Focus Financial Partners

We are strategic investors in RIAs, providing value-added support, access to capital for growth, and succession planning

Assistant Vice President, Senior Associate Counsel – Procurement

General CounselGeneral CounselFull TimeRemoteTeam 51-200H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

New York + 2 moreAll locations: New York, Massachusetts, Missouri

Posted

12 days ago

Salary

$150K - $170K / year

Professional Certificate4 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

• Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of technology and data-driven commercial agreements, including software, AI-enabled tools, consulting, IT, professional services, non-disclosure agreements and other standard commercial contracts. • Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams to ensure contractual terms align with organizational objectives and applicable legal and regulatory requirements. • Contribute to the development, refinement, and maintenance of contract templates, clause libraries, negotiation playbooks, and internal guidance to promote efficiency, consistency, and scalability in contracting and procurement practices. • Stay informed on evolving laws, regulations and industry standards impacting commercial contracting, procurement, data privacy and technology transactions, including emerging trends related to AI and technology contracting.

Job Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and a Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university.
  • Active attorney’s license in good standing in all jurisdictions of admission.
  • 4+ years of legal experience with a strong foundation in commercial contract law, with a preference for candidates who have focused on technology contracts within the financial services sector, particularly in the registered investment advisor space.
  • Prior in-house legal experience is required.
  • Proven expertise in contract negotiation, drafting, and review, with the ability to manage complex agreements efficiently.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize a high volume of contracts across multiple projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Highly detail-oriented with a proactive, strategic approach to problem-solving and risk management.
  • Strong ability to collaborate cross-functionally with business leaders and stakeholders, providing clear, actionable legal guidance.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts to both legal and non-legal audiences.

Benefits

  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • life
  • 401(k)

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