Associate Counsel

Associate Counsel

Newark, NJ | Full-Time

Salary range: $130,000+ DOE

Monday–Thursday: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM | Friday: Half-Day

Position Overview

A growing organization is seeking an Associate Counsel to support the General Counsel across transactional and commercial legal matters. This is a hands-on role with meaningful ownership of contract review, compliance support, risk identification, and day-to-day legal guidance across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, including SaaS agreements, professional services agreements, equipment purchases, and leases
• Provide practical legal guidance on contracts, risk, and operational matters
• Support corporate governance and regulatory compliance
• Identify legal risks and recommend business-oriented solutions
• Manage and track contract workflows and documentation
• Partner with Sales, Operations, HR, and Finance on legal needs
• Assist in managing outside counsel for specialized matters
• Support internal investigations, compliance initiatives, and policy development

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school and active bar admission in good standing
• 2–6 years of transactional or commercial law experience, either in-house or at a law firm
• Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities with minimal oversight
• Practical, business-minded approach to legal risk
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Resourceful, efficient, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

To apply, please send your resume to:
ahuva@maiplacement.com