General Counsel

Description

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high-quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at for more information.

D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a General Counsel. The General Counsel will serve as the chief legal advisor to the CEO, executive team and Board of Directors, providing strategic guidance on all legal, regulatory, and governance matters. This role oversees the company’s legal operations, leads the enterprise risk and compliance framework, and sets the direction for litigation, corporate governance, contracts, land acquisition, regulatory affairs, and ethical business practices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Execute legal strategy that supports corporate objectives, operational excellence, and sustainable business growth
• Develop the structure, goals, and performance of the Corporate Legal Department
• Identify, assess, and mitigate legal and business risks, including managing the company's litigation docket, intellectual property portfolio, and data privacy programs
• Approve negotiation, structure, and execution of key commercial contracts, acquisitions, land deals, financing arrangements, and strategic partnerships
• Advise executive team on governance, fiduciary obligations, securities matters, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Oversee preparation, review, and accuracy of corporate disclosures and governance documentation
• Direct all major litigation, arbitration, and dispute-resolution strategies, ensuring consistent and cost-effective case management
• Dispense legal guidance to divisions and corporate departments to support operational efficiency and mitigate contractual risk
• Provide legal support for crisis management, high-profile incidents, and sensitive company matters
• Select, manage, and coordinate with outside law firms and other legal resources
• Monitor emerging laws and regulations and provide proactive guidance on their potential impact to the business
• Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner with transparent communications and collaboration to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
• Ability to travel overnight

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• 15+ years of progressive legal experience, including significant leadership responsibility in a complex corporate environment
• Active law license in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• Demonstrated expertise in litigation management, corporate governance, compliance, real estate, construction, employment law, and regulatory matters
• Ability to uphold the highest standards of corporate integrity and compliance
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Strong computer skills are required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn new programs/systems quickly is essential
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel, or senior legal executive
• Experience at a Fortune 500 company or publicly traded organization with multi-state, national operations
• Knowledge of public company reporting requirements, SEC compliance, and complex transactional matters

Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401(K)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays
• Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits

Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America’s Builder. #WeBuildPeopleToo

Job

: Legal

Primary Location

: TX-Arlington

Organization

: Corporate

Schedule

: Full-time

Job Posting

:Dec 5, 2025, 7:33:46 PM