Senior Legal Counsel, Transactions and Employment

We are looking for a dedicated and highly skilled Legal Counsel specializing in transactional and employment law to join our in-house legal team. In this integral role, you will provide comprehensive legal support and guidance on a wide range of transactional matters and employment law issues. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in commercial and employment law, coupled with excellent analytical skills and the ability to provide practical, business-focused legal advice.

What You Will Do

As a Senior Legal Counsel, you will work on a variety of technology transactions and human capital management matters while supporting the General Counsel and handling special projects as they arise. You will draft, review, and negotiate high-stakes agreements, audit third-party vendor risk, and provide real-time legal counsel to the HR team on hiring, performance management, and workplace investigations.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This is a highly visible role that offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment where your expertise will contribute directly to the company's success and growth. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial and employment law, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to provide practical, business-focused legal advice.

Requirements

• JD from an ABA Accredited Law School
• Active license to practice law and capable of meeting in-house admission requirements in Texas
• 5+ years of experience as practicing attorney with a focus on transactional work and employment law
• Ability to successfully manage competing priorities
• Demonstrated track record of handling complex, high-value transactions
• Strong project management skills and a keen attention to detail
• Ability to work with and develop relationships based on trust with individuals at all levels of the organization
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be eligible to work in the US without restrictions for any employer
• Must be able to commute to the office located in Plano, TX

Benefits

• Top-notch medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
• Wellness program
• Parental leave
• 401K match and savings plan
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time off