Corporate Counsel

H&R Block, Inc.; Missouri; Hybrid; USD 120,900 - 205,500; Full time

Job summary

H&R Block, Inc. is seeking a seasoned in-house counsel to provide legal advice across business operations, transactions, and strategic initiatives in the US and Canada.

You will analyze complex matters, draft and negotiate agreements, and supervise outside counsel within budget while partnering with executive leadership to mitigate risk and enable growth across small business services and fintech-adjacent initiatives.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate required with Missouri Bar license or eligibility.
• At least five years of legal experience in a large law firm or corporate legal department.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and written/oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and external counsel.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Research, analyze and provide legal advice to business units on complex matters related to operations, products and initiatives.
• Advise on complex transactions with sophisticated counterparties and service providers; draft and negotiate related agreements.
• Mitigate risk in client interactions, disclosures, privacy, data usage and marketing matters.
• Collaborate with VP-Legal and executives to support strategic initiatives and corporate objectives.
• Monitor evolving laws and develop compliant solutions across domestic and international activities.
• Serve as SME on small business services, including bookkeeping, payroll, payments and fintech.
• Oversee outside counsel within budget and manage high-demand projects as needed.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Skills

Juris Doctorate

Legal analysis

Negotiation

Contract drafting

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder management

Education

Juris Doctorate degree

Licensed to practice law in Missouri (or eligible)

Missouri Bar within six months

Job description

About the Role

At H&R Block, your contributions will go far beyond any job description. When you join our team, you’ll add to the momentum of a forward-thinking company—one that defined an industry and is now leading its transformation.

This position provides legal advice to H&R Block, Inc. and its subsidiaries on a variety of complex legal issues, including business operations and complex transactions in support of strategic imperatives.

Day to Day

• Research, analyze and provide legal advice to business units on complex legal and compliance matters related to Company’s operations, product and strategic initiatives, particularly in the area of small business services, with a focus on DIY software solutions offered in both the US and Canada.
• Provide legal counsel and guidance regarding complex transactions involving sophisticated counterparties and external service providers, including professional services agreements, licenses, and other strategic sourcing agreements.
• Assist with legal review and risk mitigation tactics regarding all aspects of client interactions, including consumer disclosures and agreements, identity verification and authentication, e-signatures, marketing, privacy and data use, and customer service.
• Work closely with the VP-Legal Financial Services/Franchise/Small Business, General Counsel, and key business partners to provide high level legal support on a variety of initiatives.
• Monitor evolving laws that may impact the business and help design and implement compliant solutions.
• Serve as a department subject matter expert on matters related to small business services, including bookkeeping, payroll, payments, financial technology, advisory services, and commercial finance solutions.
• Contribute to team efforts by timely meeting commitments and working collaboratively with minimal supervision.
• Periodically assist with diverse high demand legal projects outside normal area of focus.
• Manage outside counsel within budget.
• Some domestic or international travel may be required.

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate degree plus license to practice law in one or more states. A current member of the Missouri Bar or an ability to become a member of the Missouri Bar within six months.
• At least five years of legal experience at a large law firm, corporate legal department, or similar.
• Detail-oriented focus, with demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with an ability to communicate and persuade a wide range of audiences.
• Proven ability to build strong, collaborative relationships with clients and external partners, delivering thoughtful, customer-focused legal guidance that supports business objectives.
• Ability to plan and coordinate multiple projects and work initiatives at the same time.
• A positive attitude, a collegial approach, and an instinct to go “above and beyond” in order to achieve the optimal outcome for the Company.

Preferred Qualifications

• Significant experience providing legal advice on complex matters related to small business services and solutions.
• Some experience providing legal advice on complex matters related to financial services in banking and/or fintech, including BSA/AML advice.
• Significant experience working on complex corporate transactions involving sophisticated counterparties and external service providers.
• Experience with AI powered tools and practices incorporated into daily work.
• Significant experience working with and providing legal advice to senior executives.

Why work for us

At H&R Block, our purpose is simple: to provide help and inspire confidence in our clients and communities everywhere. For more than 70 years, we’ve led the tax industry and we continue to evolve through our Block Next strategy, blending human expertise with digital innovation.

That same commitment to care extends to our associates. When you join us, you become part of a High Performing, Connected Culture built on strong relationships, continuous learning, and a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. We invest in your well‑being through competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and support for life both in and outside of work.

Pay Range Information

The pay range for this position is listed below. Local minimum wage laws apply. This information is posted pursuant to local requirements to provide applicants with information about what they might be eligible to receive. Individual pay decisions will depend on job‑related factors such as experience, education, skill, performance, and geographic location where work will be performed. Successful candidates may be able to participate in one or more incentive compensation or short-term incentive plans, which could generate additional earnings in accordance with the terms of each plan.

Qualifying associates can enroll themselves and/or their eligible dependents in medical and prescription drug coverage; can participate in the H&R Block Retirement Savings Plan (401(k) Plan), the Employee Assistance Program, (virtual) fitness center programs, and the associate discount program; are automatically enrolled in Business Travel Accident Insurance; and receive Associate Tax Prep benefit.

Pay Range

$120,900.00 - $205,500.00/Yr.

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