What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engagement Terms Analyst position at UNCOVER?
A leading international law firm is looking for an Engagement Terms Analyst to join its growing Risk & Compliance Team in New York.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong understanding of how law firms operate, and who has experience drafting and reviewing engagement letters within a law firm environment.
Key Responsibilities for the Engagement Terms Analyst role:
- Ensure all engagement documentation, including engagement letters and terms of business, are accurate and compliant
- Review and assess engagement terms and outside counsel guidelines (OCGs), identifying potential legal, commercial, and operational risks
- Conduct in-depth analysis to support firmwide client and sector-focused initiatives, providing insight into engagement trends and associated risks
- Provide clear, practical guidance and draft responses to both internal stakeholders and clients on engagement-related queries and requirements
- Act as a key point of contact for queries relating to client engagement terms, offering support to partners, legal teams, and business services functions
- Collaborate with Risk, Compliance, and Legal teams to ensure consistency in approach and adherence to firm standards
- Contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of engagement processes, templates, and best practices
Key Requirements:
- Proven experience within a law firm, with a strong understanding of legal operations and client engagement processes
- Demonstrable experience drafting and reviewing engagement letters and advising on engagement terms
- Familiarity with reviewing and interpreting Outside Counsel Guidelines (OCGs) and identifying associated legal and commercial risks
Take the next step in your career as an Engagement Terms Analyst and join a top-tier international law firm.