Associate General Counsel – Service Line Commercial Support

Alvarez & Marsal Deutschland GmbH; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Associate General Counsel to join their legal team. This role involves collaborating with business leaders to navigate complex legal issues related to service contracts and compliance. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in commercial contracts, a strategic mindset, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. The firm fosters a culture of continuous learning and offers a supportive employee experience, emphasizing personal and professional growth. Join a team that values integrity, trust, and innovative thinking to make a significant impact in the consulting sector.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus program

Continuous learning opportunities

Employee well-being resources

Qualifications

• 7-12 years of legal experience with 2-3 years in-house.
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking required.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate various legal agreements and contracts.
• Provide legal counsel on compliance and risk management.

Skills

Contract Negotiation

Legal Compliance

Risk Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Associate General Counsel – Service Line Commercial Support

Location: New York, NY, United States
Date Posted: Apr 4, 2025

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry.

How you will contribute

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Associate General Counsel to join our legal team. Reporting to a senior member of the A&M legal department, this key role involves working closely with business leaders to navigate legal issues related to service contracts, compliance, and risk management. The ideal candidate has strong commercial contract experience, a strategic mindset, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate client engagement letters, master service agreements, confidentiality agreements, vendor agreements, and other contracts.
• Provide legal counsel on risk management, compliance, and business operations.
• Evaluate and advise on legal matters related to intellectual property, confidentiality, conflicts of interest, technology, new service offerings and other matters relating to professional services.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders and senior personnel, offering practical and actionable legal guidance.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop and implement legal risk mitigation strategies.

Qualifications & Experience

• 7–12 years of legal experience, including at least 2–3 years in-house.
• Law firm experience in commercial transactions or litigation preferred.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active bar membership (NY or FL preferred).

Key Skills & Attributes

• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking.
• Excellent contract negotiation and drafting skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Integrity-driven with the ability to build trust at all levels.
• Comfortable working in a fast-moving and uncertain environment.
• Analytical and solution-oriented approach to problem-solving.

Your journey at A&M

We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person’s unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy.

We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M.

The salary range is $180,000- $215,000 annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, A&M offers a discretionary bonus program which is based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance. Please ask your recruiter for details.

Diversity & Inclusion

A&M’s entrepreneurial culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who can positively impact our clients and shape our industry. Inclusive Diversity means we embrace diversity, and we foster inclusiveness, encouraging everyone to bring their whole self to work each day.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is Alvarez & Marsal’s practice to provide and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination.