Legal Counsel Jobs in Massachusetts
Legal Counsel jobs in Massachusetts are open across Boston, Cambridge, and Waltham and other Massachusetts metros, with employers like Jobot, Epic, and State Street hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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LOCATION: Boston (hybrid)
groundcover is a fast-growing B2D company reinventing the way developers monitor their cloud-native applications. We provide teams with the insights they need to troubleshoot better and faster when it matters most. Our mission is to make even the most complex systems feel seamless delivering an intuitive and powerful developer experience.
We’re looking for a Legal Counsel to join our Operations team. If you’re excited about tech, love contracts, and are eager to be a trusted advisor in a dynamic company - we’d love to hear from you.
What You’ll Do
- Serve as a legal partner to the Sales team throughout the sales cycle, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating: customer agreements and licensing agreements, NDAs, Data Processing Agreements (DPAs);
- Draft, review, and negotiate agreements with vendors, suppliers, and service providers;
- Support HR and leadership with employment-related agreements, including offer letters and employment contracts;
- Provide practical, business-oriented legal advice to internal stakeholders;
- Collaborate with Finance, Marketing and Sales teams;
- Support privacy and data protection matters as needed.
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience as legal counsel with a strong emphasis on commercial law in the high-tech industry.
- Demonstrated, hands-on experience with SaaS agreements and licensing models – a must.
- Prior experience in startup environments - a strong advantage.
- Proven experience supporting Sales teams and closing commercial transactions.
- General familiarity with privacy and data protection law – an advantage.
- Experience working with Israeli companies or the Israeli tech ecosystem – a strong advantage.
- Excellent communication, negotiation skills, and a business-minded approach.
- Qualified to practice law in New York/Boston.
- Knowledge of Hebrew – an advantage.
Why Join Us:
- Opportunity to join a fast-growing startup with global customers.
- High level of ownership and direct impact on revenue and growth.
- Collaborative, dynamic, and execution-focused environment.
Compensation for this role includes a base salary and equity (stock options).
LOCATION: Boston (hybrid)
groundcover is a fast-growing B2D company reinventing the way developers monitor their cloud-native applications. We provide teams with the insights they need to troubleshoot better and faster when it matters most. Our mission is to make even the most complex systems feel seamless delivering an intuitive and powerful developer experience.
We’re looking for a Legal Counsel to join our Operations team. If you’re excited about tech, love contracts, and are eager to be a trusted advisor in a dynamic company - we’d love to hear from you.
What You’ll Do
- Serve as a legal partner to the Sales team throughout the sales cycle, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating: customer agreements and licensing agreements, NDAs, Data Processing Agreements (DPAs);
- Draft, review, and negotiate agreements with vendors, suppliers, and service providers;
- Support HR and leadership with employment-related agreements, including offer letters and employment contracts;
- Provide practical, business-oriented legal advice to internal stakeholders;
- Collaborate with Finance, Marketing and Sales teams;
- Support privacy and data protection matters as needed.
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience as legal counsel with a strong emphasis on commercial law in the high-tech industry.
- Demonstrated, hands-on experience with SaaS agreements and licensing models – a must.
- Prior experience in startup environments - a strong advantage.
- Proven experience supporting Sales teams and closing commercial transactions.
- General familiarity with privacy and data protection law – an advantage.
- Experience working with Israeli companies or the Israeli tech ecosystem – a strong advantage.
- Excellent communication, negotiation skills, and a business-minded approach.
- Qualified to practice law in New York/Boston.
- Knowledge of Hebrew – an advantage.
Why Join Us:
- Opportunity to join a fast-growing startup with global customers.
- High level of ownership and direct impact on revenue and growth.
- Collaborative, dynamic, and execution-focused environment.
Compensation for this role includes a base salary and equity (stock options).
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Where Massachusetts roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Legal Counsel Job Market in Massachusetts
A snapshot from current Massachusetts openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Jobot9
- Epic7
- State Street7
- Goodwin Procter LLP5
- Tulip Interfaces4
Top Industries Hiring
- Law & Legal Services35
- Technology & Software23
- Healthcare & Medical Services15
- Consulting & Professional Services14
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals10
What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in legal counsel jobs across Massachusetts.
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
- Active bar membership in at least one U.S. state
- 3-7 years of relevant legal experience in private practice or in-house
- Strong contract drafting, negotiation, and risk assessment skills
- Experience advising on corporate governance, employment, or regulatory matters
- Proficiency with contract lifecycle management or legal operations software
Legal Counsel Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How many legal counsel jobs are there in Massachusetts?
There are 161+ legal counsel openings in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Boston, Cambridge, and Waltham. New positions post regularly as employers across Massachusetts hire.
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 Massachusetts cities have the most legal counsel jobs?
Boston, Cambridge, and Waltham have the most legal counsel openings in Massachusetts right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire legal counsels in Massachusetts?
Employers hiring legal counsels in Massachusetts include Jobot, Epic, and State Street, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote legal counsel jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes. About 41% of legal counsel openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Massachusetts metros.
How do I apply for legal counsel jobs in Massachusetts?
You can apply to legal counsel jobs in Massachusetts directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Massachusetts location, then apply to each one that fits.
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