Focus Financial Partners

Assistant Vice President, Senior Associate Counsel – Procurement

Focus Financial Partners

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: Massachusetts • Montana • United States

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Salary

💰 $150,000 - $170,000 per year

Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of technology and data-driven commercial agreements, including software, AI-enabled tools, consulting, IT, professional services, non-disclosure agreements and other standard commercial contracts.
  • Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams to ensure contractual terms align with organizational objectives and applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Contribute to the development, refinement, and maintenance of contract templates, clause libraries, negotiation playbooks, and internal guidance to promote efficiency, consistency, and scalability in contracting and procurement practices.
  • Stay informed on evolving laws, regulations and industry standards impacting commercial contracting, procurement, data privacy and technology transactions, including emerging trends related to AI and technology contracting.

Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and a Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university.
  • Active attorney’s license in good standing in all jurisdictions of admission.
  • 4+ years of legal experience with a strong foundation in commercial contract law, with a preference for candidates who have focused on technology contracts within the financial services sector, particularly in the registered investment advisor space.
  • Prior in-house legal experience is required.
  • Proven expertise in contract negotiation, drafting, and review, with the ability to manage complex agreements efficiently.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize a high volume of contracts across multiple projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Highly detail-oriented with a proactive, strategic approach to problem-solving and risk management.
  • Strong ability to collaborate cross-functionally with business leaders and stakeholders, providing clear, actionable legal guidance.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts to both legal and non-legal audiences.
Benefits
  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • life
  • 401(k)
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
contract negotiationcontract draftingcontract reviewcommercial contract lawdata privacytechnology transactionslegal compliancerisk managementlegal guidanceAI-enabled tools
Soft Skills
detail-orientedstrategic problem-solvingcollaborationcommunicationprioritizationtime managementadaptabilitystakeholder engagementactionable guidanceproactive approach
Certifications
Juris Doctor (J.D.)active attorney’s license