Legal Counsel Attorney

Global Technical Talent, an Inc. 5000 Company; New York (NY); Remote; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned Legal Counsel Attorney to join their dynamic team. This role offers the unique opportunity to work with one of the top banking institutions in Canada, focusing on critical legal matters in the financial services sector. The ideal candidate will leverage their extensive experience in contract negotiations, intellectual property, and compliance to provide strategic legal guidance. Embrace the chance to collaborate with diverse teams and contribute to innovative solutions while navigating complex legal landscapes. If you are passionate about law and eager to make a significant impact, this position is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience as a licensed attorney in New York.
• Deep understanding of various legal agreements and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Advise on contractual negotiations, including IP and data privacy.
• Support business lines with the review and negotiation of agreements.

Skills

Legal Research

Contract Negotiation

Intellectual Property Law

Data Privacy

Cybersecurity

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

Licensed Attorney for the state of New York

Job description

Global Technical Talent, an Inc. 5000 Company provided pay range

This range is provided by Global Technical Talent, an Inc. 5000 Company. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$105.00/hr - $105.00/hr

Job Title: Legal Counsel Attorney
Contract Duration: 3 Months
Pay Rate: up to $105/hr
Work Type: Open to Remote Candidates
Location: New York City, NY

Candidate Value Proposition:

• The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work within one of the Top 5 Banking Institutions in Canada.
• You'll get to work with and learn from diverse industry leaders all over the globe, who have hailed from top technology companies around the world.

Typical Day in Role:

• Advises on bespoke issues as part of contractual negotiations, including IP protections, cybersecurity, data privacy, artificial intelligence, and regulatory compliance in the context of financial services.
• Supports various business lines and corporate functions with the review and negotiation of non-disclosure agreements.
• Assists with the risk review and diligence of third-party suppliers, including providing advice on regulatory developments and analysis of contractual provisions in commercial contracts.
• Supports U.S. businesses with the drafting and structuring of intragroup agreements between the Bank and its affiliates.
• Works closely with cross-functional teams (e.g., Global Procurement Services, Third Party Risk Management, and Compliance) and senior management, providing legal guidance on matters critical to the Bank’s operations and strategic initiatives.
• Performs legal research as necessary and assists with the continuous improvements of the Bank’s legal template and sample clause libraries, including negotiation guidelines, commercial playbooks, and templates to be leveraged by internal teams.
• Maintains an awareness of and monitors the regulatory environment for emerging legislation and policy statements, along with relevant trends and industry best practices applicable to the Bank’s operations.
• Contributes to efficient and effective relationships with outside counsel and manages legal costs and invoices.
• Understands how the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions.
• Demonstrates a proactive approach to developing competency in unfamiliar practice areas.
• Pursues effective adherence to client’s Values and its Code of Conduct, while ensuring the adequacy, adherence to, and effectiveness of business controls to meet obligations with respect to operational, compliance, sanctions, and anti-money laundering (AML), and conduct risk.

Candidate Requirements/Must-Have Skills:

• 10 years experience as a licensed attorney in good standing admitted or otherwise authorized to practice law in the state of New York.
• Deep understanding of vendor agreements, licensing agreements, process services agreements, SaaS agreements, engagement letters, non-disclosure agreements, market data agreements, and other similar documents.
• Working knowledge of software licensing, intellectual property, data privacy, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity considerations in third-party agreements within the financial services industry.

Nice to Have Skills:

• Prior Financial Institution Experience

Soft Skills:

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Education:

• Licensed Attorney for the state of New York

Note:

• The ideal candidate would work autonomously but thrive in a team-oriented and collaborative environment.
• Exhibiting excellence in both drafting and negotiating market-standard documentation, providing practical advice and legal assessment to internal clients.
• Demonstrates confidence and expertise in advising and providing business-oriented and actionable recommendations for clients, particularly in navigating gray areas. Responds with a strong sense of urgency and ability to prioritize competing tasks in a fast-paced, challenging workplace.

About the Company:

• Leading Canadian bank offering a wide range of financial services. Committed to employee development, innovation, and performance-based rewards. Join our team and embark on a rewarding career journey.

About GTT:

• GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, and technology companies, along with some of the nation’s largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies across the US and Canada. We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity!

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Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Legal
• Industries
• Staffing and Recruiting