Job description
Verdant Counsel Group is seeking a seasoned Senior Legal Consultant to join our New York City practice. You will guide multinational clients on contract strategy, regulatory compliance, and risk management, delivering pragmatic, business-focused advice that aligns legal risk with commercial objectives.
This role offers a premium, modern environment serving top-tier clients worldwide, where analytical rigor, clear communication, and professional integrity drive exceptional outcomes. You will collaborate with senior partners to shape complex deals, policies, and compliance programs while mentoring junior colleagues.
Responsibility
- Lead complex contract reviews and negotiations for commercial agreements, ensuring compliance, risk mitigation, and favorable business terms.
- Provide proactive regulatory guidance across sectors including financial services, data privacy, and employment law.
- Draft, negotiate, and finalize terms to protect clients while achieving commercial objectives.
- Perform due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships; prepare comprehensive due diligence reports.
- Conduct thorough legal research using Westlaw/LexisNexis and translate findings into practical recommendations and memos.
- Support policy development, compliance programs, and governance frameworks for client organizations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior leadership on high-stakes negotiations and risk assessments.
- Mentor junior attorneys and paralegals; promote best practices, training, and knowledge sharing.
Qualification
- Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school; active New York bar admission or willingness to transfer.
- 5+ years of progressive experience in corporate law, regulatory affairs, or contract counseling.
- Proven track record negotiating complex contracts for multinational clients and handling regulatory matters.
- Strong analytical, research, and drafting skills with meticulous attention to detail.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and client-relations abilities.
- Experience with privacy/compliance frameworks (GDPR/CCPA) is a plus.
- Ability to manage multiple engagements, prioritize tasks, and deliver practical solutions on tight timelines.
- Proficiency with legal research platforms and MS Office; comfortable working remotely with occasional on-site meetings in NYC.