United States onlyUS Lawyer for iWill to lead legal development and establishment of Wahed's US private client offering, focusing on Wills, probate, trusts, estate administration, tax planning, and Islamic legacy planning.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor degree and active licence to practise law in at least one US state.
- Membership in relevant trusts and estates professional bodies, Bar sections, or estate planning councils.
- Strong experience in Wills, estate planning, probate, estate administration, trusts, and private client advisory.
- Good understanding of US estate tax, gift tax, trust structures, inheritance planning, and succession matters.
- Strong legal drafting skills, including experience preparing Wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, probate documents, and estate planning materials.
- Ability to work in an early-stage, build-from-scratch environment with a high level of ownership.
- Strong commercial judgement with the ability to translate legal analysis into practical business recommendations.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly to clients, non-lawyers, and internal stakeholders.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritise, execute, and manage ambiguity in a fast-moving environment.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with leadership, product, compliance, operations, marketing, and external advisers.
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
- Visa Sponsorship
- Four Day Work Week
- Generous Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Relocation Assistance
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