Lawyer / Attorney / Counsel - Junior / Senior / Lead

Catalyst Labs
Seattle, WA
Category Operations
Job Description
Role Overview

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. We operate deeply inside our clients' hiring processes not as an external vendor, but as an embedded extension of their executive and in-house legal teams.

What You Will Do

Proven experience advising, interpreting, or executing legal and compliance frameworks in live business environments. Hands-on experience with at least one major area of specialization, such as Corporate / Commercial, Real Estate, Venture capital / Private equity / M&A, Employment & Labor, Finance / Fintech / Payments Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Data Privacy, Securities & Investment Regulation, Digital Assets / Web3 Regulatory, Anti-Money Laundering / KYC / Sanctions, Internal Investigations / Litigation.

Why It Might Be a Fit

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.

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

Benefits

  • Strong relationships with General Counsels, CCOs, and executive leadership
  • 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
  • Confidentiality and privacy throughout the recruitment process
  • Support refining your resume for the roles we shortlist you for
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