Corporate Counsel

Hospital Housekeeping Systems • Dripping Springs, TX

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

HHS is seeking an early-career attorney to serve as its primary legal resource. The Corporate Counsel will independently manage diverse legal matters across corporate and business law, commercial transactions, real estate, estate planning, tax, collections, litigation, and government contracting, with mentorship, guidance, and oversight from the Chief Financial Officer, an experienced corporate attorney. The role involves working directly with executive and operational leadership across HHS businesses and offers substantial responsibility, exposure to business strategy and decision-making, and professional development. The preferred location is HHS’s office in Dripping Springs, Texas, near Austin. The position is hybrid; remote arrangements may also be considered for qualified candidates.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Texas or awaiting admission after successfully passing the Texas bar examination.
• Zero to two years of legal experience; recent law school graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and professional judgment.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple assignments, and take initiative.
• Intellectual curiosity and willingness to learn unfamiliar areas of law.
• Strong communication skills and a practical, business-oriented approach to problem-solving.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, and willingness to learn and effectively use AI tools and other software to improve productivity and support daily legal work.

Nice To Haves

• Recent law school graduates and newly licensed Texas attorneys are welcome.
• Resourcefulness, adaptability, and comfort taking ownership of assignments.
• Ability to independently research unfamiliar legal issues, evaluate potential solutions, and present thoughtful recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts and business agreements.
• Advise on corporate governance, business transactions, and general corporate legal matters.
• Assist with real estate transactions, leases, and property-related matters.
• Support estate planning, trust administration, tax planning and compliance, and related legal matters.
• Manage collections-related litigation and assist with other litigation and dispute resolution, including negotiating with opposing counsel and coordinating with outside counsel when appropriate.
• Research and advise on government contracting requirements, regulatory compliance, and contractual issues.
• Assist with mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions.
• Independently research legal issues, evaluate risks, and develop practical recommendations.
• Work directly with executive and operational leadership across HHS’s businesses.

Benefits

• Annual performance-based bonus opportunity of up to 10%.
• Competitive benefits package, including medical insurance and a 401(k) retirement plan.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Direct mentorship and exposure to senior executive leadership.
• Broad legal experience across multiple industries.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree