Commercial Attorney (In-House Risk Team)
Job Description
Position: Commercial Attorney (In-House Risk Team)
Location: New York, NY (Hybrid)
Company: Globally Recognized AM 100 Law Firm
Comp Package: Salary to 265K, Full Benefits, Bonus, 401K+, Tuition Reimbursement, and Comprehensive Firm Benefits
Overview
A leading Global Law Firm is seeking a Commercial Attorney to join its in-house Risk team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of legal strategy, business operations, and client engagement. The attorney will play a key role in drafting and negotiating sophisticated client-facing agreements, advising partners on complex contractual requirements, and helping the firm navigate legal and commercial risks across a global platform. The position provides exposure to high-level decision-making, collaboration with cross-functional teams across the firm, and the opportunity to shape processes that support client relationships while strengthening the firm’s risk management framework.
Responsibilities for Commercial Attorney (In-House Risk Team):
- Draft and negotiate complex client-facing contracts and commercial agreements across a variety of industries and legal representations
- Ensure that client contracts comply with applicable ethical standards and the firm’s internal policies and guidelines
- Identify and evaluate legal and business risks within client agreements and develop practical solutions to mitigate those risks
- Advise and collaborate with firm partners on client contractual requirements, negotiations, and business-related requests
- Draft and maintain contract templates, playbooks, and guidance materials to support efficient contract review and negotiation processes
- Assist with responses to client compliance inquiries, audits, and risk-related due diligence requests
- Partner with internal teams including Finance, Business Development, Information Security, and other risk professionals on firm initiatives
Requirements for Commercial Attorney (In-House Risk Team):
- JD required with at least 4 years of experience at a top-tier law firm as a practicing attorney or in an internal law firm role
- Strong experience drafting and negotiating commercial agreements and client-facing contracts
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong client-facing and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to assess legal and commercial risks and make sound, business-oriented decisions
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to high standards of accuracy and quality
- Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Proactive, collaborative mindset with the ability to work across teams and contribute to broader risk management initiatives