On-Campus Legal Counsel, Academics – Florida

IMG Academy; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401k with employer match

Gym discount program

Pet insurance

Wellbeing program

FSA/HSA options

Disability insurance

Group life & AD&D

Job summary

IMG Academy seeks an experienced attorney to join the on-campus Legal Counsel, Academics team in Florida. The role focuses on employment and education law, insurance matters, and general risk mitigation to support student-athletes, staff, and the campus community.

Candidates should have 5+ years of experience, be eligible for Florida Bar admission (or Authorized House Counsel within 12 months), and excel in drafting, investigations, and cross-department collaboration in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience at a law firm and/or in-house.
• Specialization in employment and education law required.
• Florida Bar membership or Authorized House Counsel status within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on employment, education, insurance, litigation, and risk mitigation.
• Develop and refine policies ensuring a safe, compliant environment for student-athletes and staff.
• Manage investigations and collaborate with People Operations and outside counsel on immigration matters.
• Draft personnel-related templates, regulations, and SOPs; train clients on compliance.

Skills

Employment law

Education law

Policy drafting

Investigation

Negotiation

Legal counseling

Communication

Education

JD (or equivalent)

Florida Bar admission or Authorized House Counsel status

Job description

IMG Academy seeks an experienced attorney to join the on-campus Legal Counsel, Academics team in Florida. The role focuses on employment and education law, insurance matters, and general risk mitigation to support student-athletes, staff, and the campus community.

Candidates should have 5+ years of experience, be eligible for Florida Bar admission (or Authorized House Counsel within 12 months), and excel in drafting, investigations, and cross-department collaboration in a fast-paced environment.