Associate General Counsel - Corporate Transactions

Headquarters•Sarasota, FL

1d•$200,000 - $215,000•Remote

About The Position

Jackson Hewitt is seeking an Associate General Counsel who will serve as an integral part of the Company’s team of attorneys, advising on matters pertaining to key transactions and other corporate functions. Reporting to the General Counsel, the attorney will, among other responsibilities, draft and negotiate key transaction agreements, including contracts with third-party service providers, support mergers and acquisitions, provide clear legal advice on these matters, and effectively collaborate with a cross-functional base of internal stakeholders. This is a fully remote position, with occasional travel required to the Company’s headquarters in Sarasota, FL. In light of the Company’s East Coast presence, candidates in the Eastern and Central time zones will be considered.

Requirements

This position requires several years of experience providing excellent corporate transactional service to clients, either as outside counsel or in-house counsel (or a combination of both).
The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with demonstrated ability to proactively identify opportunities to enhance processes and effectively execute change, and an interest in expanding their legal expertise and participating in our Legal Department’s journey to efficiency through use of AI tools and effective transparent communication.
Strong interpersonal and client servicing skills, including through written and verbal communication, are critical.
In order to excel in this position, the ideal candidate will display a strong ability to handle and manage multiple assignments and competing deadlines.
Further, the ideal candidate must have the learning agility, initiative, and energy to both keep up with and contribute to new and changing business demands and initiatives.
This role will require experience working in a fast-paced environment and the ability to adjust and respond to dynamic business conditions.
a minimum of five years of corporate transactional experience, inclusive of contract drafting and negotiation, mergers and acquisitions, and general business representation experience working within a corporate transactional practice group at a recognized law firm or within an in-house legal department
a J.D. degree from a nationally recognized law school
an active license to practice law within the U.S.

Responsibilities

Regularly negotiate contracts independently with third parties on matters of strategic importance to Jackson Hewitt that affect a substantial portion of the Company’s business
Provide key support to Company initiatives involving mergers and acquisitions, including reviewing and advising on important transactional documentation and due diligence efforts
Independently interpret existing agreements, advise on complex situations that may arise relating to new or existing engagements, and perform due diligence or other scoping efforts relating to transactions
Manage certain matters involving corporate governance, including preparation and maintenance of board meeting minutes
Conduct legal analysis and clearly communicate legal advice to key internal stakeholders
Maintain and assure compliance with applicable corporate policies and procedures, including the Company’s Contract Management Policy
Appropriately leverage and manage outside counsel, including defining work objectives and deliverables
Exercise sound judgment in determining whether and when to escalate issues to senior attorneys and senior management
Support certain special projects involving matters of significant importance to Jackson Hewitt, as may be assigned from time to time by the General Counsel

Benefits

Bonus based on performance
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Donation matching
Health insurance
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance
Wellness resources
401(k) matching
Employee discounts
Parental leave
Competitive Salary + Bonus
Unlimited Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
401k + Match
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Pet Insurance
Company Celebrations and Appreciation Events
Fast-paced, innovative culture with an open and collaborative environment
Ample opportunity to develop core and new skillsets and have a stake in your own success
Freedom to create your best work and make a visible impact on the organization
Opportunities for advancement within the organization