Associate Attorney

ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY – CORPORATE & COMMERCIAL | GREENWICH, CT KEY DETAILS Location: Greenwich, CT Work Arrangement: Hybrid – 4 days in office / 1 day remote (Monday–Thursday in office) Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM ET Salary: Up to $180K base , depending on experience Bonus: Discretionary bonus; 20–40% bonus opportunity Experience: 2–3+ years of corporate/transactional legal experience required Important: Must be willing to commute to the Greenwich office . No litigation experience needed. Position Overview This is a newly created in-house legal position with an international commodities trading company. The ideal attorney is a smart, curious legal generalist who can learn the business, understand the company's operations, identify potential issues, and work with the appropriate legal experts when needed. You'll have broad exposure across corporate governance, entity management, commercial contracts, M&A, banking/finance agreements, employment matters, and international business operations . This is a hands-on opportunity for an attorney who wants meaningful responsibility and the opportunity to grow within an in-house environment. What You'll Do Support corporate governance, including annual shareholder meetings, shareholder communications, corporate calendars, and governance deadlines Review and interpret shareholder agreements, corporate bylaws, M&A agreements, and related corporate documents Ensure annual reports, filings, and corporate good-standing requirements are completed Support the formation and maintenance of legal entities across multiple jurisdictions, including coordination with local and outside counsel Review and help draft buy/sell and commercial contracts related to the company's commodities trading activities Review contracts and terms & conditions to identify legal and business issues Work with the Head of Tax and other internal stakeholders on entity setup and ongoing entity requirements Review asset-based lending and banking agreements, including covenants, notices, and compliance requirements Assist with employment-related legal matters and coordinate with appropriate employment law counsel as needed Identify legal issues and determine when to consult with specialized internal or outside counsel Coordinate with attorneys and advisors across different jurisdictions to support international operations Provide practical legal guidance while developing a strong understanding of the company's business and operations What You'll Bring 2–3+ years of corporate, transactional, commercial, or similar legal experience JD and active bar admission Experience reviewing and/or drafting commercial contracts Strong understanding of corporate governance and entity matters Ability to analyze agreements and identify potential legal or business issues Strong research, analytical, writing, and communication skills Ability to learn new industries, business models, and legal issues quickly Strong judgment and willingness to seek guidance from the appropriate legal experts when needed Collaborative, hands-on approach and ability to work effectively with internal teams and outside counsel Commodity trading, procurement, international business, or similar commercial industry experience is a plus No litigation experience required Compensation & Benefits Up to $180K base salary, depending on experience 20–40% discretionary bonus opportunity 100% employee-covered medical insurance through Oxford via UnitedHealthcare Dental and vision through Delta Dental/Vision Disability insurance 401(k) with company match after 1 year – 50% of the first 60% contributed 20 days of PTO per year plus company holidays Eligible for bonus after 1 year Free shuttle service to and from the train station Onsite gym WHY JOIN? Brand-new in-house legal role with significant visibility and responsibility Work across corporate, commercial, finance, employment, M&A, and international legal matters Opportunity to learn the business and become a trusted legal resource across the organization Collaborate directly with senior leadership, internal stakeholders, and legal experts across multiple jurisdictions #J-18808-Ljbffr