Counsel - Commercial
Aprio
Houston, TX
Description
Work with a Top 20 CPA and advisory firm that Accounts for Anything. Aprio has 40 U.S. office locations, as well as international office locations and more than 3,200 team members that speak 60+ languages across the globe. By bringing together proven expertise, deep understanding, and strategic foresight for fast-growing industries, Aprio ensures clients are prepared for wherever life or business may take them. Discover a top-rated culture, vast growth opportunities and your next big career move with Aprio.
Join Aprio's Legal team and you will help clients maximize their opportunities. Aprio Advisory Group, LLC is a progressive, fast-growing firm looking for a Commercial Counsel to join their dynamic team.
Our in-house legal team is looking for a Commercial Contracts Attorney to join a highly collaborative, high-visibility function that partners with stakeholders across every level of the firm. This is a unique opportunity for an early-career attorney to step into a dynamic, hands-on role where no two days look the same. You will serve as a key legal advisor on a broad range of commercial matters while also gaining meaningful exposure to corporate governance, legal technology, compliance, and dispute resolution. If you are looking for a role that offers real responsibility, variety, and professional growth — without the constraints of a traditional law firm model — this is it.
Responsibilities:
Commercial Contracts
- Draft, negotiate, review, and redline a wide variety of commercial agreements, including Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Business Associate Agreements (BAAs), Data Processing Agreements (DPAs), Engagement Letters, Master Services Agreements (MSAs), Vendor Agreements, and other related commercial contracts.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for internal business teams seeking legal guidance on contract terms, risk allocation, and commercial deal structure.
- Develop and maintain template libraries, playbooks, and clause banks to drive efficiency and consistency across the contracting process.
Corporate Governance and Legal Entity Management
- Support internal governance functions, including entity formation, maintenance, and organizational documentation.
- Assist with corporate recordkeeping, board and management resolutions, and entity compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
Client Service Issue Resolution
- Assist with the identification, analysis, and resolution of client service disputes, claims, and related matters.
- Partner with firm leadership and engagement teams to develop practical, business-minded solutions that protect the firm while preserving client relationships.
Legal Technology Management
- Support the firm's legal tech stack, including contract lifecycle management (CLM) tools, matter management platforms, and other legal operations technology.
- Contribute to initiatives aimed at leveraging technology to streamline legal workflows and enhance the team's efficiency and impact.
KYC/KYS Compliance Initiatives
- Participate in the firm's Know Your Client (KYC) and Know Your Supplier (KYS) compliance programs, including due diligence reviews and risk assessments.
- Collaborate with compliance and business intake teams to ensure adherence to firm policies and applicable regulatory requirements.
Insurance Coordination
- Coordinate insurance-related requests, including certificate of insurance inquiries, policy reviews, and coverage questions.
- Liaise with brokers and internal stakeholders to support the firm's insurance programs and respond to related legal matters.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction and in good standing.
- Zero to two years of legal experience, which may include law firm, in-house, clerkship, or fellowship experience.
Preferred:
- Exposure to commercial contracts, transactional work, or corporate governance through prior employment, internships, or law school clinics.
- Demonstrated interest in legal technology, legal operations, or process improvement.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, actionable business guidance.
- A collaborative mindset, intellectual curiosity, and a genuine enthusiasm for working across functions and disciplines.
- Comfort operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment where initiative and adaptability are valued.
Why work for Aprio:
Whether you are just starting out, looking to advance into management or searching for your next leadership role, Aprio offers an opportunity to grow with a future-focused, innovative firm.
Perks/Benefits we offer for full-time team members:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
- Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
- 401k with Profit Sharing
- 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
- Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
- Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
- Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
- Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
- Top rated wellness program
- Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options
What’s in it for you:
- Working with an industry leader: Be part of a high-growth firm that is passionate for what’s next.
- An awesome culture: Thirty-one fundamental behaviors guide our culture every day ensuring we always deliver an exceptional team-member and client experience. We call it the Aprio Way. This shared mindset creates lasting relationships between team members and with clients.
- A great team: Work with a high-energy, passionate, caring and ambitious team of professionals in a collaborative culture.
- Entrepreneurship: Have the freedom to innovate and bring your ideas to help us grow to become the CPA firm of choice nationally.
- Growth opportunities: Grow professionally in an environment that fosters continuous learning and advancement.
- Competitive compensation: You will be rewarded with competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits and a flexible work environment to enjoy work/life balance.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Aprio is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Aprio, LLP and Aprio Advisory Group, LLC, operate in an alternative business structure, with Aprio Advisory Group, LLC providing non-attest tax and consulting services, and Aprio, LLP providing CPA firm services.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.