Senior Corporate Counsel: Governance & Capital Markets

Academy Sports and Outdoors

Katy (TX)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 200,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Academy Sports + Outdoors seeks a seasoned corporate attorney to join its in-house Legal team. You will counsel on governance, securities, and capital markets for a publicly traded company, partnering with executives and the Board.

The role emphasizes collaboration across Finance, Tax, Internal Audit, Investor Relations, and IT, supporting disclosures, transactions, and strategic initiatives while upholding integrity and confidentiality.

Qualifications

JD from an accredited law school.
Active State Bar membership.
5+ years of experience in corporate/securities law or capital markets.
Experience supporting public company governance and reporting.
In-house experience in a large public company or retail environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic legal guidance on corporate governance, securities law, SEC reporting, and regulatory compliance.
Advise executive leadership, Board of Directors, and cross-functional teams on governance matters.
Support Board and committee governance activities, disclosures, and entity management.
Collaborate with Finance, Tax, Internal Audit, Investor Relations, and IT on risk and initiatives.
Leverage technology and AI-enabled tools for research, drafting, and efficiency while maintaining confidentiality.