Legal Counsel

at  Bright Horizons Family Solutions

JOB REQUIREMENTS – EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s Degree - A Juris Doctor (JD) degree and a solid academic record - Required
Admitted to practice (in good standing) in Massachusetts (or another acceptable state) - Required
3 years Experience as an in-house counsel or with a law firm - Required

ADDITIONAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, listening, and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage the needs of multiple parties at the same time.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to adapt legal requirements in a pragmatic way consistent with the Company’s mission, practices, financial needs and growth plans.
• Computer skills using Microsoft programs.
• A self-starter with a strong work ethic, good judgment, and a sense of humor.
• Ability to meet deadlines and address multiple assignments in an accurate and timely manner.
• Experience in business as well as strong analytical and financial skills with a mature business sense will be highly desired.
  The range of compensation listed here or that may be discussed in the interview process is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.

PRIMARY PURPOSE

To assist in protecting and enhancing the Company’s legal and business interests, and to negotiate a variety of contracts, and to interface with internal stakeholders.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide legal advice and business support to the Company as needed in one or more areas of compliance and governance, business development and support, human resources management, and claim and incident resolutions.
• Assist in the mitigation of liability
• Participate on Legal Department teams handling matters of interest to the Company.
• Responsible for drafting and negotiating Company agreements and other instruments.