Senior Counsel

As part of a small and highly collaborative legal team, ISN's Senior Counsel will report to the General Counsel and will be responsible for and assist with the legal needs of the company’s various business functions. This position is expected to uphold the mission and values established by the organization.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of General Counsel and Assistant General, the Senior Counsel will perform a wide variety of attorney and counselor functions, including:
  • Collaborate with business teams as the legal representative on all aspects of proposed business arrangements or product/service functionality developments
  • Manage the drafting, review and negotiation of all types of business agreements
  • Advise management and other internal stakeholders of the company on various legal, contractual and regulatory requirements, risks and responsibilities
  • Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external advisors on a variety of business transactions and relationships, including acquisitions, stockholder/option holder relations, debt facilities, etc.
• Performing such functions will involve varied activities, including:
  • Research and provide guidance for management and Board on legal, regulatory and compliance issues (including data privacy)
  • Examine and provide recommendations regarding legal issues related to new products and services
  • Assist with company legal matters domestically and internationally
  • Liaise with outside counsel (both domestic and foreign)
  • Maintain corporate records and contract database
  • Track and recommend ongoing process improvements to manage risk and add value to the company’s operations and to legal processes
  • Develop and draft company policies and assist with employee relations matters

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and J.D. (or equivalent) from accredited universities
• Licensed to practice law (State of Texas preferred)
• 3+ years' experience with sophisticated business relationships, transactions, and advising roles
• Impeccable ethics and integrity
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong negotiation skills
• Excels in an environment with fast pace and high expectations
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Workshare, and document/contract management software
• Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously

ISN Benefits*

• 100% company-paid monthly insurance premiums for employees and dependents
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Employee assistance program
• 4% retirement matching 
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Coverage
• Paid time off
• 0-1 year – 15 day (pro-rated first year)
• 1-5 years – 20 days
• 5-10 years – 25 days
• 10+ years – 30 days
• Holidays – 13 paid holidays
• Monthly cell phone reimbursement
• Complimentary parking space or monthly reimbursement for DART public transportation
• Team-building activities and events, including quarterly kick-off meetings and community volunteer day
• Matching charitable gift program
• Professional development & training opportunities
• Wellness Program: Focuses on community, financial, mental, nutrition, physical and social health
• Business casual, jeans allowed

*All benefits are subject to change with notice to the employee

Employees must be within a commutable distance to the Dallas, TX office and be willing to come into the office for required trainings, events, team activities, and meetings. 

All job offers will be contingent on successful completion of a drug screen and background check. ISN does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position (such as H-1B visa sponsorship in the United States). Applicants for employment must possess work authorization/right to work without the need for sponsorship by the employer now or in the future.

ISN is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.