General Counsel

DescriptionTeam: LegalPlease note that applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.Location: Franklin, TN — on-site, relocation assistance available, flexible schedules availableA Little Bit About Us: You might know us from our founder and CEO, Dave Ramsey, who’s given no-nonsense money advice on the radio since 1992. Three decades later, Ramsey Solutions is a household name in personal finance, with a mission to change the toxic money culture for good.Our mission: Ramsey Solutions provides biblically based, commonsense education and empowerment that give HOPE to everyone in every walk of life.Here’s a Taste Of Our BenefitsHealth insurance (includes plans eligible for an HSA—with a company match up to $500!)401(k) retirement plan with 4% match/company contributionAnnual wellness, counseling, and grocery membership reimbursementOn-campus cafe with subsidized pricing for breakfast, lunch and coffee barDependent care FSATons of cultural activities like weekly devotional, leadership development courses, Battle of the Bands, and one epic Christmas partyWhere And How You’d WorkOur headquarters is located in Franklin, Tennessee, just outside of Nashville. All team members work together on-site because we believe the best work is done shoulder-to-shoulder, not through screens. We also offer flexible work schedules to support work-life balance.Our campus includes a variety of unique spaces—library-style quiet zones, collaboration lounges, outdoor work areas, and recreational spaces—plus a designated work area with a sit-stand desk for every team member.What You’d Do In This RoleAs General Counsel, you will be the senior-most legal executive at Ramsey Solutions, providing enterprise-wide legal leadership and partnering directly with our CEO, Executive Team, Board, and family leadership. This is a high-impact role that blends strategy, judgment, and deep experience advising complex organizations.You WillLead Regulatory and Compliance StrategyDirect all regulatory and compliance initiatives across a fast-paced digital business ecosystemOversee compliance with TCPA, PII, data privacy, digital marketing regulations, consumer protection, advertising law, and other evolving standardsPartner with product, marketing, technology, and data teams to ensure compliant and responsible innovationBuild scalable compliance frameworks aligned with a multi-business digital environmentProvide Executive-Level Legal LeadershipServe as a trusted advisor to the CEO, Executive Team, Board, and family leadershipOffer strategic guidance that balances legal risk, brand impact, cultural alignment, and business objectivesBring clarity and steady judgment in high-visibility or high-pressure situationsLead the TeamLead and develop a team of attorneys, paralegals, and legal professionalsShape long-term legal strategy for a growing digital organizationEstablish consistent, scalable processes across 12+ operating businessesOversee Contracts & Business TransactionsLead negotiation and review of vendor, partner, publishing, real estate, employment, and technology agreementsImplement efficient contracting workflows that support a high-volume digital enterpriseGuide Employment Law & HR PartnershipPartner with HR on employment matters, internal investigations, and policy developmentMaintain alignment between legal requirements and Ramsey’s values-driven cultureLead Intellectual Property & Brand ProtectionManage trademarks, copyrights, licensing, and digital content usageEnsure protection of brand assets across digital, product, media, and content channelsOversee Litigation & Risk ManagementDirect litigation strategy and manage external counselProtect mission, brand, and operations while managing enterprise-wide riskYou’re Probably a Match IfYou are already a fan of Ramsey Solutions, resonate deeply with our mission, and want your work to matterYou have 15+ years of legal experience with significant in-house leadership, preferably as a General Counsel, Chief Legal Officer, Deputy General Counsel, Associate General Counsel, or Senior Legal OfficerYou have deep regulatory and compliance expertise, especially in digital, technology, SaaS, data privacy, digital marketing, or consumer-facing online platformsYou bring broad generalist strength (corporate, employment, IP, privacy, commercial contracts, litigation strategy)You communicate clearly and simply—translating complex law into actionable guidance for executivesYou have strong business acumen and think like a strategic operator, not just a legal reviewerYou’re steady under pressure — especially in founder-led, high-visibility environmentsYou’ve built, developed, and mentored high-performing legal teamsYou bring emotional intelligence, discernment, and relational leadership that builds trust across teamsWhat Winning Looks LikeThe company operates with confidence, clarity, and proactive complianceDigital, marketing, product, and technology teams are supported with practical, timely legal guidanceLeaders trust you and rely on your counselYou protect the mission, the brand, and the peopleThe Legal function grows in maturity, systems, and leadership depth under your guidanceOther Stuff To KnowWe’re looking for people who are passionate about our mission. This isn’t just a J-O-B. We experience resistance every day because what we believe is absolutely countercultural. We actually hate debt. We actually cut up our credit cards . . . like, for real. Some of us are still fighting our way out of debt, but we aren’t going back. If you don’t know much about Ramsey Solutions and our founder, Dave Ramsey, we encourage you to download the Ramsey Network mobile app and consume our content.If Ramsey Solutions sounds like a workplace where you can get excited about Mondays, apply today. We can’t wait to hear from you!EOE, including disability/vets