Corporate - Contract Law Attorney in Jersey City, NJ

In-House

Jersey City, NJ

Corporate - Contract Law Attorney in Jersey City, NJ

Attorney

Min 7 yrs required

No

Job Title: Assistant General Counsel
Location: Jersey City, NJ, United States
Experience: 7+ years as a practicing lawyer
Salary Range: $125,000 - $220,000 USD

The Assistant General Counsel role at DTCC offers a unique opportunity to make a real impact in the financial markets. As a member of the General Counsel's Office, you will have the chance to work on innovative projects, collaborate with a dynamic team, and receive investment in your professional development. DTCC is committed to helping its employees grow and succeed, and offers a competitive compensation package, comprehensive health and life insurance, retirement benefits, and a flexible work arrangement of 3 days onsite and 2 days remote.

In this role, you will be responsible for providing legal advice and guidance to DTCC’s worldwide procurement and sourcing team. This includes supporting contract negotiation, conducting risk analysis, and drafting custom agreements. You will also have the opportunity to collaborate with other team members within the General Counsel’s Office on various projects, including coverage of DTCC’s Institutional Trade Processing business line.

To be successful in this role, you should have at least 7 years of experience as a practicing lawyer, with a background in SAAS/software licensing agreements, procurement contracting, or complex commercial agreements in a regulated financial services company. You must also be a . licensed lawyer in good standing.

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and negotiation skills, as well as excellent communication and organizational abilities. You should be able to work autonomously and handle competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

At DTCC, we value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. We offer reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities and promote a flexible work arrangement to encourage openness and teamwork. Join our team and make a meaningful contribution at a company that is recognized as a thought leader in both the financial services and technology industries.