Corporate and Commercial Attorney

World Quant develops and deploys systematic financial strategies across a broad range of asset classes and global markets. We seek to produce high-quality predictive signals (alphas) through our proprietary research platform to employ financial strategies focused on market inefficiencies. Our teams work collaboratively to drive the production of alphas and financial strategies – the foundation of a balanced, global investment platform.

World Quant is built on a culture that pairs academic sensibility with accountability for results. Employees are encouraged to think openly about problems, balancing intellectualism and practicality. Excellent ideas come from anyone, anywhere. Employees are encouraged to challenge conventional thinking and possess an attitude of continuous improvement.

Our goal is to hire the best and the brightest. We value intellectual horsepower first and foremost, and people who demonstrate an outstanding talent. There is no roadmap to future success, so we need people who can help us build it.

Location: Old Greenwich, CT, New York, NY or West Palm Beach, FL

The Role: We are seeking an exceptionally talented attorney to join our team to:

• Prepare and negotiate a high volume of varying commercial agreements for our US and international offices, such as vendor agreements, license/technology agreements, finance-related agreements, and service provider agreements;
• Take an active role in creating and updating template documents;
• Support human resources in connection with employment agreements and employment matters;
• Review and advise on marketing materials and promotional activities (including website content and social media);
• Handle corporate entity governance matters;
• Perform research in substantive areas driven by company initiatives;
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues across levels and functions;
• Contribute actively to both strategic goals and operational execution – no task is too big or too small;
• Liaise with external counsel primarily in an international setting;
• Provide clear, practical and actionable advice;
• Take ownership of deliverables from start to finish, with consistent follow-through and timely communication;
• Attend in-person and virtual meetings, as assigned; and
• Work alongside team members on day-to-day tasks and larger projects in support of global operations.

What You’ll Bring:

• 4-8 years of corporate and transactional legal experience;
• Depth of experience with a broad range of commercial agreements;
• Excellent drafting skills with a focus on clarity, precision and practical application;
• Ability to manage a high volume of work in a timely manner, while maintaining communication with stakeholders regarding expectations and outcomes;
• Experience in supporting various teams, including human resources and finance;
• The instinct to anticipate issues and address gaps proactively;
• Orientation towards action and ownership by following through, not just weighing in;
• Aptitude to quickly synthesize complex information and cultivate subject matter expertise in unfamiliar and emerging areas as needed;
• Ability to drive progress across multiple work streams while navigating evolving business needs and adjusting priorities in a dynamic environment;
• Willingness to roll up sleeves and handle work on all levels;
• Professionalism and sound, practical business judgment, delivering business-oriented solutions;
• Reliable, service-oriented and highly attentive to detail and accuracy;
• Strong interpersonal skills reflected in clear communications, reliable responsiveness and humility;
• Comfort with working independently under limited supervision coupled with strong collaboration skills, with a keen sense of knowing when to align, when to escalate and when to execute; and
• Active membership in the Connecticut, New York State or Florida Bar (or eligible for authorized house counsel status), depending on location; and international experience a plus.
• Core Benefits:
  Fully paid medical and dental insurance for employees and dependents, flexible spending account, 401k, fully paid parental leave, generous PTO (paid time off) that consists of:
  • twenty vacation days that are pro-rated based on the employee’s start date, at an…