Legal Counsel

About 9fin

The world's largest asset class, debt, operates with the worst data.

Technology has revolutionized equity markets with electronic trading, quant algos and instantaneous news. However, in debt capital markets, the picture is completely different. It still behaves like it’s in the 1980s; trillions of dollars of trades are placed over the phone, news is slow, and corporate credit information is imperfect and scattered.

Our mission is to change this.

9fin's proprietary technology delivers fast and comprehensive financial, credit, legal & ESG analysis. Our clients are able to make faster, more informed decisions, win more business and most importantly, save time.

Our fast growing list of clients include 9 of the top 10 Investment Banks, leading Asset Managers, Hedge Funds and Law Firms.

If you’re a New York State qualified attorney with experience at a reputable law firm, or an established in-house legal team, looking to move to a fast moving start up — look no further! 9fin’s legal function is in the early stages of its development so this is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping its future.

The ideal candidate will have exposure to some of the following topics: corporate commercial work, including contracting (sales contracts, vendor agreements, NDAs), data protection, intellectual property, and other general corporate functions (employment, IP, etc.). You will be working across the global business, and while you won’t be expected to be an expert in non-US law, you will be exposed to areas relevant to 9fin. You will report to the Director of Corporate Operations, working alongside your Legal Counsel counterpart based in London, and be one of the go to persons for 9fin’s corporate legal work.

Every day is different, but here’s an example of the kind of things you’ll work on:

• Deeply involved in the contracting process, e.g. reviewing sales and vendor contracts and support with negotiations

• Assist with a variety of long-term corporate legal strategy projects and implementation, helping to drive 9fin’s long term success. Some examples are:

  • Help 9fin implement leading edge AI contracting strategy and policies

  • Build-out compliance programs for new legislation (not just in the US!), such as DORA

• Help 9fin to mature as a business by drafting key policies that not only help with compliance, but drive the business forward

• Help to implement and maintain corporate archives as well as formal processes including filings, option grants, board packs, etc.

• Review and negotiate any number of critical agreements, including vendor contracts, and non-disclosure agreements (generally a low volume task at 9fin)

• Review and update standard form corporate documents (sales contracts, NDAs, etc.)

• Assist with initiatives related to Data Protection and Cyber Security compliance

This role will be a great fit if you are a qualified attorney in New York State, and have worked for at least three years. We are looking for someone who identifies with the following traits, even if you don’t have all of them.

• Team player: You enjoy working with a team that all pulls in the same direction, and you want to build-up those around you, helping the whole team succeed

• Growth mindset: You believe that your most basic abilities can be developed through dedication and hard work — brains and talent are just the starting point

• Commercial awareness: Some exposure to corporate in-house work, including contract review and negotiation

• Want to build a business: You are interested in 9fin’s business and want to be a commercial partner to the business

• Strong attention to detail: With exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills - you only deliver work you believe is complete

• Ability to work quickly and accurately: You are happy to work with some time pressure, and can quickly interpret information and construct effective solutions to complex problems, often working to tight deadlines

• Willingness to challenge the status quo: You see how things could be done better, and you aren’t afraid to speak up

• Communication: Demonstrate clear and effective written and verbal communication, conveying messages accurately and concisely

We’re a scaling start up and we enjoy sharing our success, when the company succeeds, we always reinvest that in our people. We also offer huge amounts of responsibility, an abundance of opportunity for growth and a platform to truly excel.

Finance & Insurance

• Salary: $180,000 - $210,000 equity options

• 401(k) (9fin pay 3%, employee contributions are uncapped)

• Private Health Insurance, with Dental and Vision

• Paid sick leave

• Disability Insurance (New York)

• Commuter Benefit

Time off

• 25 vacation days per year

• Local public holidays (with the ability to exchange them for alternative days)

• Hybrid working model

• Work abroad for up to 3 months a year

• 1 month paid sabbatical after 5 years of service

• Enhanced parental leave & flexible working arrangements available 

Training & Culture

• Professional learning and development budget

• Quarterly team socials

• Summer and Winter company-wide social events

“9fin is a fast growing and evolving business, there are so many opportunities to grab hold of. I’m looking for someone to join the in-house legal team and immediately make an impact by being proactive, excited and willing to completely own projects.” — Brian Dearing, Director of Corporate Operations

9fin is an equal opportunities employer

At 9fin we are dedicated to building and promoting a fair and inclusive workplace where everyone can reach their full potential and truly belong. We recognize that building diverse teams enables a more creative and productive environment. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be who we’re looking for — either for this role, or perhaps another.