Commercial Attorney – In‑House Risk Team

About the role

This position is for a Commercial Attorney to join the In‑House Risk Team of a leading global law firm. You will work at the intersection of legal strategy, business operations, and client engagement, helping the firm manage commercial and legal risk on a global platform.

Key responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate complex client‑facing contracts and commercial agreements across multiple industries.
• Ensure contracts comply with ethical standards, internal policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify legal and business risks in agreements and propose practical mitigation solutions.
• Advise partners on contractual requirements, negotiations, and business‑related requests.
• Create and maintain contract templates, playbooks, and guidance materials.
• Support responses to client compliance inquiries, audits, and due‑diligence requests.
• Collaborate with Finance, Business Development, Information Security, and other risk professionals on firm initiatives.

Required profile

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
• At least 4 years of experience at a top‑tier law firm or in an internal legal role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a client‑facing orientation.
• Ability to assess legal and commercial risks and make business‑oriented decisions.
• Exceptional attention to detail and high standards of accuracy.
• Strong organizational and project‑management abilities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proactive, collaborative mindset and willingness to work across teams.

Required skills

What we offer

• Compensation up to $265,000 per year.
• Full benefits package, bonus potential, 401(k) with matching, tuition reimbursement.
• Hybrid work model in New York.
• Opportunities for high‑level decision‑making and cross‑functional collaboration.