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In-House Counsel (UK Law Reviewer) at Mercor
posted 3 months agoUK In-House Counsel | $150–160/hr | Remote (United Kingdom)
Mercor is partnering with a leading legal AI company to evaluate how accurately AI systems respond to real UK law questions. We are seeking experienced in-house counsel based in the United Kingdom to serve as expert reviewers, comparing AI-generated legal responses and scoring them against a standardized rubric.
What You'll Do
- Run identical prompts across two AI (LLM) platforms and compare outputs side by side
- Score each AI response using a standardized evaluation rubric provided by the team
- Submit concise, well-reasoned written feedback for every evaluation completed
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience as in-house legal counsel practising in the United Kingdom
- Strong command of UK law, with particular expertise in commercial and contract matters
- Sharp attention to detail and precise written English communication skills
- Ability to work independently, adhere to a rubric, and meet deadlines consistently
Logistics
- Initial commitment: Approximately 10 hours, with strong potential for ongoing work
- Confidentiality: All work is covered under a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)
- Compensation: USD $150–$160 per hour
This is a flexible, remote contractor role ideal for UK-based legal professionals looking to contribute to the development of cutting-edge legal AI technology.
How to apply for this role
- Upload your resume — keep it up-to-date and in English. Mercor will auto-fill your profile from it.
- Complete the AI interview — a 15-minute conversation about your experience. Be ready to discuss specific projects and challenges you've solved.
- Submit your application — only about 20% of applicants finish all the steps, so completing yours puts you well ahead.