Legal Counsel Jobs in Massachusetts
Legal Counsel jobs in Massachusetts are in strong demand, concentrated in life sciences, financial services, healthcare, and technology, with openings at every level from junior in-house associate through vice president and general counsel. Boston, Cambridge, and Worcester anchor the largest share of hiring, where institutions like Biogen, Fidelity Investments, and Massachusetts General Hospital consistently seek legal counsel across regulatory, corporate, and employment law specialties. Privacy and data security law, FDA regulatory compliance, and commercial contracting are among the most sought-after areas of expertise. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Role and Responsibilities
DASSAULT SYSTÈMES, the 3DEXPERIENCE Company, provides businesses and people with virtual universes to imagine sustainable innovations. Serving more than 250,000 clients across 11 industries—from high tech and life sciences to fashion and transportation—we help businesses and people around the world create sustainable innovations for today and tomorrow.
DASSAULT SYSTÈMES is seeking a motivated Legal Counsel – Data & Security to join our Legal team in our Waltham, Massachusetts office. This is a hybrid role with work at the local office.
As a member of our North American Legal team, you will work with the WW Data & Security Legal team on legal matters related to data security, privacy, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity for DASSAULT SYSTÈMES companies across the Americas.
- You will work closely with members of the Legal team, local counsel, and key business and operational stakeholders to support the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and contractual frameworks relating to artificial intelligence, data protection, cybersecurity, and other emerging areas of digital law across the DASSAULT SYSTÈMES Group.
- Conduct legal research and monitor regulatory and legislative developments in areas including artificial intelligence, privacy and personal data protection, non-personal data, cybersecurity, information security, and digital law; assess their potential impact on the business.
- Partner closely with Information Security, R&D, and other internal stakeholders to provide practical legal guidance on artificial intelligence, data governance, cybersecurity, and information security matters.
- Support the Sales organization in negotiating customer and partner agreements, with particular responsibility for provisions relating to data protection, data security, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and related technology matters.
- Contribute to the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of standard contractual provisions, templates, negotiation guidance, and contracting policies relating to artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data protection, and other emerging technology issues.
- Support the development and delivery of training and awareness programs for Legal, Sales, R&D, and other business teams on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data protection, and related legal and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate across Legal and business functions to translate evolving legal and regulatory requirements into practical, scalable policies and processes that support business objectives while appropriately managing legal and regulatory risk.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor from an accredited U.S. law school; a focus on security and business law is preferred.
- Admission to the Massachusetts, California, or another U.S. state bar.
- Ability to work in a hybrid arrangement at a Dassault Systèmes local office.
- Consistently demonstrates the highest level of integrity and commitment to ethical standards.
- At least six years of legal experience in a law firm, in-house, or both, focused on privacy and cybersecurity matters.
- Significant experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, particularly with large domestic and international customers.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects while meeting critical deadlines.
- Flexible and able to adapt quickly to evolving internal and external customer requirements, including deadlines.
- Highly organized, with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to build relationships with internal clients and the Legal Department, and to work independently and collaboratively.
- Positive, self-motivated, and enthusiastic, with a willingness to learn and incorporate coaching and feedback into daily work.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Strong English communication skills, including very strong writing skills and clear, concise, grammatically correct verbal communication.
DASSAULT SYSTEMES GLOBAL
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Environmental Responsibilities http://www.3ds.com/environmental-responsibility/
Career Opportunities http://www.3ds.com/no_cache/careers/jobs-search/
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Inclusion statement
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation for the role will be commensurate with experience. The total expected compensation range will be between $140000 and $190000, representing the base salary (or annualized salary based on estimated hourly compensation) and target bonus.
Role and Responsibilities
DASSAULT SYSTÈMES, the 3DEXPERIENCE Company, provides businesses and people with virtual universes to imagine sustainable innovations. Serving more than 250,000 clients across 11 industries—from high tech and life sciences to fashion and transportation—we help businesses and people around the world create sustainable innovations for today and tomorrow.
DASSAULT SYSTÈMES is seeking a motivated Legal Counsel – Data & Security to join our Legal team in our Waltham, Massachusetts office. This is a hybrid role with work at the local office.
As a member of our North American Legal team, you will work with the WW Data & Security Legal team on legal matters related to data security, privacy, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity for DASSAULT SYSTÈMES companies across the Americas.
- You will work closely with members of the Legal team, local counsel, and key business and operational stakeholders to support the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and contractual frameworks relating to artificial intelligence, data protection, cybersecurity, and other emerging areas of digital law across the DASSAULT SYSTÈMES Group.
- Conduct legal research and monitor regulatory and legislative developments in areas including artificial intelligence, privacy and personal data protection, non-personal data, cybersecurity, information security, and digital law; assess their potential impact on the business.
- Partner closely with Information Security, R&D, and other internal stakeholders to provide practical legal guidance on artificial intelligence, data governance, cybersecurity, and information security matters.
- Support the Sales organization in negotiating customer and partner agreements, with particular responsibility for provisions relating to data protection, data security, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and related technology matters.
- Contribute to the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of standard contractual provisions, templates, negotiation guidance, and contracting policies relating to artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data protection, and other emerging technology issues.
- Support the development and delivery of training and awareness programs for Legal, Sales, R&D, and other business teams on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data protection, and related legal and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate across Legal and business functions to translate evolving legal and regulatory requirements into practical, scalable policies and processes that support business objectives while appropriately managing legal and regulatory risk.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor from an accredited U.S. law school; a focus on security and business law is preferred.
- Admission to the Massachusetts, California, or another U.S. state bar.
- Ability to work in a hybrid arrangement at a Dassault Systèmes local office.
- Consistently demonstrates the highest level of integrity and commitment to ethical standards.
- At least six years of legal experience in a law firm, in-house, or both, focused on privacy and cybersecurity matters.
- Significant experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, particularly with large domestic and international customers.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects while meeting critical deadlines.
- Flexible and able to adapt quickly to evolving internal and external customer requirements, including deadlines.
- Highly organized, with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to build relationships with internal clients and the Legal Department, and to work independently and collaboratively.
- Positive, self-motivated, and enthusiastic, with a willingness to learn and incorporate coaching and feedback into daily work.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Strong English communication skills, including very strong writing skills and clear, concise, grammatically correct verbal communication.
DASSAULT SYSTEMES GLOBAL
About 3DS http://www.3ds.com/about-3ds /
Products http://www.3ds.com/products-services/
Press Releases http://www.3ds.com/press-releases/
Environmental Responsibilities http://www.3ds.com/environmental-responsibility/
Career Opportunities http://www.3ds.com/no_cache/careers/jobs-search/
FOLLOW DASSAULT SYSTEMES GLOBAL ON SOCIAL MEDIA
YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/DassaultSystemes
LinkedIn https://goo.gl/7jrQIs
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/3DScareers
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DassaultSystemes/
Twitter https://twitter.com/3DSNorthAmerica
Google+ https://plus.google.com/u/0/+dassaultsystemes/posts
#DassaultSystèmes, #3dscareers, #3ds, #jobsatDassault, #CATIA, #SOLIDWORKS, #ENOVIA, #DELMIA, #SIMULIA, #GEOVIA, #EXALEAD, #3DVIA, #3DSWYM, #BIOVIA, #NETVIBES #3DEXCITE
Inclusion statement
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation for the role will be commensurate with experience. The total expected compensation range will be between $140000 and $190000, representing the base salary (or annualized salary based on estimated hourly compensation) and target bonus.
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- Manufacturing
- Science & Research
What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in legal counsel jobs across Massachusetts.
- Active Massachusetts Bar admission or license recognized in Massachusetts through reciprocity
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school required
- Three to seven years of legal experience in a relevant practice area
- Demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating commercial or regulatory agreements
- Strong working knowledge of Massachusetts and federal regulatory frameworks
- Excellent written and oral communication skills for internal and external stakeholders
Legal Counsel Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a legal counsel in Massachusetts?
To become a legal counsel in Massachusetts, you must earn a Juris Doctor degree and pass the Massachusetts Bar Examination administered by the Massachusetts Board of Bar Examiners. After admission, you can apply directly to in-house counsel positions. Attorneys licensed in other states may qualify for admission by motion if they meet Massachusetts's reciprocity requirements. Most in-house roles also expect prior law firm or government agency experience in a relevant practice area.
How much do legal counsels make in Massachusetts?
Legal counsels in Massachusetts earn a median of about $176,680 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $82,100 for the lowest 10% to over $374,410 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire legal counsels in Massachusetts?
Employers hiring legal counsels in Massachusetts right now include AbbVie, Formlabs, and BJ's Wholesale Club, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Massachusetts's dense concentration of life sciences companies, major financial institutions, and large academic medical centers means consistent in-house legal demand well beyond the traditional law firm market.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most legal counsel jobs?
Boston, Waltham, and Cambridge are the Massachusetts cities with the most legal counsel openings. Boston and Cambridge dominate because they are home to major corporate headquarters, biotech campuses, and financial firms, while Worcester draws openings from its growing healthcare and higher education sector, including UMass Memorial Health and several university legal offices.
Are there remote legal counsel jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, and more than many legal roles, because in-house counsel work is largely desk-based and document-driven. About 63% of legal counsel openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the flexibility many companies now offer for transactional and advisory work. Contract review, privacy compliance, and regulatory counseling tend to be the functions most commonly offered on a remote or hybrid basis.
How can I get hired as a legal counsel in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a judicial clerkship with the Massachusetts federal or state courts, which carries strong weight with in-house hiring teams. Large employers like Mass General Brigham and State Street run structured legal internship and new-associate programs that can convert to full-time roles. Lateral moves from compliance analyst, paralegal, or contract specialist positions are also common entry points, especially at life sciences companies in the Cambridge and Route 128 corridor. Passing the Massachusetts Bar early and gaining any transactional experience strengthens a junior candidate's profile considerably.
Where can I find and apply to legal counsel jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to legal counsel jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and practice area, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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