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IFS

Legal Counsel - Softeon

Itasca, IL · On-site

$125K - $150K/yr

Experience as an in-house attorney, preferably for a technology company; * Experience drafting and ... Experience handling disputes without the assistance of outside counsel; Additional Information At ...

City of New York

Counsel

Manhattan, NY

DOI's General Counsel unit provides legal services and guidance to executive staff and to DOI ... In addition, for positions that have a law enforcement and/or investigative function, the candidate ...

City of New York

Counsel

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

DOI's General Counsel unit provides legal services and guidance to executive staff and to DOI ... In addition, for positions that have a law enforcement and/or investigative function, the candidate ...

City of New York

Counsel

Manhattan, NY · On-site

DOI's General Counsel unit provides legal services and guidance to executive staff and to DOI ... In addition, for positions that have a law enforcement and/or investigative function, the candidate ...

Grow With MJ

Assistant General Counsel

Redondo Beach, CA · On-site

$160K - $190K/yr

Position Overview The In-House Counsel (Associate) will support the General Counsel in managing employment law, labor compliance, and day-to-day legal matters across a multi-state workforce. This ...

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Talently

Commercial Counsel

Burbank, CA · On-site

$175K - $190K/yr

Must-Have Skills: • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school. • Active California bar membership or ability to serve as in-house counsel in California. • 2+ years of in-house or law firm ...

Monotype

Contracts Counsel

Woburn, MA · Hybrid

$80K - $100K/yr

Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school; admitted to the Massachusetts bar or eligible to register as in-house counsel. * 1-3 years of experience at a law firm or as an in-house counsel ...

Monotype Imaging, Inc.

Contracts Counsel

Woburn, MA · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school; admitted to the Massachusetts bar or eligible to register as in-house counsel. * 1-3 years of experience at a law firm or as an in-house counsel ...

Toyota

Managing Counsel - Insurance

Plano, TX · On-site

At TFS, you will help create best-in-class customer experience in an innovative, collaborative ... Reporting to the Assistant General Counsel, this role requires a seasoned legal professional with ...

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How much do entry level in house counsel jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level in house counsel in the United States is $144,018.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $118,500.00 and $172,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical day look like for an Entry Level In House Counsel?

As an Entry Level In House Counsel, your day often involves drafting and reviewing contracts, conducting legal research, assisting with compliance matters, and responding to internal business queries. You will collaborate closely with various departments such as HR, finance, and operations to provide legal guidance and help manage risk. Depending on the organization's size, you may also support more senior counsel on larger projects or regulatory filings. The environment is usually fast-paced and collaborative, offering valuable exposure to a wide range of legal and business issues.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Entry Level In House Counsel position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Entry Level In House Counsel, you need a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction, and a strong grounding in contract law, compliance, and legal research. Familiarity with legal research databases (such as Westlaw or LexisNexis), document management systems, and standard office software is common. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with non-legal colleagues are standout soft skills. These competencies ensure accurate legal support, effective internal partnerships, and risk mitigation for the organization.

What is an Entry Level In-House Counsel job?

An Entry Level In-House Counsel is a junior attorney who works directly for a company rather than a law firm. Their role typically involves providing legal advice, reviewing contracts, ensuring regulatory compliance, and assisting with risk management. They collaborate with various departments to address legal issues affecting the business. This position is ideal for recent law school graduates or attorneys with minimal experience looking to gain in-house legal experience.

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Legal Counsel - Softeon

Legal Counsel - Softeon

IFS

Itasca, IL • On-site

$125K - $150K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Company Description
IFS is a billion-dollar revenue company with 7000+ employees on all continents. We deliver award winning enterprise software solutions through the use of embedded digital innovation and a single cloud-based platform to help businesses be their best when it really matters-at the Moment of Service™.
At IFS, we're flexible, we're innovative, and we're focused not only on how we can engage with our customers but on how we can make a real change and have a worldwide impact. We help solve some of society's greatest challenges, fostering a better future through our agility, collaboration, and trust.
We celebrate diversity and accept that there are so many different perspectives in this world. As a truly international company serving people from around the globe, we realize that our success is tantamount to the respect we have for those different points of view.
By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to be part of a global, diverse environment; you will be joining a winning team with a commitment to sustainability; and a company where we get things done so that you can make a positive impact on the world.
We're looking for innovative and original thinkers to work in an environment where you can #MakeYourMoment so that we can help others make theirs.
If you want to change the status quo, we'll help you make your moment. Join Team Purple. Join IFS.
Job Description
IFS Softeon is seeking an experienced attorney for the role of Corporate Counsel. This position is for a thoughtful transactional attorney to assist IFS Softeon with all of its legal obligations, ranging from negotiating high-value commercial contracts to corporate governance to M&A to dispute management.
In this highly collaborative role, you will:
  • Serve as primary attorney for new sales transactions, including drafting and negotiating software license agreements, consulting agreements, SaaS agreements, and other commercial contracts;
  • Lead Biz Ops calls and collaborate with IFS Softeon's business teams, providing accurate and timely legal advice with integrity and responsibility, especially to Sales, Services, Finance, Marketing, and Partner teams;
  • Serve as lead attorney for legal operations, including improving legal processes and procedures and the development of standard contract terms;
  • Serve as primary attorney for corporate governance matters and provide primary legal support for audit, tax/treasury, HR/employment relations disputes, and real estate matters (leases, construction, etc.);
  • Work collaboratively with the broader IFS Softeon legal team by sharing knowledge, helping out team members, and contributing to legal newsletters and training as assigned by the CFO of IFS Softeon and the Legal Team;
  • Support global legal projects as assigned by the CFO and the Legal Team and coordinate with outside counsel as necessary;
  • Keep up to date with changes in laws and regulation and maintain a deep industry knowledge; perform other tasks as assigned or delegated by the General Counsel.

Qualifications
Required
  • Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school;
  • A minimum of 3 years of commercial transactional experience at a law firm and/or in-house legal department;
  • Licensed and in good standing to practice law in one or more states;
  • Experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts;
  • Strong attention to detail and proven ability to prioritize competing demands in a fast-paced environment;
  • Ability to work independently and demonstrate sound judgment to make real time decisions in ambiguous situations;
  • Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication, and organizational skills;
  • Interest in being a legal generalist;
  • A "roll-up your sleeves" attitude -- no project is too big or too small for you.

Preferred
  • Experience as an in-house attorney, preferably for a technology company;
  • Experience drafting and negotiating software/cloud/SaaS agreements;
  • Experience handling disputes without the assistance of outside counsel;

Additional Information
At IFS you will work in a growing, global enterprise software company where informal hierarchies promote simplicity and trust with responsibility. We strive to deepen our expertise by taking on challenging and varying work assignments in a collaborative environment together with committed colleagues.
With professionalism and a strong customer focus in everything we do, from R&D to Sales and Consultancy, we are proud to serve world-class customers all over the globe with our leading products.
If you want to change the status quo, we'll help you make your moment. Join Team Purple. Join IFS.
What We're Offering
  • Salary Range: $125,000 to $150,000 annually + bonus
  • Flexible paid time off, including sick and holiday
  • Medical, dental, & vision insurance
  • 401K with Company contribution
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Life insurance and disability benefits
  • Community involvement and volunteering events

M/F/Disabled/Vet VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We are a Drug-Free Workplace. Interested candidates should apply at: www.ifs.com/about/careers-at-ifs
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Equal Opportunity Employer

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