Associate Legal Counsel

Cerity Partners•Westfield, NJ

3d•$160,000 - $180,000

About The Position

We are seeking an Associate to support Cerity Partners’ legal department. The Associate Legal Counsel will help manage the legal department's shared inbox and provide legal support across a broad range of commercial and contractual matters, partnering closely with the legal department, compliance and other stakeholders. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented attorney to gain broad, hands-on experience supporting a fast-paced in-house legal team at a growing RIA.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
Admission to New York bar in good standing.
2-4 years of experience in a law firm or corporate legal department.
Comfort working independently and prioritizing across a high volume of inbound requests.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong contract drafting skills, exceptional business acumen, and the ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly to non-lawyers.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

Prior in-house or law firm experience in M&A, general corporate, financial services, asset management, or wealth management a plus.

Responsibilities

Review and negotiate a variety of contracts, including vendor contracts, NDAs, and other commercial agreements.
Provide legal counsel to advisors and other colleagues on client agreements and other legal matters.
Review legal process and coordinate with outside legal counsel as needed.
Provide support to the legal department on ad hoc matters, special projects and overflow work as needs evolve.