Associate Contracts Counsel

HireRight; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

HireRight in Nashville, TN is seeking an Associate Contracts Counsel to join its legal team. The role focuses on drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a diverse range of commercial agreements, including services, supplier, consulting, and licensing contracts.

You will report to the Managing Counsel and collaborate with Compliance to ensure regulatory alignment. Three days per week in the Nashville headquarters for a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active admission to a state bar in good standing.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant commercial contracting experience.
• Experience in the background screening industry or another regulated industry.
• Working knowledge of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).
• Proven ability to draft and negotiate complex contracts independently.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate a diverse range of commercial agreements (services, supplier, consulting, licensing).
• Manage contract templates and provide guidance on interpretation.
• Assist with Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and ensure regulatory compliance with company policies.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Bar admission

FCRA knowledge

Background screening industry

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

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jobs Verified: 25 Apr 2026 Nashville, TN (Hybrid - 3 days in office)

Associate Contracts Counsel

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Organising Institution / Firm

HireRight

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Nashville, TN (Hybrid - 3 days in office)

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Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school; Admission to a state bar in good standing; 4 or more years of relevant commercial contracting experience; Experience in the background screening industry or other regulated industry; Working knowledge of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).

Jobs

Full Opportunity Brief

Title: Associate Contracts CounselCategory: JobsOrganiser: HireRightDescription: HireRight, a global provider of background screening and workforce solutions, is seeking an Associate Contracts Counsel to join its legal team in Nashville. The role focuses on providing comprehensive legal support by drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a diverse range of commercial agreements, including services, supplier, consulting, and licensing contracts. The successful candidate will play a critical role in managing legal risks associated with indemnification, liability, and data protection.Reporting to the Managing Counsel, the Associate Contracts Counsel will collaborate with internal stakeholders and the Compliance Department to ensure all agreements align with company policies and regulatory requirements. Key responsibilities include managing contract templates, providing guidance on contract interpretation, and assisting with Requests for Proposal (RFPs). This is a hybrid position requiring three days per week at the Nashville headquarters.

Eligibility:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active admission to a state bar and in good standing.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in commercial contracting.
• Prior experience in the background screening industry or another regulated industry.
• Working knowledge of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).
• Proven ability to handle complex contract drafting and negotiations independently.

Deadline: Not specifiedLocation: Nashville, TN (Hybrid)Fees: NoneApplication Link: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/associate-contracts-counsel-at-hireright-4405802516Contact Information: Not specified