Associate Counsel

$130k

Mai Placement

Newark, NJ

Job Description
Job Description
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

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