Officer (CLCAO), a strategic governance-enabling position that advises the Board of Education on legal, compliance, policy, and legislative matters. The position requires a Juris Doctor degree, licensure to practice law in North Carolina, and 10-15 years of senior legal or compliance experience. Proposals are due by April 16, 2026, and electronic bids are not permitted.