Legal Associate - Global Capability Center

Description
About Alvarez & Marsal
Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&Ms core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity - are why our people love working at A&M.
The Team
You will be part of A&Ms Global Legal team, a collaborative function that partners closely with business and operational teams across geographies. The team supports a wide range of commercial contracting activities while ensuring effective risk management and compliance with firm policies.
Operating in a dynamic environment, the legal team serves as a strategic partner to the business, driving consistency in contracting practices and contributing to overall operational effectiveness.
How You Will Contribute
As a member of A&Ms global legal team, you will:

• 
  Contract Review & Negotiation - Draft, review, and negotiate NDAs, non-reliance and reliance agreements, service and vendor contracts. Ensure contractual terms align with firm policies, risk appetite, and compliance requirements.
• Risk Management & Compliance - Help identify and mitigate legal risks.
• Stakeholder Collaboration - Partner with business and operational teams in support of contract negotiation and finalisation.
• Policy & Process Development - Contribute to contracting guidance and best practices
• Legal Research - Conduct research on applicable laws and regulations impacting commercial agreements.
  

Qualifications

• A Law degree (LL.B or equivalent) from a recognized institution; additional certifications in commercial law or contract management / postgraduate degree in law (LL.M or equivalent) is a plus.
• Experience: Minimum 3+ years (for junior position) / 5+ years (for senior position) post-qualification experience in commercial contract review and negotiation.
• Prior experience in professional services or consulting industry preferred.
• Strong understanding of contract law, commercial agreements, and risk assessment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, global environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with international contracting standards and cross-border transactions.
  

Your journey at A&M
We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each persons unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career. We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.