In-House Counsel - Remote Specialist

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary

Health & retirement benefits

Home office allowance

Professional development support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced In-House Counsel to join our client’s legal team on a fully remote basis, supporting extensive business operations across the United States. The role emphasizes contract negotiation, regulatory matters, and general corporate law in a global, remote-first setting.

The successful candidate will have 8+ years of in-house or corporate experience, proven expertise in commercial law, and the ability to work independently while coordinating with external resources

Qualifications

• Admitted attorney with 8+ years of relevant in-house or corporate experience.
• Expertise in commercial law, contract negotiation, and corporate compliance.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote, global environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal counsel and support to business units on contractual, operational, and compliance matters.
• Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of complex commercial agreements and legal instruments.
• Advise on regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and risk management strategies.
• Conduct thorough legal research and prepare well-reasoned legal opinions on evolving legal issues.
• Manage external legal resources and coordinate litigation or dispute resolution efforts effectively.
• Proactively identify legal risks and propose appropriate mitigation strategies.

Skills

Commercial law

Contract negotiation

Corporate compliance

Legal research

Remote work

Education

Bar admission

Tools

Legal tech platforms

Document management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and adaptable In-House Counsel to join their legal team on a fully remote basis, supporting their extensive business operations, including those historically based in East London . This role is integral to providing comprehensive legal support across a spectrum of corporate and commercial activities, ensuring compliance and mitigating risks in a dynamic business environment. The successful candidate will leverage their expertise in contract negotiation, regulatory matters, and general corporate law within a flexible, remote-first framework. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced legal professional who excels in independent work and global collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal counsel and support to business units on contractual, operational, and compliance matters.
• Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of complex commercial agreements and legal instruments.
• Advise on regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and risk management strategies applicable to diverse operations.
• Conduct thorough legal research and prepare well-reasoned legal opinions on evolving legal issues.
• Manage external legal resources and coordinate litigation or dispute resolution efforts effectively.
• Proactively identify legal risks and propose appropriate mitigation strategies.

Requirements

• Admitted attorney with a minimum of 8 years of relevant legal experience, preferably with significant in-house exposure.
• Demonstrated expertise in commercial law, contract negotiation, and corporate compliance.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Proficiency in managing legal documentation and leveraging legal technology in a remote setting.
• Proven ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced global context.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package, complemented by performance-based incentives.
• Full remote work arrangement, providing unparalleled flexibility and work-life integration.
• Comprehensive health, wellness, and retirement benefits.
• Allowance for home office setup and continuous professional development support.
• The chance to play a key role in shaping the legal strategy of an expanding organization from anywhere.