Assistant Vice President, Senior Associate Counsel - Procurement

Overview

An established financial services organization is seeking an experienced and strategic attorney for the role of Assistant Vice President, Senior Associate Counsel - Procurement. This position provides legal counsel on a broad range of commercial contracts, with a focus on technology, data, and procurement strategies. The role involves shaping and improving procurement processes, policies, and workflows to support the organization's growth.

This position can be based in St. Louis, MO (preferred), New York, NY, Boston, MA, or remotely.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of technology and data-related commercial agreements, including software, AI-enabled tools, consulting, IT, professional services, and non-disclosure agreements.
• Address contractual terms related to data rights, confidentiality, intellectual property, and information security.
• Manage contracts from intake through negotiation and execution, ensuring timely and commercially sound outcomes; escalate complex or high-risk issues as needed.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams such as finance, tax, technology, procurement, vendor management, cybersecurity, and legal to align contracts with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.
• Support vendor lifecycle activities including selection, onboarding, relationship management, contract modifications, renewals, and offboarding.
• Develop and maintain contract templates, clause libraries, negotiation playbooks, and internal guidance to enhance efficiency and consistency in contracting and procurement.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of contracting and procurement policies and procedures in line with strategic business initiatives.
• Stay informed on relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards affecting commercial contracting, procurement, data privacy, and technology transactions, including emerging trends in AI and technology contracting.
• Advise internal teams on regulatory developments and their impact on contractual obligations and business practices to support compliance and risk mitigation.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and a Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university.
• Active attorney license in good standing in all admitted jurisdictions.
• Minimum of 4 years of legal experience with a strong foundation in commercial contract law.
• Prior in-house legal experience is required.
• Specialized experience in technology contracts, preferably within the financial services sector and registered investment advisor space.
• Proven skills in contract negotiation, drafting, and review, with the ability to efficiently manage complex agreements.
• Ability to handle and prioritize a high volume of contracts across multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive and strategic approach to problem-solving and risk management.
• Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with business leaders and stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of explaining complex legal concepts to both legal and non-legal audiences.

Compensation & Benefits

• This is an exempt position.
• Annual base salary range: $150,000 to $170,000, varying based on experience, expertise, location, and skill set.
• Additional compensation may include an annual cash bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k) plan.
• Job title may be adjusted based on the candidate's experience and education.

Location

• Preferred location: St. Louis, MO
• Other options: New York, NY; Boston, MA; Remote