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Legal Operations Associate

Berkeley, CAFull-time2026-08-26 → 2026-11-11
Hybrid · United StatesNo visa sponsorship

Core

Support the Legal Department across core work streams including fund launches, investor side letter review, contract negotiations, IP matters, and secured finance transactions at a quantitative investment firm.

Role type

Legal Operations Associate (early-career)

Builds

Legal and compliance infrastructure for a quantitative hedge fund

Domain

Finance / Quantitative Investment / Legal Operations

Required skills

contract negotiation, project management, cross-functional collaboration, critical thinking, analytical skills, attention to detail

Preferred skills

ability to manage ambiguity, strong communication, ownership mindset

Technologies

legal tech tools, contract management systems

Responsibilities

Support fund and investment product launches, review and negotiate investor side letters, handle NDA and commercial contract negotiations, manage IP and trademark matters, assist with secured finance transactions, manage legal department projects, coordinate with outside counsel, collaborate with Engineering, Finance, Compliance, HR, and Trading teams

Seniority

Early-career, hands-on IC