M&A Counsel

Our client, a Fortune 100 organization, is seeking an experienced M&A Counsel to join their legal team. This individual will play a leading role in the execution of the company's strategic growth initiatives, including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, minority investments, strategic partnerships, and other complex corporate transactions.

Lead and manage domestic and international M&A transactions from inception through post-closing integration. Structure, negotiate, and draft acquisition agreements, purchase agreements, merger agreements, joint venture arrangements, stock and asset purchase agreements, transition services agreements, and ancillary transaction documents. Coordinate and oversee legal due diligence efforts and assess transaction-related legal, regulatory, compliance, and operational risks. Advise business leaders on transaction structure, risk allocation, valuation-related legal considerations, and strategic alternatives. Support post-acquisition integration and separation planning efforts. Strategic Transactions & Corporate Development Partner with Corporate Development, Finance, Tax, Human Resources, Treasury, Compliance, and business unit leaders on strategic initiatives. Advise on minority investments, strategic alliances, commercial partnerships, and venture investments. Evaluate transaction risks and recommend mitigation strategies to support business objectives. Participate in negotiations with counterparties, outside counsel, investment bankers, and consultants.

Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction. 5+ years of relevant legal experience, including significant M&A transaction experience. Experience at a top-tier law firm and/or in-house legal department supporting complex corporate transactions.