At Compass, we envision a world where the experience of selling or buying a home is simple and pleasant for everyone. Founded in 2012, Compass provides an end-to-end platform that empowers residential real estate agents to deliver exceptional service to their seller and buyer clients, all in service of our mission to help everyone find their place in the world.

As an Associate Counsel at Compass, you work on exciting matters that require proactive legal guidance. You're part of a group of talented in-house lawyers and the projects you work on challenge you to think creatively and constructively. You are energetic and collaborative -- ready to partner in initiatives that influence all aspects of Compass’s business and work with employees and agents across the company. Your contributions will be impactful, value driven, and you will play an instrumental role on the Compass Legal Team.

Please note that this is a 100% onsite position in our New York office.

At Compass You Will:

• Work closely with internal business clients and legal subject matter experts on mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, debt financing, and other strategic corporate transactions
• Manage and coordinate the legal due diligence process and advise on legal issues and risks relating to due diligence findings
• Draft term sheets and other ancillary documentation relating to strategic transactions
• Coordinate transaction signings and closings
• Work collaboratively with multiple cross-functional teams on post-transaction and integration matters
• Drive improvement of standard form agreements, transaction playbooks, and other legal processes
• Assist with legal trainings for business clients and retrospectives to identify and develop improvements

What We Look For:

• Strong academic credentials including a JD and membership in good standing in at least one state bar (NY or CA bar a plus)
• 2+ years of top-tier law firm experience
• Background in M&A, leveraged finance, or other complex transactional practice
• Confidence operating in a fast-paced environment with the desire to learn the business
• Able to manage several simultaneous projects and shift priorities under deadline pressure in a dynamic environment
• A team player with low ego who can effectively work with other attorneys and legal professionals
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and an ability to clearly and simply explain complex ideas

The base pay range for this position is $135,000-$150,700 annually; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Bonuses and restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of benefits. Base pay is based on market location. Minimum wage for the position will always be met.