Capitol Services is currently seeking Corporate Counsel to join our growing team!
Capitol Services was founded in 1978 and has become a leading provider of services to legal and financial professionals nationwide. Our mission is to provide friendly, high-value, and superior service to our clients amid a collaborative atmosphere that encourages a balanced work-life experience for our employees.
Named one of the "Best Places to Work" by the Austin American-Statesman, we know that it takes the right mix of passion, dedication, and fun to make a well-rounded workplace. Joining the Capitol Services team means working with a best-in-class, passionate team of professionals that truly cares about the work we do and the people we do it for. If that sounds like an environment you'd like to be a part of, we'd love to talk to you! Capitol Services is an equal opportunity employer.
About the role: You will be working in our Austin, TX location assisting the Associate General Counsel and General Counsel in all aspects of legal affairs. You will be providing advice, guidance, and strategic counsel to management on a wide variety of legal issues and helping the General Counsel ensure that the company stays in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. This role involves working full time, Monday through Friday.
What You Will Do
Assist the Associate General Counsel in executing litigation strategy
Review and negotiate a wide range of contracts and agreements, including non-disclosure agreements, commercial contracts, and employment agreements
Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of the company’s privacy program in accordance with applicable privacy laws and regulations
Perform legal research and analysis, prepare and review legal documents, and draft rules, policies, and procedures
Keep abreast of legal developments and legislation impacting the company
Anticipate and mitigate potential legal problems involving the company
Assist in managing the company’s insurance portfolio and intellectual property portfolio
Who You Are
Experienced: You have a Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and a bar membership in good standing. You have experience working for a law firm or corporate legal department.
Preferred: You have industry experience working with registered agent, corporate, and lien service organizations.
Strong organizational and time management skills: You have the ability to multi-task and prioritize projects / assignments. You have strong attention to detail and exhibit a reasonable sense of urgency.
Excellent communication skills: You have excellent verbal and written communication skills. You have excellent research and technical writing skills. You communicate in both a professional and friendly manner with coworkers, correspondents, and others.
Adaptable: You are eager to use new tools and learn new processes and technologies. You can adapt to changing priorities while working in a fast-paced and high-stress environment. You have excellent problem-solving skills to address any challenges that may arise. You have excellent analytical skills.
Coachable: You have the ability to retain and implement instruction and training. You are open to learn and navigate our current processes and systems. You are not afraid to ask questions.
Positive attitude: You demonstrate a positive attitude. You are courteous and polite, especially when navigating through difficult conversations, problems, or complaints that may arise.
Team player: You are able to work in both a team and independent setting. You tend to foster support and dependability towards your peers while also getting your individual tasks done within specific time constraints.
Reliable: You are able to work during our regular business hours at your assigned location. You are a punctual individual and able to follow an assigned work schedule. You are able to maintain confidentiality at all times.
Technical competencies: You are comfortable using Microsoft software (Outlook, Word, and Excel) and interacting with Adobe PDF documents.
Office environment: You are able to remain in a stationary position 75% of the time.
What We Offer You
$70,000 annually or higher depending on experience
100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision benefits for the employee
401(k) with scheduled employer contribution
Employer-paid employee assistance program, as well as life and long-term disability insurance
4 weeks of paid time off annually, which begins accruing upon hire, and 10 paid holidays
Encouraged work-life balance including a hybrid working model with WFH equipment provided following successful training
Access to building fitness center
Office team events and learning development opportunities
Please apply with both your resume and cover letter if you think you would make a great addition to our team!
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