Junior Associate, Legal Knowledge Engineering

Job Description

Join the Legal Tech Revolution at Litera 

Are you ready to shape the future of how law is practiced? At Litera, we’re on a mission to Raise The Bar™️ for the legal profession by delivering transformational and globally-trusted solutions to law firms and corporate legal teams worldwide. We’ve been a leader in legal tech innovation for 30 years and are leading the legal AI revolution to this day with most of the world’s largest law firms as our clients. If you’re passionate about building AI-forward solutions that scale globally and want your work to impact millions of legal professionals worldwide, this is your opportunity to be part of an extraordinary team that’s elevating the craft of law. 

As part of our strategic growth and commitment to fostering collaboration and operational excellence, we are transitioning to a hybrid working model. This position is based in one of our office locations, and candidates should reside within reasonable commuting distance, as this role requires on-site presence at least three days per week. This hybrid approach enables us to build a collaborative and innovative work environment while maintaining the flexibility that supports both productivity and work-life balance. We are actively seeking talented individuals to join our team in this exciting new phase of growth. 

Available Office Locations: |Denver, CO||Raleigh, NC||Chicago, IL||Holmdel, NJ||Austin, TX||Philadelphia, PA| Boston, MA| New York City | Toronto

Overview: As a Junior Associate, Legal Knowledge Engineering at Litera, you will be part of a dynamic team that is passionate about driving innovation in the legal technology space. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge tools and collaborate with industry experts to deliver solutions that make a real difference in the legal profession.  

 Key Responsibilities:  

• Working with our product/engineering/design teams to help set the vision for new legal tech products and features within Kira and the rest of Litera.   

• Mapping out a lawyer’s current workflow to ensure our product and design teams understand how lawyers operate. 

• Experimenting and testing Generative AI to ensure our products are built the best they can be.   

• Creating prompts to allow for the accurate extraction of information from a document set.   

• Develop new “smart fields” (machine learning algorithms that can find information) and data points for documents relating to securities and/or financing transactions.   

• Maintain a thorough understanding of developments in your legal domain, and continuously identify new opportunities to build smart fields.   

• Identify opportunities to improve processes, gain efficiencies, and share best practices.    

Qualifications:  

• You have two or more years practicing as a litigation associate, ideally gained at a law firm, in house, or at a legal service provider.   

• Having some experience reviewing contracts is a plus.  

• Have a JD and have been called to the bar in at least one state/province.   

• Experience with legal operations, legal program management, and/or contract management systems is an asset.   

• Strong interest in legal technology and artificial intelligence.   

• You have strong client service skills and excellent written and verbal communication skills.   

• You have the ability to learn new technologies quickly and are not intimidated by trying something new.   

• You have extraordinary attention to detail and are highly organized.   

• You are relentless and a creative problem solver, and your analytical skills are exceptional.   

• You have strong time management skills and can successfully juggle multiple priorities.   

• You are highly responsible, self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.   

• You empathize with people. Your first instinct when asked for something is to try to find a way to say yes.   

Why Join Litera? 

• The company culture: We emphasize helping each other grow, doing the right thing always, and being part of a journey to amplify impact, creating an exciting and fulfilling work environment 
• Commitment to Employees: Our people commitment is based on what employees love most about being part of the team, focusing on tools that matter to the difference-makers in the legal world and amplifying their impact 
• Global, Dynamic, and Diverse Team: Our is a global company with ambitious goals and unlimited opportunities, offering a dynamic and diverse work environment where employees can grow, listen, empathize, and problem-solve together 
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Experience peace of mind with our health insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off, and a supportive work-life balance. We invest in your well-being and future, ensuring a rewarding career journey. 
• Career Growth and Development: We provide career paths and opportunities for professional development, allowing employees to progress through various technical and leadership roles 

The salary range for this position is $95,000 to $120,000 in the United States. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, Litera offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

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Salary Range (Ontario Applicants):
This position has a base salary range of $100,000 to $135,000 CAD, with additional eligibility for a discretionary annual bonus and benefits. The final offer will depend on experience, qualifications, and internal equity.

Litera is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Vacancy Status Disclosure: This job posting is for an existing job vacancy.

Litera may use artificial intelligence and automated tools as part of the recruitment and hiring process to support activities such as resume review, candidate matching, and workflow efficiency. These tools are designed to assist, not replace, human decision-making. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by qualified Litera professionals.

Litera is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.