Entry Level General Counsel Jobs
New grad general counsel jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a law school clinic record can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Education, Government & Public Sector, and Insurance, 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 General Counsel Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level general counsel job?
Start by highlighting law school clinic work, internships, or any in-house legal exposure on your resume. Employers hiring at the entry level look for candidates who understand corporate contracts, compliance basics, and business operations, not just litigation. Tailor your application to show commercial awareness, and target companies in industries where in-house legal teams are growing and willing to develop junior talent.
Which companies hire entry level general counsels?
Companies hiring entry level 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 tends to come from mid-size companies building out their first in-house legal function, as well as larger organizations with structured junior attorney or legal associate programs.
Are there remote entry level general counsel jobs?
Yes, though fully remote roles at this level are less common than in other legal specialties. About 40% of entry level general counsel openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with hybrid arrangements being the more typical offer for candidates who are early in their in-house careers and benefit from direct access to business teams.
Are these new grad general counsel jobs?
Yes, many of the roles listed here are new grad friendly, including junior and recent graduate positions that welcome candidates with zero to two years of experience. A new grad posting typically accepts law school internships, clinic hours, or a strong academic record in lieu of professional in-house experience, making them accessible to candidates entering the in-house legal path for the first time.
Which industries hire the most entry level general counsels?
Entry Level 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 junior in-house hiring because they face active regulatory, contract, and compliance demands that create real work for early-career attorneys without requiring the depth of experience a senior role would demand.