Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
Active and in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar
3-5 years of relevant legal experience, preferably in commercial contracts and technology transactions
Proven experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements
Hands-on experience with software licensing agreements, including on-premises and SaaS solutions
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and contract drafting skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Responsibilities
Review, draft, and negotiate various commercial agreements, including sales and customer agreements
Partner with internal stakeholders to identify contractual risks and provide legal guidance
Assist with the preparation and legal review of Requests for Proposal (RFPs)
Coordinate responses to customer and government security questionnaires and compliance requests
Review contract terms related to data security, confidentiality, and intellectual property
Support contract lifecycle activities and maintain accurate documentation
Conduct legal research and provide guidance on commercial matters
Benefits
Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams
Opportunities for professional development and skill expansion
Engagement in diverse legal and business projects
Flexibility to take on unfamiliar projects and learn new areas
Supportive culture that values attention to detail and high-quality work
Full Job Description
Position Summary
We are seeking a motivated and business-minded Contract Attorney with 3-5 years of relevant legal experience to support a broad range of commercial, contractual, and compliance matters. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience reviewing and drafting commercial agreements, including software licensing agreements for both on-premises and SaaS solutions.
This role requires strong analytical and drafting skills, sound business judgment, attention to detail, and the flexibility to take on a variety of legal and business projects. The successful candidate will be comfortable learning new areas, working collaboratively with internal stakeholders, and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities
Review, draft, revise, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including:
Sales and customer agreements
Software license agreements
SaaS and on-premises software agreements
Vendor and supplier agreements
Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)
Other commercial contracts and related documents
Partner with internal stakeholders to understand business objectives, identify contractual risks, and provide practical legal guidance.
Assist with the preparation and legal review of Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and related customer submissions.
Coordinate and manage responses to customer and government security questionnaires, audits, and other compliance-related requests.
Review contract terms related to data security, confidentiality, intellectual property, licensing, warranties, indemnification, limitation of liability, and other commercial matters.
Support contract lifecycle activities, including maintaining accurate documentation and helping ensure contractual obligations and requirements are understood by appropriate stakeholders.
Conduct legal research and provide guidance on commercial and contractual matters as needed.
Work collaboratively with Legal, Sales, Finance, Information Security, Procurement, and other business functions.
Assist with special projects and other legal or business matters as assigned.
Demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to take on unfamiliar projects, develop new skills, and expand knowledge into new areas based on business needs.
Required
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
Active and in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar.
3-5 years of relevant legal experience, preferably involving commercial contracts and technology transactions.
Demonstrated experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements.
Hands-on experience with software licensing agreements, including both on-premises software and SaaS arrangements.
Strong contract drafting, negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to identify legal and business risks and communicate them clearly to non-legal stakeholders.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments and competing priorities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments.
Willingness to take on a wide variety of projects and learn new subject areas and skills.
Preferred
Experience supporting technology, software, or other business-to-business commercial transactions.
Experience assisting with RFPs, customer security questionnaires, government questionnaires, or audit responses.
Familiarity with information security, data privacy, and technology-related contractual provisions.
Experience working directly with Sales, Information Security, Procurement, Finance, or other cross-functional business teams.
Key Competencies
Commercial and business judgment
Contract drafting and negotiation
Customer-focused problem solving
Attention to detail
Organization and prioritization
Clear and concise communication
Collaboration and relationship building
Adaptability and intellectual curiosity
Initiative and willingness to learn
About BlueCrest
BlueCrest is a global financial services company that specializes in hedge fund management and investment services. The company was founded in 2000 by Michael Platt and is headquartered in London, England. BlueCrest manages a range of hedge funds and other investment vehicles, and has offices in several countries, including the United States, Switzerland, and Singapore. The company has been recognized for its strong performance and innovative investment strategies, and has won several industry awards. BlueCrest is committed to responsible and sustainable business practices, and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.
