Lawyer / Attorney / Counsel - Junior / Senior / Lead

Catalyst Labs
Any Location, NY
Category Operations
Job Description
Catalyst Labs is a leading talent agency with a specialized vertical in Legal, Regulatory Compliance, and Corporate Governance. We are looking for pre/post-bar Legal and Compliance professionals with demonstrated experience within reputable law firms, in-house legal departments, regulatory bodies, or top financial/technology institutions.

Requirements

  • Proven experience advising, interpreting, or executing legal and compliance frameworks in live business environments.
  • Background in a respected law firm, a top-tier corporate legal team, a regulated financial institution, or a high-caliber compliance function.
  • Strong understanding of core legal fundamentals such as regulatory interpretation, contract structuring, governance controls, and risk assessment.
  • Hands-on experience with at least one major area of specialization:
  • Familiarity with modern compliance and legal operations workflows:
  • Experience interacting with regulators, auditors, external counsel, or internal leadership is highly valued.
  • Professionals with experience in emerging regulatory areas such as AI governance, algorithmic transparency, digital identity, or cybersecurity law are also welcome.
  • Strong research, drafting, and advisory skills, with the ability to translate complex regulatory obligations into actionable guidance for business teams.
  • Experience mentoring junior staff, leading cross-functional compliance initiatives, or partnering with executive stakeholders is an advantage.
  • Candidates with a track record of impactful cases, regulatory submissions, process improvements, policy frameworks, or crisis-management contributions will stand out.

Benefits

  • Take advantage of strong relationships we’ve built with General Counsels, CCOs, and executive leadership.
  • Work with recruiters who understand the difference between regulatory interpretation and regulatory implementation.
  • We prioritize your confidentiality and privacy throughout the recruitment process.
  • No spamming.
  • Support refining your resume for the roles we shortlist you for.
  • Direct communication channels: bypass gatekeepers and speak directly with actual hiring managers and decision-makers.
  • Insight on compensation structures across jurisdictions, including equity-linked roles, regulatory premium roles, and hybrid legal-compliance leadership tracks.
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