Corporate Counsel - Remote

Overview

A high-growth organization operating performing arts schools and businesses is seeking an experienced Corporate Counsel to join their legal team. This full-time, remote position prefers candidates located in the Eastern or Central time zones. The role focuses on providing legal support across commercial contracts, compliance, and operational matters within the performing arts education sector.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted legal advisor to executives and business units on operational, compliance, and other legal issues
• Lead drafting, review, and negotiation of commercial agreements including leases, NDAs, employment contracts, and license agreements
• Design, implement, and monitor compliance programs and policies to ensure adherence to laws, regulations, and safety standards
• Identify and mitigate compliance risks across multiple business units
• Develop scalable legal infrastructure such as templates, playbooks, policies, and decision frameworks to support organizational growth
• Balance legal risk with business objectives to facilitate informed decision-making
• Collaborate with the legal team to maintain consistent, high-quality legal support
• Manage outside counsel to ensure efficient and effective outcomes
• Drive and execute cross-functional and cross-business initiatives

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school
• Active membership in good standing with a U.S. state bar
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant legal experience, particularly in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts including commercial leases
• Strong business judgment with an entrepreneurial and strategic mindset
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence internal and external partners
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of prioritizing in a fast-paced environment
• Executive presence and confidence when advising senior leadership
• Adaptable, curious, and motivated to grow within a scaling organization
• Ability to translate complex legal and regulatory issues into clear, actionable guidance
• High integrity, discretion, and strong ethical standards

Preferred Qualifications

• Interest or experience in performing arts and/or performing arts education
• Experience at a top-tier law firm and/or in-house legal department
• Experience supporting multi-site businesses
• Some background in general litigation, employment law, and/or compliance

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual base salary range: $145,000–$175,000, determined by work location, skills, experience, and education
• Bonus eligibility
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with employer match
• Opportunity for professional growth within a mission-driven arts organization

Location

• Remote position with preference for candidates in Eastern or Central time zones

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit the following to be considered:

• Resume
• Brief cover letter outlining interest and relevant experience
• Responses to a short questionnaire

Applications missing a cover letter or questionnaire responses will not be reviewed. Review of applications will begin on August 12, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Equal Opportunity Statement

This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or genetic information. Employment consideration will be consistent with applicable laws, including those related to arrest and conviction records.

Note: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. Violations may result in criminal penalties and civil liability.