Legal Unit at Knight Division Tactical (Global)

Job description

Legal Associate

Knight Division Tactical is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Legal Associate to support the company’s legal and regulatory functions. This role supports both domestic and international operations and plays a key role in ensuring contractual, corporate, and regulatory compliance across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

- Assist with drafting, reviewing, and organizing contracts, NDAs, and legal documentation

- Support compliance efforts related to U.S. and international regulations with the compliance team

- Conduct legal research and prepare internal summaries and memoranda

- Maintain organized, audit-ready legal records

- Support risk identification and policy implementation in coordination with leadership and operations teams

- Coordinate with external counsel as needed

Qualifications

- Background in Law, Legal Studies or a related field

- Strong research, writing, and organizational skills

- High attention to detail, discretion, and professional judgment

- Ability to manage sensitive information and work independently

- Professional proficiency in English (Spanish is a plus)

Preferred

- Exposure to regulated industries such as security, defense, or government contracting

Why work at Knight Division Tactical

Culture: Described as "steeped in the aesthetics of a clandestine agent from the highest echelons of the military" – a blend of sophistication and tactical prowess. High expectations of excellence.
Compensation: Very competitive contractor rates; potential for high earnings in sales roles.
Work Environment: Emphasis on physical fitness (PT test required: 2-mile run in 17 min, 10 pull-ups, 30 hand-release push-ups). Remote/hybrid policy not specified, but roles like Base Manager in Colombia imply on-site presence.
Notable Perks: "Fair compensation," "unmatched" rates, and the opportunity to work on high-stakes missions.
Engineering/Operations Culture: Small team (7 employees) with a flat structure; opportunities to take on significant responsibility early.

About Knight Division Tactical

Company Overview

One-liner: Knight Division Tactical (KDT) provides private security and private military contracting services for government, corporate, and residential clients, with a focus on high-risk environments and tactical excellence.
Entity Type: Private (Privately Held)
Headquarters: Sheridan, Wyoming, United States (also an office in Stanford, Indiana)
Founded: 2023
Founders: Matthew McCalla and Michael Schulz

Core Business

Primary industry/industries: Security Guards and Patrol Services, Private Military Contracting
Target customers: Government agencies (Forest Service, DOD, DHS, FEMA), corporations, residential communities, event organizers
Mission or purpose statement: "Our commitment to excellence in the Private Security Contracting industry sets us apart as the epitome of precision and reliability."

Products & Services

Armed & Unarmed Security Guards: Trained personnel for static and roving patrols, 24/7 monitoring, and de-escalation techniques. Armed guards are licensed and undergo extensive training.
Event Security: Customized security for concerts, festivals, trade shows, corporate events, and private parties.
Government Contracting: Services for Forest Service, DOD, DHS, FEMA, including hostage rescue, maritime security, and disaster response (e.g., SAR missions).
Executive Protection: High-level protection for individuals.
Residential Security: Security for gated communities, apartment complexes, and individual homes.
VOC (Virtual Operations Command): A technology platform offering global intelligence and community access (two subscription tiers: Contractor and presumably a standard tier).
KDT Training: Training programs for individuals who do not meet Tier 1/2 standards.

Market Standing

Valuation/Market Cap: Not publicly available (private company)
Key Metric: Total Funding – Not disclosed; LinkedIn reports 7 employees as of mid-2026 (+50% YoY growth)
Notable Investors/Partners: Not publicly disclosed; clients include U.S. government agencies
Growth Signals:
- Headcount grew from ~4 to 7 employees in one year (+50%).
- Active hiring for Base Manager roles in Bogota and Cartagena, Colombia (May 2026).
- Launching VOC technology platform.
- High LinkedIn follower growth (+586% year-over-year, 1,194 followers).
- Recent SAR mission in Texas (July 2025).

Competitive Advantages

Compensation: "Exceptionally competitive rate that stands unmatched in the industry" – contractors are offered $400/day + $0.70/mile for temporary unarmed positions.
Tactical Prowess: Guards are trained to standards "on par with the highest military order"; emphasis on Tier 1/Tier 2 combat experience.
Code of Virtues: A set of principles that all team members commit to, ensuring a cohesive, principled approach.
End-to-End Service: Single point of contact from planning to execution, with clear agreements.

Strategic Focus

International Expansion: Hiring Base Managers in Colombia suggests expansion into Latin America.
Technology Integration: Release of VOC platform to provide global intel and community access.
High-Value Contracts: Seeking Account Executives to win contracts with the goal of making them "millionaires within their first year."
Compliance & Upgrades: Recent LinkedIn post (Sep 2025) mentions "more developed compliance" and upgraded operations.

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