Legal Counsel – Commercial and New Market Compliance

Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJ’s Wholesale Club offers a collaborative and inclusive environment where all team members can learn, grow and be their authentic selves. Together, we’re committed to providing outstanding service and convenience to our members, helping them save on the products and services they need for their families and homes.

The Benefits of working at BJ’s

•        BJ’s pays weekly

•        Eligible for free BJ's Inner Circle and Supplemental membership(s)*

•        Generous time off programs to support busy lifestyles* 

                      o Vacation, Personal, Holiday, Sick, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty

•        Benefit plans for your changing needs*

                      o Three medical plans**, Health Savings  Account (HSA), two dental plans, vision plan, flexible spending ​

•        401(k) plan with company match (must be at least 18 years old)

*eligibility requirements vary by position

**medical plans vary by location

Job Description for Legal Counsel – Commercial and New Market Compliance:

Overview: This legal counsel role will play a critical part in supporting BJ’s commercial contracting, new market expansion, and ongoing compliance matters by providing clear, commercially minded, and strategic legal advice to BJ’s business teams. Success in this role requires a team-first attitude, drive, excellent business judgment, strong communication skills, exceptional organizational skills, a strong sense of ownership, and the ability to build strong cross functional relationships. BJ’s (NYSE: BJ) is a Fortune 250 multi-channel retail company, delivering outstanding value to its 7.5+ million members through its 253 clubs and national e-commerce presence.

Responsibilities:

• Negotiate commercial contracts
• Research, analyze, and manage complex licensing and other compliance requirements based on business expansion, operations, and footprint
• Develop and maintain a resource library to drive shared knowledge and efficiency
• Liaise with government officials and outside counsel
• Support engagements with BJ’s business teams to understand and drive practical solutions
• Work with other attorneys and paralegals to address and support contracting, compliance, litigation, and corporate matters
• Perform other duties as assigned or as circumstances warrant

Qualifications:

• J.D. from top-tier law school
• Active licensure in at least one jurisdiction (Massachusetts bar admission not required)
• 2-4 years of AmLaw 100 / in-house experience required
• Strong client service focus and team orientation
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Personal integrity, tact, excellent discretion, and the ability to handle highly confidential information appropriately
• Excellent research, analytical, and writing skills
• Ability to explain legal issues clearly and concisely

This is a hybrid role. Tuesday through Thursday are in-office days at BJ's Club Support Center in Marlborough, MA and Monday and Friday are remote days.

In accordance with the Pay Transparency requirements, the following represents a good faith estimate of the compensation range for this position. At BJ’s Wholesale Club, we carefully consider a wide range of non-discriminatory factors when determining salary. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, education, experience, and qualifications. The pay range for this position is starting from $112,000.00.