The Opportunity:
Abbott is currently seeking an experienced transactional attorney to lead teams of in-house attorneys in acquisitions, divestitures, equity investments and other significant transactions for all Abbott businesses. Works closely with senior Abbott business leaders, members of Abbott’s Legal Division, Corporate Licensing & Acquisitions organization, and broad cross-functional teams.
This role can be located at Abbott’s headquarters in Abbott Park, Illinois or Chicago, Illinois (Willis Tower)
What You’ll Work On:
The successful candidate will possess demonstrated expertise in mergers and acquisitions. Experience with cross-border transactions is preferred.
The position’s core job responsibilities include:
active involvement and supervising outside counsel in all aspects of acquisitions, divestitures and equity investments, including structuring transactions, performing due diligence, negotiating transactions, drafting agreements and advising internal constituents;
anticipating and identifying issues, developing and evaluating alternatives and gaining stakeholder alignment for risk-balanced solutions;
advising leadership on legal issues and collaborating with Abbott stakeholders, legal colleagues and outside counsel to drive desired business outcomes; and
Required Qualifications:
Possess a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school, demonstrate a strong academic background, and have, or be able to obtain, appropriate licensure to practice law in Illinois.
12+ years of experience in M&A in a top tier law firm and/or large multinational corporation
Proven ability to lead attorneys and/or paralegals, and to perform successfully in cross-functional teams, with the ability to lead and mentor
Ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment and exercise sound commercial and legal judgment
Ability to independently handle highly complex matters with minimal supervision, and understand which issues to elevate to senior management and appropriate timing for doing so
In addition to top-notch legal skills and a strong ethical center, excellent interpersonal, strategic thinking, communication and organizational skills
The base pay for this position is
$190,000.00 – $380,000.00
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY:Operations & Business Support
DIVISION:GENC General Counsel
LOCATION:United States > Abbott Park : AP06A
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:United States > Chicago : Willis Tower Building 233 S Wacker Dr.
WORK SHIFT:Standard
TRAVEL:Not specified
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:No
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)
