Sr Legal Counsel Corporate

Academy Sports + Outdoors; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Academy Sports + Outdoors seeks a Senior Legal Counsel, Corporate to guide governance, securities law, and regulatory compliance for a publicly traded company. You will support Board activities, public reporting, and cross‑functional governance matters while advising executive leadership and investor relations teams.

In this role you will partner with Finance, Tax, IT, Internal Audit, and external advisors to manage risk, due diligence, and strategic corporate projects in a fast‑paced retail

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school and active bar admission.
• 5+ years in corporate/securities law and public company governance.
• Experience with board support, governance, and SEC reporting.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal guidance on corporate governance, securities law, and regulatory compliance.
• Support board and committee governance, disclosures, and corporate transactions.
• Advise on investor relations, disclosure controls, and financial reporting matters.
• Collaborate with Finance, Tax, IT and Audit to identify risks and enable initiatives.

Skills

Corporate Governance

Securities Law

SEC Reporting

Board Support

Regulatory Compliance

Capital Markets

Legal Drafting

Negotiation

Stakeholder Management

Project Management

Legal Technology

Communication

Problem-Solving

Judgment

Integrity

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Active State Bar membership

Tools

Legal Technology

Job description

Who We Are

At Academy Sports + Outdoors our vision is to be the best sports + outdoors retailer in the country — but what truly sets us apart is our people. We’re a passionate, purpose-driven team that’s as committed to each other as we are to our customers. We’ve spent over 80 years building a culture that puts people first. We believe in creating opportunities for growth, fostering meaningful connections, and supporting every Team Member’s journey. What fuels us? Our belief in the power of fun.

What You Will Work On

As Senior Legal Counsel, Corporate, you will provide strategic legal guidance on corporate governance, securities law, SEC reporting, regulatory compliance, and corporate transactions for a publicly traded company. You will serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, the Board of Directors, and cross-functional business teams, helping the organization navigate complex legal and governance matters while supporting long‑term business objectives. In this role, you’ll support Board and committee governance activities, public company reporting and disclosure obligations, and the management of subsidiary and affiliated entities. You will advise on securities law, investor relations, disclosure controls, financial reporting matters, and governance best practices, while helping ensure compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements. You’ll partner with teams across Finance, Accounting, Tax, Treasury, Internal Audit, Investor Relations, Compensation, and Information Technology to identify risks, solve business challenges, and support key initiatives. You will also play a meaningful role in financing activities, capital markets transactions, and other strategic corporate projects, including due diligence, governance reviews, and related disclosure requirements. As legal and regulatory landscapes continue to evolve, you will monitor developments in governance, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies, providing practical guidance on business impacts and risk mitigation. You will also leverage legal technology and AI‑enabled tools to enhance legal research, document review, drafting, benchmarking, and overall operational effectiveness while maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality and professional judgment.

Who You Will Work With

• Legal leadership team
• Executive leadership team
• Board of Directors and Board committees
• Accounting, Finance, Tax, Treasury, and Internal Audit
• Investor Relations and Compensation teams
• Information Technology and Cybersecurity teams
• External advisors, auditors, and outside counsel

What You'll Bring

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active membership in good standing with at least one State Bar
• 5+ years of experience in corporate law, securities law, capital markets, public company governance, or a related practice area
• Experience supporting public company reporting, corporate governance, and Board‑related matters
• Experience advising senior executives, Boards of Directors, and cross‑functional business partners
• In‑house experience within a large public company or retail environment preferred

Work Style And Physical Requirements

• Comfortable working in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment with evolving priorities
• Able to manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining attention to detail
• Exercises sound judgment, professionalism, discretion, and integrity when handling confidential information
• Regular in‑office attendance required
• Ability to perform job duties requiring standard hearing, vision, and computer usage
• Ability to work established company business hours and comply with company policies and procedures

Key Skills

Corporate Governance, Securities Law, SEC Reporting, Board Support, Regulatory Compliance, Capital Markets, Legal Drafting, Negotiation, Stakeholder Management, Project Management, Legal Technology, Communication, Problem‑Solving, Judgment, Integrity

Equal Employment Opportunity

Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate with regard to employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.