Counsel

Andersen • Chicago, IL

27d

About The Position

We are seeking a Counsel to support Andersen’s Legal and Risk Management team, with a primary focus on contract review, drafting, and negotiation. This role will work closely with internal stakeholders to review vendor and technology agreements, draft legal documents (including conflict waivers), and support client engagement materials.
The position is heavily focused on high-volume contract review and providing practical, timely legal support across the business in a fast-paced environment. The role will support the legal and risk management functions within the firm.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in a law firm or in-house legal department, with strong emphasis on commercial contracts and transactional support
• J.D. from an accredited law school; member in good standing of at least one state bar
• Experience reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements, including professional services agreements, vendor contracts, and related transactional documents
• Highly analytical self-starter with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent drafting, written, and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage a high volume of requests, prioritize effectively, and adjust to shifting priorities
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively across teams

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting a professional services or consulting environment preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; interest or basic experience with AI tools is a plus

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, including vendor agreements, technology contracts, engagement letters, statements of work, NDAs, and conflict waivers
• Review a high volume of contracts and prioritize requests from internal stakeholders
• Identify legal and commercial risks and provide practical, business-oriented solutions
• Draft responses to client-facing correspondence, including sensitive or escalated communications
• Support internal teams by providing timely, business-oriented legal guidance
• Assist with contract management processes and documentation (including use of procurement systems such as ServiceNow)

Benefits

• Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage.
• Employees may enroll in the firm’s 401(k) plan upon hire.
• We offer 200 hours of paid time off annually, along with twelve paid holidays each calendar year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees