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Legalist is an institutional alternative asset management firm. Founded in 2016 and incubated at Y Combinator, the firm uses data-driven technology to invest in credit assets at scale. We are always looking for talented people to join our team.
We are looking for a Transactions Counsel to own deal documentation across our investment strategies, working with internal colleagues to structure, negotiate, and document new investments.
Responsibilities:
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Negotiating and documenting a high volume of investment contracts across our legal assets strategies
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Working with investment colleagues to achieve business goals, while managing legal risk.
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Ability to multitask and handle many deals simultaneously.
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Process orientated and able to evaluate and implement best practices across teams interacting with the legal function.
Qualifications:
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Undergraduate and law degrees, active bar admission
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5+ years experience of transactional experience; credit and secured transaction experience highly desirable.
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Strong verbal and written communication skills.
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Self-driven, results-oriented with a positive outlook and a clear focus on high quality work product.
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Practical and commercial, able to prioritize business objectives while achieving legal goals.
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Excellent time management and organizational skills.
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Comfort working across functions while being a “team of one.”
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Prior sales experience is a strong plus.
