Commercial Transactions Associate

3-5 yrs required

Full-time

No

H1: Commercial Transactions Associate – Raleigh, NC at Law Firm Williams Mullen
H2: Join Our Established Commercial Transactions Practice Group and Work with Sophisticated Clients

Are you an experienced associate with a passion for drafting and negotiating commercial contracts? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where you can work with top partners and gain significant responsibility? If so, Williams Mullen's Raleigh, NC office may have the perfect opportunity for you.

At Williams Mullen, we are seeking an associate with 3-5 years of experience in commercial transactions to join our team. In this role, you will assist clients with structuring, drafting, and negotiating complex contracts for domestic and international procurement and sale of mission-critical products and services. This includes a variety of industries, such as inbound and outbound software and technology licensing, business process outsourcing, supply chain management, and more.

As a key member of the commercial transactions team, you will also collaborate with clients to understand their business needs and provide strategic advice. You will have the opportunity to identify and mitigate legal risks and develop strategies to minimize exposure for our clients. In addition, you will have the chance to learn about new technologies and laws affecting our clients' industries, such as generative AI and data privacy regulations.

We value our attorneys' professional development and offer numerous resources for growth, including participation in bar associations, community activities, and pro bono work. Our Business Development Team also plays an active role in providing important opportunities for our associates. Plus, Williams Mullen is known for being a great place to work, with a supportive and collaborative culture.

To be considered for this position, candidates must be currently licensed in North Carolina, able to immediately waive into North Carolina, or be a member of the bar in one or more US Jurisdictions and willing to sit for the North Carolina bar. We also value strong analytical and interpersonal skills, as well as excellent written and oral communication abilities.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, creed, medical condition including pregnancy, disability, genetic information, gender identity and expression, marriage or parental status, sexual orientation, or Veteran's status.

Job Title: Commercial Transactions Associate
Location: Raleigh, NC
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Experience: 3-5 years in commercial transactions

Job Summary:
Are you an experienced associate looking for a new opportunity in commercial transactions? Look no further! Williams Mullen's Raleigh, NC office is seeking a talented individual to join our established commercial transactions practice group. In this role, you will have the chance to work with sophisticated clients and be mentored by some of our top partners, while gaining significant responsibility and positive career trajectory.

Responsibilities:
- Assist clients with structuring, drafting, and negotiating complex contracts for domestic and international procurement and sale of mission-critical products and services
- Collaborate with clients to understand business needs and provide strategic advice
- Identify and mitigate legal risks for clients in a practical, growth-oriented manner
- Stay updated on new technologies and laws affecting clients' industries, such as generative AI and data privacy regulations
- Work effectively as part of a team while also taking individual responsibility for client matters
- Demonstrate strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills

Qualifications:
- 3-5 years of experience in commercial transactions
- Currently licensed in North Carolina, able to immediately waive into North Carolina, or a member of the bar in one or more US Jurisdictions and willing to sit for the North Carolina bar
- Strong attention to detail
- Passion for excellence and willingness to take initiative
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Benefits:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Professional development opportunities, including participation in bar associations, community activities, and pro bono work
- Supportive and collaborative work culture
- Equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce

To Apply:
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and transcript to the Director of Attorney Recruiting. Search firms and legal recruiters will not be accepted for this position.

Join our team at Williams Mullen and take your career to the next level as a Commercial Transactions Associate in Raleigh, NC. We look forward to receiving your application!

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Professional Development Opportunities, Bar Association and Community Activities, Pro Bono Work.

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Drafting, Negotiating, Strategic Business Advice, Risk Management, Analytical, Interpersonal, Written Communication, Oral Communication.

Law Degree.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and transcript to the Director of Attorney Recruiting.

Qualification and Experience Law Degree, Licensed to practice law in North Carolina or ability to waive into North Carolina, Member of the bar in one or more US jurisdictions.

Legal