Talent.com
serp_jobs.error_messages.no_longer_accepting
Corporate Legal Counsel | Temp-to-Hire

Corporate Legal Counsel | Temp-to-Hire

D3 SearchChicago, IL, US
job_description.job_card.1_day_ago
serp_jobs.job_preview.job_type
  • serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
job_description.job_card.job_description

Overview

D3 Search is actively recruiting a Corporate Counsel Attorney on a temp-to-hire basis on behalf of a respected international investment-banking firm located in Chicago, IL (90606).

Position Title : Corporate Counsel

Location : Chicago, IL (90606)

Employment Status : Temporary-to-hire (approx. 45-60 days as a temp)

Pay range : Base pay range $190,000.00 / yr - $220,000.00 / yr

Responsibilities

  • Drafting, reviewing, advising on, and negotiating client engagement letters and other engagement-related agreements related to the firm’s investment banking and financial advisory activities.
  • Providing day-to-day legal counseling to investment banking staff and internal stakeholders on legal, regulatory, commercial, reputational, and other issues, including contract interpretation, dispute resolution, and identification of conflicts of interest and risks.
  • Staying current with legal and regulatory developments and best practices; developing, revising, implementing, and monitoring compliance policies and procedures.
  • Managing and coordinating with outside counsel as needed.
  • Recommending new policies and procedures to improve efficiency based on legal developments and trends.
  • Assisting in the management of litigation and other disputes.
  • Performing other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • J.D. degree from a top U.S. law school
  • Licensed to practice law in one or more U.S. states
  • 4-8 years of legal experience as a practicing attorney, preferably in a law firm and / or in-house legal department
  • Prior experience in an investment bank is a plus but not required
  • Significant experience with and knowledge of market practices for M&A and financing transactions
  • Versatility across a range of matters and products; ability to adapt, learn, and share knowledge
  • Excellent verbal, drafting, and contract negotiation skills
  • Strong research skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; prioritization and multi-tasking capability
  • Professional and commercial approach to problem-solving; good judgment in interactions with internal and external contacts
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team with all levels of personnel
  • Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills and proactive issue identification
  • Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with internal clients and outside counsel

    • Additional Details

  • Compensation : up to $95-100 / hr. + / DOQ (8-hour workday)
  • Benefits : comprehensive package including PTO, parking onsite, yearly reviews, salary increases and bonuses after the temp-to-hire period

    • #J-18808-Ljbffr

    serp_jobs.job_alerts.create_a_job

    Legal Counsel • Chicago, IL, US