Corporate Counsel – M&A

H&R Block

. Advise H&R Block, Inc. and its subsidiaries on complex legal issues . Coordinate with internal clients and internal and external attorneys . Lead internal legal strategy for the Acquisitions & Development program .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in legal advisory for mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and sustainability reporting. Proven ability to lead legal strategy, manage complex transactions, and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Juris Doctorate DegreeLicense To Practice LawLegal Experience In Corporate TransactionsCorporate Sustainability ReportingNegotiation Skills

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Hard Skills

Legal AdvisoryTransaction Legal Due DiligenceDrafting Purchase AgreementsMergers And AcquisitionsCorporate GovernanceAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsBusiness AcumenComplex Dispute ResolutionSustainability Reporting

Soft Skills

Effective Communication SkillsStrong Presentation SkillsCollaborative InfluenceAbility To Navigate AmbiguityCreativity In Resolution

Tools & Technologies

AI-Powered ToolsDigital Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Missouri Bar Membership

Industry Keywords

Corporate TransactionsSustainability Reporting FrameworksSEC ReportsCorporate Social ResponsibilityInternational Governance Structures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Advise H&R Block, Inc. and its subsidiaries on complex legal issues
Coordinate with internal clients and internal and external attorneys
Lead internal legal strategy for the Acquisitions & Development program
Direct transaction legal due diligence
Advise internal operations teams on legal and business issues arising during transactions
Draft and negotiate purchase agreements and related transaction documents
Shape post-closing integration activities and pre-litigation dispute resolution
Provide legal advice to senior officers and the board of directors on mergers and acquisitions, strategic initiatives, and corporate transactions
Advise the finance department on legal and corporate governance aspects of corporate tax-related activities
Serve as a subject matter expert on domestic and international governance structures, financing activities, and strategic initiatives
Advise on sustainability and corporate responsibility reporting frameworks and standards
Partner with Investor Relations and Accounting teams to identify sustainability-related risks and opportunities
Enable reporting in Corporate Social Responsibility Reports, proxy statements, and other filings
Advise on periodic SEC reports and public financing-related matters
Manage outside counsel on strategic transactions
Adapt to evolving business, regulatory, and strategic priorities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctorate degree
License to practice law in one or more states
Current member of the Missouri Bar or ability to become a member of the Missouri Bar within six months
At least five years of legal experience at a law firm, corporate legal department, or similar
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to plan and coordinate multiple projects and work initiatives simultaneously
Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Strong presentation skills
Effective negotiation skills, executive presence, sound judgment, and collaborative influence
Ability to build strong, collaborative relationships with clients, peers, and external partners
Ability to navigate ambiguity and assess legal and business risk effectively
Demonstrated creativity in resolution of complex disputes
Strong business acumen
Eagerness to partner with internal business colleagues to solve business issues
Ability to responsibly leverage AI and digital tools
Demonstrated accountability and a collegial, collaborative approach
Significant experience with complex mergers, divestitures, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions involving sophisticated counterparties (preferred)
Significant experience advising on legal and organizational enterprise structure involving domestic and international subsidiaries (preferred)
Significant experience working with senior executives and subsidiary or parent-company boards of directors (preferred)
Experience with corporate sustainability reporting, including the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) (preferred)
Experience with AI-powered tools and practices (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay
Comprehensive benefits
Support for life both in and outside of work
Continuous learning
High Performing, Connected Culture
Domestic or international travel required less than 10% (work-related travel provision)