Legal Counsel

Octus

Octus is a leading global provider of credit intelligence, data, and analytics. Since 2013, tens of thousands of professionals across hedge fund, investment banking, management consulting, and law firm verticals have come to rely on Octus to make better, faster, and more confident decisions in pace with the fast-moving credit markets.
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Working at Octus

Octus hires growth-minded innovators and trailblazers across the globe to drive our business and culture. Our core values – Action Oriented, Customer First Mindset, Effective Team Players, and Driven to Excel – define an organizational ethos that’s as high-performing as it is human. Among other perks, Octus employees enjoy competitive health benefits, matched 401k and pension plans, PTO, generous parental leave, gym subsidies, educational reimbursements for career development, recognition programs, pet-friendly offices (US only), and much more. 

Role

You will be part of a global team responsible for analyzing credit agreements and transforming complex legal and financial documentation into structured insights within a growing global credit database. The platform supports some of the world’s largest investment banks, hedge funds, private equity firms, and financial and legal advisors in making informed credit market decisions.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze credit agreements, identifying and interpreting key commercial and legal terms.
• Assess and validate analyses prepared by colleagues in the US and London, ensuring consistency and high analytical standards.
• Verify the accuracy and reliability of data extracted using AI tools, applying expert judgment where needed.
• Input and maintain high-quality, structured data in the database, contributing to a trusted market intelligence product.
• Collaborate with international teams to continuously improve data quality and analytical processes.

Requirements

• Professional proficiency in English, with the ability to read and analyze complex legal and financial documentation.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to efficiently review, interpret, and summarize contractual terms.
• A logical, practical mindset with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Bachelor’s degree in Law or current Law student.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Octus is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse work environment where all individuals are valued, respected, and treated fairly. We believe that diversity enriches our workplace and enhances our ability to innovate and succeed.