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Legal Counsel - New Market Compliance
full-timeUnited States$112k - $142k

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Location

United States

Salary

$112k - $142k

Type

full-time

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About this role

A World-Class Team

BJ’s Wholesale Club is powered by more than 30,000 team members who make a real impact every day. Whether you're stocking shelves, solving problems or shaping strategy, your work helps families save on what matters most.

We’re a team built on purpose and opportunity. Join us and be part of something meaningful.

Why You’ll Love Working at BJ’s

At BJ’s Wholesale Club, our team members are at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being and future – both on and off the job. When you grow, we grow.

Here’s just some of what you can look forward to:

  • Weekly Pay: Get paid every week so that you can manage your money on your terms.
  • Free BJ’s Memberships: Enjoy a complimentary The Club Card Membership, plus a free Supplemental Membership for someone in your household.
  • Generous Paid Time Off: Take the time you need with vacation, personal, sick days, holidays, bereavement, and jury duty leave.
  • Flexible and Affordable Health Benefits: Choose from three medical plans, and access optional dental, vision, Health Savings Account (HSA), and flexible spending account options to fit your lifestyle.
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: Build your financial future with a company match (available to team members 18 and older).
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan:  Accumulate funds through after-tax payroll deductions that can be used to purchase shares of BJ’s common stock at a 15% discount.

Eligibility requirements vary by position.

Legal Counsel – New Market Compliance:
 

Overview: This legal counsel role will play a critical part in supporting BJ’s 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 8 million members through its 260+ clubs and national e-commerce presence.

Responsibilities:

  • 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
  • Negotiate commercial contracts
  • 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)
  • 1-3 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 $112,000.00 - $142,500.00

Other facts

Tech stack
Legal Research,Compliance,Contract Negotiation,Communication Skills,Analytical Skills,Interpersonal Skills,Attention to Detail,Team Orientation,Client Service Focus,Organizational Skills,Integrity,Discretion,Writing Skills,Problem Solving,Strategic Thinking,Cross Functional Collaboration

About BJ's Wholesale Club

At BJ's, we’re focused on delivering unbeatable value and outstanding service to our members, and our culture is instrumental in fulfilling this mission. Our values reflect what is unique about BJ’s culture and are key factors in our past and future success.

Explore career opportunities at BJ's and join our team today: www.bjs.com/careers

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Retail

What you'll do

  • The Legal Counsel will support BJ’s new market expansion and compliance matters by providing strategic legal advice. Responsibilities include managing licensing requirements, liaising with government officials, and negotiating commercial contracts.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does BJ's Wholesale Club pay for a Legal Counsel - New Market Compliance?

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What does a Legal Counsel - New Market Compliance do at BJ's Wholesale Club?

As a Legal Counsel - New Market Compliance at BJ's Wholesale Club, you will: the Legal Counsel will support BJ’s new market expansion and compliance matters by providing strategic legal advice. Responsibilities include managing licensing requirements, liaising with government officials, and negotiating commercial contracts..

Why join BJ's Wholesale Club as a Legal Counsel - New Market Compliance?

BJ's Wholesale Club is a leading Retail company. The Legal Counsel - New Market Compliance role offers competitive compensation.

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