Legal Consultant (Remote)

Mercor; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 90,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Legal and Compliance Specialist to support legal and compliance efforts within AI-driven environments. The ideal candidate will possess substantial legal expertise, strong communication skills, and a passion for technology. The role offers competitive pay between $90,000 and $200,000 annually and requires a commitment of 40 hours per week. This position can be remote or based in Palo Alto, CA.

Benefits

Medical benefits access based on country of residence

Qualifications

• Professional experience in legal or compliance fields required.
• Proficient in English communication.
• Strong analytical skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Annotate and evaluate data related to legal and compliance topics.
• Provide detailed input on contract analysis and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate on data annotation workflows.

Skills

Professional experience in legal, compliance, or related fields

Proficiency in reading and writing both informal and professional English

Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills

Ability to work independently and apply critical reasoning

Interest in technology and AI-driven solutions

Education

JD, bar admission, or recognized certification such as Certified Compliance Professional (CCP)

Job description

This range is provided by Mercor. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$90,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr

About The Job

Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.

Position: Legal and Compliance Specialist

Type: Full-time

Compensation: $90,000–$200,000/year

Location: Remote or Palo Alto, CA

Commitment: 40 hours/week

Role Responsibilities

• Use proprietary tools to annotate and evaluate data related to legal and compliance topics.
• Provide detailed input on scenarios involving contract analysis, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution.
• Collaborate with research and technical teams to develop, test, and improve data annotation workflows.
• Analyze complex legal materials to ensure accuracy and integrity in AI model understanding.
• Interpret evolving task instructions and maintain consistency, precision, and sound professional judgment.

Qualifications

Must-Have

• Professional experience in legal, compliance, or related fields.
• Proficiency in reading and writing both informal and professional English.
• Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and apply critical reasoning to complex material.
• Demonstrated interest in technology, innovation, and AI-driven solutions for legal and compliance systems.

Preferred

• JD, bar admission, or recognized certification such as Certified Compliance Professional (CCP).
• Experience mentoring or training others in legal or compliance practices.
• Familiarity with AI workflows, data annotation, or technology-focused legal environments.
• Comfortable recording short audio or video sessions for data collection.

Compensation & Legal

• Competitive pay ranging from $90,000 to $200,000 annually for U.S.-based professionals, depending on experience and location.
• Access to medical benefits, subject to your country of residence.

Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

• Submit your resume.
• Complete a 20-minute introductory interview.
• Selected candidates will move on to a focused legal or compliance data evaluation exercise.
• Finalists will participate in a team discussion and review of their expertise.

Resources & Support

• For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome
• For any help or support, reach out to: [e-mail]

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Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Software Development