Assistant General Counsel

Robert Half (on behalf of a global AI/data services company); New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Robert Half (on behalf of a global AI/data services company) seeks an Assistant General Counsel to oversee a sophisticated legal function in a primarily remote setting. The role blends employment counseling, commercial contracts, privacy, compliance, and business advisory work.

You will draft and negotiate SaaS and licensing agreements and provide practical employment guidance to HR. The position reports to the General Counsel and requires a J.D.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Bar admission in New Jersey or eligible for NJ in-house certification.
• 5–7+ years of experience in employment counseling and commercial contracts.
• In-house or public company experience in tech/AI sector preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate SaaS and licensing agreements.
• Provide practical employment advice to HR.
• Advise on regulatory risks affecting the business.
• Support the General Counsel and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Employment counseling

Commercial contracts

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

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Organising Institution / Firm

Robert Half (on behalf of a global AI/data services company)

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100% Remote (NJ, PA, or NY preferred)

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J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school; NJ Bar admission or eligibility; 5-7+ years of experience in employment counseling and commercial contracts.

Job

Full Opportunity Brief

Title: Assistant General Counsel
Category: Jobs
Organiser: Robert Half (on behalf of a global AI/data services company)
Description: A publicly-traded, global AI/data services company is seeking an Assistant General Counsel to support a sophisticated legal function. The role involves a mix of employment counseling, commercial contracts, privacy, compliance, and business advisory work. Key responsibilities include drafting and negotiating SaaS and licensing agreements, providing practical employment advice to HR, and advising on regulatory risks. The position reports directly to the General Counsel.
Eligibility: Candidates must hold a J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school and be admitted to the New Jersey Bar (or eligible for NJ in-house certification). Required experience includes 5 to 7+ years of legal practice, specifically focusing on labor and employment counseling and commercial contract negotiation. Prior in-house or public company experience in the tech/AI sector is strongly preferred.
Deadline: Not specified
Location: 100% Remote (Candidates in NJ, PA, or NY preferred; NJ-area candidates may work hybrid 1 day/week onsite).
Fees: None