What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Associate General Counsel position at Arena Investors, LP?
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Junior Associate General Counsel to join our legal team in Jacksonville, FL or hybrid. The successful candidate will play a critical role in providing legal support and guidance on a wide range of contractual matters, litigation management, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and mitigating legal risks for the company.
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft, review, and negotiate various types of contracts and agreements.
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- Provide legal advice and support to internal departments.
- Assist in developing and implementing contract management policies and procedures.
- Conduct legal research and stay updated on relevant laws and regulations that may impact the company's contractual obligations.
- Manage and collaborate with external legal counsel.
- Support senior legal staff with special projects and other legal matters as required.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the bar in at least one U.S. state.
- 2-4 years of experience in a large law firm or in-house department.
- Strong contract drafting and negotiations skills.
- Ability to manage litigation (review pleadings, and strategy).
- Preparation of Board reports and minutes
- Regular attendance at remote meetings.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
Preferred Qualifications:
- - Experience and knowledge of U.S. Securities laws and forms; ability to understand and deal with various regulatory environments (SEC, FINRA, FCA, MSA, etc.) and applicable investment laws and regulations required (FCPA, KYC, KYB, AMC, etc.).
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Competitive salary and benefits package.
