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Legal Counsel

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Acceleration Partners

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Location/Place/Mode

New York, NY (Remote)

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Eligibility

J.D. and active bar membership (or retired in good standing) with 8+ years of legal experience, focusing on contract law.

Opportunity

Title: Legal Counsel
Category: Jobs
Organiser: Acceleration Partners
Location: New York, NY (Remote - EST/CST preferred)
Eligibility: J.D. and active bar membership (or retired in good standing) with 8+ years of legal experience, focusing on contract law. Prior in-house or agency/services industry experience and familiarity with data protection/privacy (e.g., GDPR) are highly preferred.
Salary: $160,000 - $180,000 + bonus (depending on location and experience)
Deadline: Not specified Description:
Acceleration Partners is seeking a full-time, remote Legal Counsel to serve as an in-house legal resource. The role primarily focuses on drafting, reviewing, and negotiating client and vendor contracts, while also supporting compliance, data privacy, and HR/employment matters. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced attorney looking for substantive, high-impact work in a flexible, fully remote environment. Key Responsibilities:
  • Client Contracts: Own the end-to-end client contract process, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating client services agreements.
  • Vendor Contracts: Serve as the primary legal contact for vendor relationships, ensuring compliance with data privacy and security standards.
  • Disputes and Legal Matters: Handle routine disputes and legal inquiries, and coordinate with external counsel on complex litigation or regulatory matters.
  • HR Legal Advisory: Partner with the People team to advise on employment-related legal questions and compliance.
  • Corporate Governance: Support basic corporate governance matters across global entities.

Perks & Benefits:
  • 100% remote work
  • Group medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401K with matching
  • Open Paid Time Off, plus Summer & Holiday Wellness Breaks
  • Wellness, Technology & Education Allowances

Application Link: Apply on LinkedIn