Associate General Counsel

Job Overview

We are seeking a solution-oriented business partner to join the Legal team at newly public Bob's Discount Furniture (NYSE:

BOBS). This role partners closely with the Chief Legal & Development Officer to provide practical, business-focused legal guidance across the organization. You will support a wide range of legal matters including employment, contracts, compliance, privacy, and dispute resolution, while helping the business scale in a fast-paced, omnichannel retail environment. Ideal candidates are agile, intellectually curious, and comfortable making decisions with imperfect information while balancing risk and business needs.

This person needs to be within commuting distance to our Home Office in Manchester, CT. We are open to the right person working a hybrid schedule (in the office a day or two a week if appropriate).

• Play a key leadership role in shaping the legal function of a newly public, high-growth omnichannel retailer
• Partner directly with executive leadership to influence business strategy, growth, and risk decisions
• Operate across a broad scope—employment, contracts, privacy, compliance, and brand protection
• Join a fast-paced, collaborative environment where legal is a true business partner, not just an advisor

At Bob's Discount Furniture, we value the unique skills and experiences that each candidate brings. Success in this role is driven by a combination of technical expertise, problem-solving abilities, behavioral and leadership skills, and customer focus. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy leveraging your skills to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

This person will bring a strong mix of legal expertise, business acumen, and the ability to operate as a true business partner. They are comfortable navigating complexity, influencing stakeholders, and delivering practical, risk-balanced solutions that support growth.

• Strategic Legal Partnership: Translate complex legal issues into clear, actionable business guidance
• Employment & Workforce Law: Advise on employee relations, compliance, and a large, distributed retail workforce
• Contracts & Commercial Acumen: Draft and negotiate enterprise agreements across technology, supply chain, and marketing
• Compliance &
  
  Risk Management:
  
  Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements while enabling operational agility
• Privacy & Cybersecurity: Support data protection, digital risk, and evolving privacy regulations
• Dispute Resolution: Manage litigation and partner with outside counsel to mitigate risk
• Brand Protection & IP: Oversee intellectual property and brand integrity across digital and physical channels
• Leadership & Influence: Drive cross-functional alignment and support the evolution of the legal function

• Experience in retail, omnichannel, or multi-site environments
• Exposure to supply chain, merchandising, or e-commerce operations
• Experience supporting high-growth or publicly traded companies
• Familiarity with privacy frameworks (CCPA/CPRA, PCI DSS)

At Bob's, we have fun, we love what we do, and we're growing fast! As one of the leading omni-channel furniture retailers in the country with over 200 stores, we're committed to creating a workplace that values skills-based hiring, diverse perspectives, and an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

We know you have many choices when it comes to your career. At Bob's, we invest in your growth, well-being, and career advancement.

• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, sick leave, holidays, and your birthday!
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan with a generous company match
• Pet Insurance and employer-paid Life Insurance options
• Professional Development:
  Tuition reimbursement, on-demand learning, and career progression pathways
• Employee Discount starting on Day 1, plus exclusive partner discounts
• And so much more!

At Bob's, we believe in fostering a positive, inclusive, and skill-driven work environment. Our core…