Jr Commercial Attorney

Overview

A legal services organization is seeking a Junior Commercial Attorney to collaborate closely with the in-house legal department and internal business clients. This role involves providing deal support and participating in projects aimed at improving contractual infrastructure, workflows, and processes. The position requires working independently on assigned matters as well as collaboratively with internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Review NDA contracts and negotiate acceptable alternatives using existing templates and tools, and assist in creating new ones.
• Facilitate escalation and resolution of contract-related issues.
• Update or draft contract templates, negotiation playbooks, and other contract infrastructure tools.
• Capture and manage information related to contracts and legal matters supported.
• Participate in or manage projects to enhance contracting efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and knowledge sharing.
• Prepare reports and deliver presentations to customers and internal colleagues.
• Engage in task forces focused on improving service delivery and team development.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of legal practice experience providing high-volume transactional support, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts, particularly NDAs.
• Proven track record in customer support or customer service engagements.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. state.

Skills

• Ability to work effectively in a customer-centric, deadline-driven environment.
• Capability to work independently from a home office or remote setting.
• Dependable, responsive, and committed to producing high-quality work.
• Flexibility to assist with matters and projects beyond normal duties to better serve customers.
• Good judgment and independence, with willingness to ask questions when needed.
• Excellent writing skills, able to clearly and concisely communicate complex ideas.
• Professional verbal and written communication.
• High integrity and strong ethical standards.
• Strong listening and communication skills, with the ability to apply them appropriately.
• Accountability for mistakes and a commitment to learning from them.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and/or SharePoint.
• Experience with contract management software or workflow tools is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $70,000 - $90,000 annually, based on skills, experience, level, and location.
• Comprehensive benefits package and paid time off available for full-time employees.

Location

• Remote work environment supported; ability to work effectively from a home office is required.