Focus Financial Partners · 1 day ago
AVP - Commercial Counsel, Procurement
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
$150K/yr - $170K/yr
4+ years expFocus Financial Partners is a leading partnership of fiduciary wealth management and related financial services firms. They are seeking an experienced attorney to join as Associate Vice President - Commercial Counsel, Procurement, responsible for providing legal counsel on commercial contracts and enhancing procurement processes.
Asset ManagementFinanceFinancial ServicesWealth Management
Responsibilities
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
Address key contractual terms related to data rights, confidentiality, intellectual property and information security in support of technology-driven and commercial transactions
Execute contracts from intake through negotiation and execution, supporting timely and commercially sound outcomes and escalating complex or high-risk issues as appropriate
Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams, including finance, tax, technology, procurement, vendor management, cybersecurity and legal colleagues, to ensure contractual terms align with organizational objectives and applicable legal and regulatory requirements
Serve as a key legal partner throughout the vendor lifecycle, supporting vendor selection and onboarding, ongoing relationship management, contract changes and renewals, and offboarding, as needed
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
Support the continuous improvement of contracting and procurement policies, procedures and best practices in alignment with strategic business initiatives and operational needs
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
Advise internal stakeholders on relevant regulatory developments and their implications for contractual obligations and business practices, supporting ongoing compliance and risk mitigation
Qualification
Required
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
An annual cash bonus
A comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, life and 401(k)
Company
Focus Financial Partners
Focus Financial Partners is a partnership of fiduciary wealth management firms that offers support and access to capital for growth.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$85M2023-02-27Acquired
2018-07-25IPO
2009-11-16Series Unknown· $50M
Leadership Team
Michael Nathanson
Chief Executive Officer
Adam Birenbaum
President
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