Consultant Lawyer - Contract (Americas)

Overview

An established legal and compliance service provider to leading asset managers and private equity firms is seeking an experienced Lawyer on a consultancy basis. The role involves managing the negotiation and execution of investment-related contracts including NDAs, joinder agreements, engagement letters, and non-reliance letters. This position is fully remote with a minimum commitment of 20 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Lead negotiation of investment-related NDAs, joinder agreements, engagement letters, and non-reliance letters.
• Manage all phases of the contract process from initial review through to document execution.
• Work closely with other lawyers and paralegals on high-volume, fast-paced pre-M&A contract negotiations.
• Collaborate directly with counterparties to ensure rapid turnaround times.
• Follow client playbooks and guidelines during negotiations.

Requirements

• Licensed to practice law in the USA or Canada.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in corporate or transactional law, either in-house or private practice.
• Proven experience independently negotiating investment-related NDAs.
• Familiarity with asset managers, investment banks, or financial services firms is preferred but not essential.
• Must be based in North America to accommodate client time zones and turnaround requirements.

Competencies

• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Efficient time management with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong work ethic with a commitment to delivering high-quality client service.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, providing clear, concise, and straightforward advice.
• Commercially minded with a strong grasp of relevant legal concepts.

Compensation & Benefits

• Flexible remote working arrangement.
• Consultancy basis with a minimum 20 hours per week commitment.

Location

• Remote position requiring the candidate to be based in North America due to client time zone and turnaround time requirements.