LAYIQ - Corporate Counsel - M&A at H&R Block

Pay: $120,900 — $205,500 USD per year

Employer job description

From H&R Block's posting. “We” and “our” refer to the employer.

About the Role

At H&R Block, your contributions will go far beyond any job description. When you join our team, you’ll add to the momentum of a forward-thinking company—one that defined an industry and is now leading its transformation.

This position is a key member of the legal team, reporting to the Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Chief Ethics Officer, and advises H&R Block, Inc. and its subsidiaries on a variety of complex legal issues.

Day to day, you'll...

Coordinate with internal clients and internal and external attorneys, and independently advise on complex legal issues affecting the Company’s operations, governance, and strategic initiatives, as further described below

Lead internal legal strategy for the Company’s Acquisitions & Development program by directing transaction legal due diligence, advising the internal operations team on legal and business issues that arise during transactions, drafting and negotiating purchase agreements and related transaction documents with counterparties and their legal counsel, and shaping post-closing integration activities and pre-litigation dispute resolution

Work closely with the Vice President and Corporate Secretary and Chief Legal and Administrative Officer to provide legal advice to enable senior officers and the board of directors to make informed decisions related to mergers and acquisitions, strategic initiatives, and other corporate transactions

Enable the success of the Company’s finance department by advising on the legal and corporate governance aspects of corporate tax-related activities and initiatives

Serve as a department subject matter expert on matters related to domestic and international governance structure, certain financing activities, and a variety of strategic initiatives that arise from time to time

Provide legal advice on sustainability and corporate responsibility reporting frameworks and standards, and partner with the Investor Relations and Accounting teams to identify sustainability-related risks and opportunities and enable clear, timely reporting in Corporate Social Responsibility Reports, proxy statements, and other filings

Advise on the Company’s periodic SEC reports and public financing-related matters, as needed
Manage outside counsel regarding tactical work on strategic transactions
Domestic or international travel may be required (less than 10%)
Adapt to and advise on evolving business, regulatory, and strategic priorities as organizational needs change
Required Qualifications

Juris Doctorate degree plus license to practice law in one or more states. A current member of the Missouri Bar or an 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 at the same time
Effective oral, written and interpersonal communication skills. Strong presentation skills necessary to communicate and persuade a wide range of audiences
Effective negotiation skills, executive presence, sound judgment, and collaborative influence to lead complex negotiations and align stakeholders

Proven ability to build strong, collaborative relationships with clients, peers, and external partners, delivering thoughtful, customer-focused legal guidance that supports business objectives

Ability to navigate ambiguity and assess legal and business risk effectively
Demonstrated creativity in resolution of complex disputes
Strong business acumen and an eagerness to partner with internal business colleagues to solve business issues

Proactively and responsibly leverage AI and digital tools to simplify legal workflows, strengthen quality, and improve individual and team efficiency, and enable responsible experimentation through a practical test-and-learn mindset

Demonstrated accountability, a collegial approach to client interactions, and collaborative influence to deliver practical outcomes that advance the Company’s objectives

Preferred Qualifications

Significant experience working on complex mergers, divestitures, acquisitions and other corporate transactions involving sophisticated counterparties
Significant experience providing legal advice on complex matters related to legal and organizational enterprise structure, involving both domestic and international subsidiaries
Significant experience working with and providing legal advice to senior executives and subsidiary or parent-company boards of directors
Experience working on corporate sustainability reporting in domestic and international jurisdictions, including the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)
Experience with AI powered tools and practices incorporated into daily work
Why work for us
At H&R Block, our purpose is simple: to provide help and inspire confidence in our clients and communities everywhere. For more than 70 years, we’ve led the tax industry and we continue to evolve through our Block Next strategy, blending human expertise with digital innovation.
That same commitment to care extends to our associates. When you join us, you become part of a High Performing, Connected Culture built on strong relationships, continuous learning, and a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. We invest in your well-being through competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and support for life both in and outside of work.

Pay Range Information

The pay range for this position is listed below. Local minimum wage laws apply. This information is posted pursuant to local requirements to provide applicants with information about what they might be eligible to receive. Individual pay decisions will depend on job-related factors such as experience, education, skill, performance, and geographic location where work will be performed.

Successful candidates may be able to participate in one or more incentive compensation or short-term incentive plans, which could generate additional earnings in accordance with the terms of each plan.

Qualifying associates can enroll themselves and/or their eligible dependents in medical and prescription drug coverage; can participate in the H&R Block Retirement Savings Plan (401(k) Plan), the Employee Assistance Program, (virtual) fitness center programs, and the associate discount program; are automatically enrolled in Business Travel Accident Insurance; and receive Associate Tax Prep benefit.

Pay Range

$120,900.00 - $205,500.00/Yr.

Responsibilities

At H&R Block, your contributions will go far beyond any job description. When you join our team, you’ll add to the momentum of a forward-thinking company—one that defined an industry and is now leading its transformation.

Day to day, you'll...

Enable the success of the Company’s finance department by advising on the legal and corporate governance aspects of corporate tax-related activities and initiatives

Advise on the Company’s periodic SEC reports and public financing-related matters, as needed
Manage outside counsel regarding tactical work on strategic transactions
Domestic or international travel may be required (less than 10%)
Adapt to and advise on evolving business, regulatory, and strategic priorities as organizational needs change

Qualifications

Significant experience working on complex mergers, divestitures, acquisitions and other corporate transactions involving sophisticated counterparties
Significant experience providing legal advice on complex matters related to legal and organizational enterprise structure, involving both domestic and international subsidiaries
Significant experience working with and providing legal advice to senior executives and subsidiary or parent-company boards of directors
Experience working on corporate sustainability reporting in domestic and international jurisdictions, including the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)
Experience with AI powered tools and practices incorporated into daily work

About this listing

LAYIQ is an independent job-discovery service. This listing does not imply a partnership with or endorsement by the employer. Review the original posting for current details and availability.

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Employer posted: 2026-09-24

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Employer job description

From H&R Block's posting. “We” and “our” refer to the employer.

About the Role

Day to day, you'll...

Enable the success of the Company’s finance department by advising on the legal and corporate governance aspects of corporate tax-related activities and initiatives

Advise on the Company’s periodic SEC reports and public financing-related matters, as needed
Manage outside counsel regarding tactical work on strategic transactions
Domestic or international travel may be required (less than 10%)
Adapt to and advise on evolving business, regulatory, and strategic priorities as organizational needs change
Required Qualifications

Juris Doctorate degree plus license to practice law in one or more states. A current member of the Missouri Bar or an 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 at the same time
Effective oral, written and interpersonal communication skills. Strong presentation skills necessary to communicate and persuade a wide range of audiences
Effective negotiation skills, executive presence, sound judgment, and collaborative influence to lead complex negotiations and align stakeholders

Proven ability to build strong, collaborative relationships with clients, peers, and external partners, delivering thoughtful, customer-focused legal guidance that supports business objectives

Ability to navigate ambiguity and assess legal and business risk effectively
Demonstrated creativity in resolution of complex disputes
Strong business acumen and an eagerness to partner with internal business colleagues to solve business issues

Demonstrated accountability, a collegial approach to client interactions, and collaborative influence to deliver practical outcomes that advance the Company’s objectives

Preferred Qualifications

Significant experience working on complex mergers, divestitures, acquisitions and other corporate transactions involving sophisticated counterparties
Significant experience providing legal advice on complex matters related to legal and organizational enterprise structure, involving both domestic and international subsidiaries
Significant experience working with and providing legal advice to senior executives and subsidiary or parent-company boards of directors
Experience working on corporate sustainability reporting in domestic and international jurisdictions, including the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)
Experience with AI powered tools and practices incorporated into daily work
Why work for us
At H&R Block, our purpose is simple: to provide help and inspire confidence in our clients and communities everywhere. For more than 70 years, we’ve led the tax industry and we continue to evolve through our Block Next strategy, blending human expertise with digital innovation.
That same commitment to care extends to our associates. When you join us, you become part of a High Performing, Connected Culture built on strong relationships, continuous learning, and a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. We invest in your well-being through competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and support for life both in and outside of work.

Pay Range Information

Pay Range

$120,900.00 - $205,500.00/Yr.

Responsibilities

At H&R Block, your contributions will go far beyond any job description. When you join our team, you’ll add to the momentum of a forward-thinking company—one that defined an industry and is now leading its transformation.

Day to day, you'll...

Enable the success of the Company’s finance department by advising on the legal and corporate governance aspects of corporate tax-related activities and initiatives

Advise on the Company’s periodic SEC reports and public financing-related matters, as needed
Manage outside counsel regarding tactical work on strategic transactions
Domestic or international travel may be required (less than 10%)
Adapt to and advise on evolving business, regulatory, and strategic priorities as organizational needs change

Qualifications

Significant experience working on complex mergers, divestitures, acquisitions and other corporate transactions involving sophisticated counterparties
Significant experience providing legal advice on complex matters related to legal and organizational enterprise structure, involving both domestic and international subsidiaries
Significant experience working with and providing legal advice to senior executives and subsidiary or parent-company boards of directors
Experience working on corporate sustainability reporting in domestic and international jurisdictions, including the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)
Experience with AI powered tools and practices incorporated into daily work

About this listing

LAYIQ is an independent job-discovery service. This listing does not imply a partnership with or endorsement by the employer. Review the original posting for current details and availability.

Employer posted: 2026-09-24