Associate General Counsel - Corporate Transactions

Title: Associate General Counsel - Corporate Transactions

Location: Sarasota, FL 34232

Job Description:

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

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.

 

What you will do here:

• 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

Skills you will bring for success:

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. 
 

The ideal candidate should also possess the following qualifications: 

• 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.

Salary / Compensation:

• Annual salary range: $200,000 - $215,000
• Performance bonus: 35%

What you’ll get if you join us: 

• 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

This is a remote position.

Compensation: $200,000.00 - $215,000.00 per year

Working at Jackson Hewitt

Jackson Hewitt is a national brand with local heart. After 40+ years and our name on over 65 million returns, we’re not only committed to providing a better tax experience for the hardest-working Americans, but we also strive to change the lives in our communities for the better, too. We offer a full suite of tax preparation services and guidance. Join us. 

Taxes are fun (really!)

At Jackson Hewitt, we’re proud to offer tax training to beginners and continuing education courses for more seasoned Tax Pros. We offer on-the-job mentorships too, and we’re always championing your professional success and personal goals. Enjoy a flexible schedule and work that works around you for a change. Plus, start earning extra income and learning a recession-proof life skill now.

 

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Thank you for your interest in Jackson Hewitt Inc., Jackson Hewitt Technology Services, LLC, Tax Services of America, Inc., or any of its or their subsidiaries, affiliates, or related entities (collectively herein, “Jackson Hewitt” or the “Company,” but excluding independently owned and operated franchise locations). The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination against or harassment of any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 

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