Corporate Counsel: Product and Technology

At Jack Henry, we’re more than a technology company; we’re a force for good in financial services. We’re redefining how community banks and credit unions connect with the people they serve. Our mission is rooted in people-inspired innovation, empowering financial institutions to deliver seamless, secure, and human-centered experiences. We deliver cutting-edge solutions that are paving the way for the next generation of digital banking and payments, but our true impact begins with our associates. If you're ready to help transform an industry and grow with a company that values purpose, collaboration, and excellence, then we’d love to meet you.

We’re seeking a high caliber attorney who is enthusiastic about technology to join our product counsel legal team. As Corporate Counsel at Jack Henry, you’ll be part of a growing and diverse team of smart and energetic attorneys, paralegals and support staff. You’ll collaborate with colleagues from all over the company and partner in initiatives that influence all aspects of the business. As an integrated part of the team, you will provide practical legal solutions that help to move the business forward. Your main focus will be partnering with product groups and offering legal guidance as they create cutting edge-tools that drive meaningful solutions for our customers. The ideal candidate will have experience in fintech, technology, financial services and/or payments.

This position can be based to work remotely from the Central Time Zone within the US, or on a hybrid basis out of our offices in Lenexa, KS; Allen, TX; Springfield/Monett, MO; or Cedar Falls, IA. Compensation for this position will be a base salary of $107-155k depending on candidate experience and geographic location, as well as additional bonuses and benefits.

• Provide full product life-cycle counseling, from ideation and development to launch, operation, and sunset.
• Integrate into the operations of Jack Henry product teams, providing legal, business, and strategic advice. Look around corners and creatively solve problems for the business as they plan, build, and execute on their product roadmap.
• Advise on a wide range of issues related to technology, data privacy, consumer protection, contracts, and other legal and regulatory matters.
• Identify issues that may fall outside your expertise, driving resolution by partnering with other members of the Jack Henry legal team.
• Have a practical, solution-oriented approach to lawyering. You understand what matters and what doesn’t and will move business forward while balancing risk.
• Communicate legal concepts to non-legal colleagues in a usable and understandable manner. You understand the role of a lawyer as a communicator.
• Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of transactional documents, including contracts, product terms, and EULAs.
• Support the improvement of standard form agreements and legal processes, approaches, and playbooks.
• Be a reliable teammate willing to help others and adapt well when there is ambiguity.
• May perform other job duties as assigned.

What you’ll need to have

• Juris Doctorate degree required and admitted to, and in good standing with, a state bar.
• A minimum of 5 years of legal practice.
• Experience with technology product development OR working for a financial institution and/or fintech.
• Must be able to travel up to 10% to other Jack Henry office locations for meetings, training or to attend a professional conference.

What would be nice for you to have

• Experience in fintech, technology, financial services and/or payments.
• Sound judgment, interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team, and excellent time management.
• Enjoy building client relationships and working closely with various teams, such as operations, engineering, finance, and sales, and at all levels.
• Self-starter who is curious and enjoys providing practical legal solutions in a fast-paced environment for a variety of matters.
• Ability to see beyond the question asked to the larger issue and future implications.

If you got this far, we hope you're feeling excited about this opportunity. Even if you don't feel you meet every single requirement on this posting, we still encourage you to apply. We’re looking for passionate, driven individuals who align with our mission and can bring unique perspectives to our team.

Why Jack Henry?

At Jack Henry, we live by the motto: “Do the right thing, do whatever it takes, and have fun.” It’s more than a tagline, it’s the foundation of our culture. We recognize that our associates are the key to our success, and we’re deeply committed to their wellbeing. That’s why we offer comprehensive benefits designed to support your physical, mental, and financial health so you can thrive both personally and professionally.

We’re also leading the way in technology modernization, helping financial institutions evolve with speed, security, and flexibility. Our strategy focuses on delivering secure data access, mitigating fraud, and enabling seamless integration. Empowering our teams to build innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of accountholders.

Culture of Commitment

Ask our associates why they love Jack Henry, and many will tell you it is because our culture is exceptional. We do great things together. Our culture empowers us to rise to challenges, seek new opportunities, and support one another through change. It’s this shared commitment that drives our success. We’re proud to foster an environment where inclusion, sustainability, and community impact are more than values, they’re how we operate. Visit our Corporate Sustainability site to learn more about our culture and commitment to our people, customers, community, environment, and shareholders.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At Jack Henry, we know we are better together. We value, respect, and protect the uniqueness each of us brings. Innovation flourishes by including all voices and makes our business - and our society - stronger. Jack Henry is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, performance management, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, education, training, social, and recreational activities to all persons regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, and military and veteran status, or any other protected status protected by local, state or federal law.

No one will be subject to, and Jack Henry prohibits, any form of discipline, reprisal, intimidation, or retaliation for good faith reports or complaints of discrimination of any kind, pursuing any discrimination claim, or cooperating in related investigations.

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