Entry Level Assistant General Counsel Jobs
New grad assistant general counsel jobs draw recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a focused legal portfolio can carry more weight than years on a resume. Most openings are Education, Government & Public Sector, and Insurance roles across on-site, remote, and hybrid settings, with employers like Travelers, Regions Bank, and Solar Landscape hiring at this level now.
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Thank you for your interest in a career at Regions. At Regions, we believe associates deserve more than just a job. We believe in offering performance-driven individuals a place where they can build a career—a place to expect more opportunities. If you are focused on results, dedicated to quality, strength and integrity, and possess the drive to succeed, then we are your employer of choice. Regions is dedicated to taking appropriate steps to safeguard and protect private and personally identifiable information you submit. The information that you submit will be collected and reviewed by associates, consultants, and vendors of Regions in order to evaluate your qualifications and experience for job opportunities and will not be used for marketing purposes, sold, or shared outside of Regions unless required by law. Such information will be stored in accordance with regulatory requirements and in conjunction with Regions’ Retention Schedule for a minimum of three years. You may review, modify, or update your information by visiting and logging into the careers section of the system.
Job Description
At Regions, the Assistant General Counsel provides legal research, advice and other legal assistance as directed. May have responsibility for a major legal specialization such as acquisitions and mergers, securities, anti-trust investigations, litigation, taxation etc.
Primary Responsibilities
- Researches and analyzes laws for the preparation of legal memoranda
- Performs due diligence for potential transactions involving the company
- Represents the company in a court of law, administrative body or tribunal
- Analyzes and summarizes legal documents
- Negotiates with outside parties, outside counsel, vendors and clients
- Anticipates and mitigates potential legal problems involving the company
- May be responsible for advising members within a specialized legal area or particular business activity and provides counsel in cases of litigation
- Protects the organization's rights in contract negotiations, settlements and litigation
- Ensures compliance of laws and regulations
- Advises management on recent changes in laws and regulations that affect the company
- May direct activities of other legal support
- May manage outside counsel and develop strategy for litigation and regulatory proceedings
This position is exempt from timekeeping requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay.
Requirements
- Doctor of Jurisprudence degree
- Two (2) years experience
- Fiduciary trust law experience
Skills and Competencies
- Knowledge of corporate law and banking regulations
- Well developed written and oral communication skills
- Skilled to communicate effectively in person and by telephone
- Demonstrated skill to resolve complex legal issues
- Demonstrated skill to judge character
- Distinguish relevant facts
- Assimilate and analyze facts
- Apply legal theories
Additional Job Description
- Drafts, reviews, negotiates, and approves a broad range of vendor contracts, including master agreements, statements of work, subscription agreements, software licenses, and nondisclosure agreements.
- Partners with Procurement, business stakeholders, Cyber Security, Privacy, Third Party Risk Management, Compliance, and other control functions to identify and mitigate legal and regulatory risks.
- Advises on contract provisions involving data privacy, information security, artificial intelligence, intellectual property, confidentiality, and regulatory compliance.
- Balances legal risk management with business objectives to facilitate timely execution of strategic initiatives and vendor relationships.
- Develops and maintains contract templates, negotiation guidance, playbooks, and other tools to drive consistency, efficiency, and risk mitigation.
- Supports enterprise initiatives by assessing contractual, operational, and legal risks associated with new products, services, and technologies.
- Manages complex negotiations with vendors and internal stakeholders while providing practical, business focused solutions.
- Monitors legal and regulatory developments affecting third party contracting and procurement practices and advises on necessary process or contract updates.
- Contributes to continuous improvement efforts by enhancing contracting processes, reporting, training, and governance to improve efficiency and strengthen risk management.
This position may be filled at a higher level depending on the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience.
Position Type Full time
Compensation Details
Pay ranges are job specific and are provided as a point-of-market reference for compensation decisions. Other factors which directly impact pay for individual associates include: experience, skills, knowledge, contribution, job location and, most importantly, performance in the job role. As these factors vary by individuals, pay will also vary among individual associates within the same job. The target information listed below is based on the Metropolitan Statistical Area Market Range for where the position is located and level of the position.
Minimum Job Range Target: $81,251.50 USD
Median $120,600.00 USD
Incentive Pay Plans Opportunity to participate in the Long Term Incentive Plan.
Benefits Information
Regions offers a benefits package that is flexible, comprehensive and recognizes that "one size does not fit all" for benefits-eligible associates. Listed below is a synopsis of the benefits offered by Regions for informational purposes, which is not intended to be a complete summary of plan terms and conditions.
- Paid Vacation/Sick Time
- 401K with Company Match
- Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
- Disability Benefits
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life Insurance
- Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Associate Volunteer Program
Please note, benefits and plans may be changed, amended, or terminated with respect to all or any class of associate at any time.
Location Details
Regions Center
Location: Birmingham, Alabama
Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
Job applications at Regions are accepted electronically through our career site for a minimum of five business days from the date of posting. Job postings for higher-volume positions may remain active for longer than the minimum period due to business need and may be closed at any time thereafter at the discretion of the company.
Thank you for your interest in a career at Regions. At Regions, we believe associates deserve more than just a job. We believe in offering performance-driven individuals a place where they can build a career—a place to expect more opportunities. If you are focused on results, dedicated to quality, strength and integrity, and possess the drive to succeed, then we are your employer of choice. Regions is dedicated to taking appropriate steps to safeguard and protect private and personally identifiable information you submit. The information that you submit will be collected and reviewed by associates, consultants, and vendors of Regions in order to evaluate your qualifications and experience for job opportunities and will not be used for marketing purposes, sold, or shared outside of Regions unless required by law. Such information will be stored in accordance with regulatory requirements and in conjunction with Regions’ Retention Schedule for a minimum of three years. You may review, modify, or update your information by visiting and logging into the careers section of the system.
Job Description
At Regions, the Assistant General Counsel provides legal research, advice and other legal assistance as directed. May have responsibility for a major legal specialization such as acquisitions and mergers, securities, anti-trust investigations, litigation, taxation etc.
Primary Responsibilities
- Researches and analyzes laws for the preparation of legal memoranda
- Performs due diligence for potential transactions involving the company
- Represents the company in a court of law, administrative body or tribunal
- Analyzes and summarizes legal documents
- Negotiates with outside parties, outside counsel, vendors and clients
- Anticipates and mitigates potential legal problems involving the company
- May be responsible for advising members within a specialized legal area or particular business activity and provides counsel in cases of litigation
- Protects the organization's rights in contract negotiations, settlements and litigation
- Ensures compliance of laws and regulations
- Advises management on recent changes in laws and regulations that affect the company
- May direct activities of other legal support
- May manage outside counsel and develop strategy for litigation and regulatory proceedings
This position is exempt from timekeeping requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay.
Requirements
- Doctor of Jurisprudence degree
- Two (2) years experience
- Fiduciary trust law experience
Skills and Competencies
- Knowledge of corporate law and banking regulations
- Well developed written and oral communication skills
- Skilled to communicate effectively in person and by telephone
- Demonstrated skill to resolve complex legal issues
- Demonstrated skill to judge character
- Distinguish relevant facts
- Assimilate and analyze facts
- Apply legal theories
Additional Job Description
- Drafts, reviews, negotiates, and approves a broad range of vendor contracts, including master agreements, statements of work, subscription agreements, software licenses, and nondisclosure agreements.
- Partners with Procurement, business stakeholders, Cyber Security, Privacy, Third Party Risk Management, Compliance, and other control functions to identify and mitigate legal and regulatory risks.
- Advises on contract provisions involving data privacy, information security, artificial intelligence, intellectual property, confidentiality, and regulatory compliance.
- Balances legal risk management with business objectives to facilitate timely execution of strategic initiatives and vendor relationships.
- Develops and maintains contract templates, negotiation guidance, playbooks, and other tools to drive consistency, efficiency, and risk mitigation.
- Supports enterprise initiatives by assessing contractual, operational, and legal risks associated with new products, services, and technologies.
- Manages complex negotiations with vendors and internal stakeholders while providing practical, business focused solutions.
- Monitors legal and regulatory developments affecting third party contracting and procurement practices and advises on necessary process or contract updates.
- Contributes to continuous improvement efforts by enhancing contracting processes, reporting, training, and governance to improve efficiency and strengthen risk management.
This position may be filled at a higher level depending on the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience.
Position Type Full time
Compensation Details
Pay ranges are job specific and are provided as a point-of-market reference for compensation decisions. Other factors which directly impact pay for individual associates include: experience, skills, knowledge, contribution, job location and, most importantly, performance in the job role. As these factors vary by individuals, pay will also vary among individual associates within the same job. The target information listed below is based on the Metropolitan Statistical Area Market Range for where the position is located and level of the position.
Minimum Job Range Target: $81,251.50 USD
Median $120,600.00 USD
Incentive Pay Plans Opportunity to participate in the Long Term Incentive Plan.
Benefits Information
Regions offers a benefits package that is flexible, comprehensive and recognizes that "one size does not fit all" for benefits-eligible associates. Listed below is a synopsis of the benefits offered by Regions for informational purposes, which is not intended to be a complete summary of plan terms and conditions.
- Paid Vacation/Sick Time
- 401K with Company Match
- Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
- Disability Benefits
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life Insurance
- Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Associate Volunteer Program
Please note, benefits and plans may be changed, amended, or terminated with respect to all or any class of associate at any time.
Location Details
Regions Center
Location: Birmingham, Alabama
Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
Job applications at Regions are accepted electronically through our career site for a minimum of five business days from the date of posting. Job postings for higher-volume positions may remain active for longer than the minimum period due to business need and may be closed at any time thereafter at the discretion of the company.
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Entry Level Assistant General Counsel Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level assistant general counsel job?
Employers hiring at the entry level look for candidates with a J.D., bar admission or active bar candidacy, and at least one substantive internship or clerkship. Hands-on experience reviewing contracts, drafting legal memos, or supporting compliance work stands out. Tailoring your application to show familiarity with the employer's industry, whether healthcare, tech, or finance, gives you a clear edge over generalist candidates at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level assistant general counsels?
Companies hiring entry level assistant general counsels right now include Travelers, Regions Bank, and Solar Landscape, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. At this level, hiring comes from a wide range of employers, including corporations with growing in-house legal teams, healthcare systems, financial institutions, and technology companies building out their legal departments.
Are there remote entry level assistant general counsel jobs?
Yes, though most in-house legal roles at the entry level skew on-site or hybrid. About 40% of entry level assistant general counsel openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, so candidates open to any work setting will see a broader field of opportunities than those limiting their search to fully remote positions.
Are these new grad assistant general counsel jobs?
Yes, many of these openings are new grad and junior roles that welcome recent graduates with little or no post-J.D. experience. A new-grad friendly posting typically states that it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or clerkships toward the requirement, or explicitly invites candidates who are newly barred. If a listing emphasizes learning and mentorship, that is a strong signal it is open to new graduates.
Which industries hire the most entry level assistant general counsels?
Entry Level assistant general counsel roles concentrate in Education, Government & Public Sector, and Insurance, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors tend to drive hiring at the entry level because their regulatory complexity and contract volume create steady demand for junior in-house counsel who can grow with the legal team.