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Experienced/Lateral – Legal Associate

Five Rings LLC - Careers
Location
New York
Posted
19 days ago
Department
Legal/Compliance
Salary
$175,000 – $225,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • JD or equivalent and admitted to practice in New York
  • Minimum of five years of relevant experience at a major law firm, in-house, or a combination
  • Strong drafting and negotiation skills across a wide range of commercial agreements
  • Sound commercial judgment
  • Ability to give clear and practical advice to non-legal audiences
  • Ability to work independently
Nice to have
  • Experience at a proprietary trading firm, broker-dealer or financial institution
What the job really is

As a Legal Associate at Five Rings, you will be responsible for a wide range of legal tasks that support the firm's operations in various markets. Your day-to-day activities will include providing legal analysis for new business opportunities, drafting and negotiating contracts, and managing outside counsel for specialized legal matters. You will also advise on corporate and employment issues, ensuring that the firm's legal needs are met across different jurisdictions.

Benefits
  • Annual base salary of $175,000 – $225,000
  • Discretionary bonus, if eligible
  • Benefits not specified
Things to weigh
  • Salary range is provided, but benefits are not detailed
  • Role involves managing outside counsel, which may indicate a need for strong collaboration skills
  • Experience in financial institutions is preferred, which may limit opportunities for candidates from other sectors
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