J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in a U.S. state bar.
4-6 years of M&A and transactional experience at a law firm or in-house.
Proven ability to independently run transactions and communicate with senior leadership.
Strong understanding of U.S. corporate law and M&A principles.
Advanced negotiation and drafting skills for complex legal documents.
Responsibilities
Lead legal counsel for M&A, divestitures, investments, and strategic transactions.
Draft and negotiate key transaction documents and agreements.
Manage legal due diligence across various legal domains.
Communicate legal risks and mitigation strategies to stakeholders.
Own timelines and legal plans for transaction execution.
Benefits
Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
Engagement with high-level corporate strategy and decision-making.
Participation in cross-functional teams for diverse initiatives.
Full Job Description
The M&A Attorney will be a core legal partner to the Corporate Development team and business leadership, responsible for end-to-end legal support of the company's M&A and strategic transactions. This role is designed for an attorney with meaningful transactional experience who can independently draft and negotiate core deal documentation, lead legal due diligence, and serve as lead internal counsel on acquisitions, divestitures, investments, and strategic partnerships.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Transaction Leadership & Deal Execution
Serve as lead internal legal counsel on mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, investments, and strategic transactions from initial diligence through closing and post-closing matters.
Draft, review, and negotiate principal transaction documents, including NDAs, LOIs, term sheets, stock and asset purchase agreements, merger agreements, disclosure schedules, and ancillary agreements (e.g., TSAs, employment and retention agreements, equity-related documents).
Partner closely with Corporate Development, Finance, Tax, HR, IT, and senior management to structure, negotiate, and execute transactions efficiently and in alignment with business objectives.
Legal Due Diligence
Lead and manage all legal due diligence workstreams, including corporate governance, commercial contracts, litigation, compliance and regulatory matters, employment and benefits, intellectual property, data privacy, real estate, and financing matters.
Identify, evaluate, and communicate legal risks, issues, and mitigation strategies clearly to deal teams and executive leadership.
Oversee diligence reporting, issue tracking, remediation planning, and closing deliverables.
Own deal timelines, legal workplans, and closing checklists to ensure timely execution of transactions.
Coordinate inputs across functions and manage internal and external stakeholders to resolve legal issues proactively and pragmatically.
Support post-closing integration activities and ongoing compliance obligations related to completed transactions.
Governance, Process & Risk Management
Prepare transaction-related materials for Board and committee review and support related corporate approvals.
Assist with entity formation, reorganizations, and corporate housekeeping matters connected to transactions
Help build, improve, and maintain M&A legal processes, templates, and playbooks to support scalable and repeatable deal execution.
Marginal Functions
Support special legal projects related to strategic initiatives outside of active transactions.
Provide backup support for other corporate legal matters during peak workload periods.
Participate in internal training, knowledge-sharing, or process improvement initiatives.
Assist with ad hoc legal research or analysis at the request of senior legal or business leadership.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong knowledge of U.S. M&A transactions and corporate law principles.
Advanced drafting and negotiation skills for complex commercial and transaction documents.
Ability to independently manage multiple transactions and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and issue-spotting capabilities.
Business-oriented judgment with a practical, solutions-focused approach to legal risk.
High level of professionalism, discretion, and ability to handle confidential information.
Strong written communication skills for drafting transaction documents, summaries, and Board materials.
Strong verbal communication skills to advise business partners and senior leadership.
Ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly to non-legal stakeholders.
Ability to negotiate effectively with counterparties and external counsel.Preferred Skills
Experience with private company M&A transactions.
Experience supporting growth-stage, sponsor-backed, or highly acquisitive organizations.
Familiarity with cross-border transactions and related regulatory considerations.
Experience improving legal processes, templates, or playbooks.
Education & Experience
J.D. from an accredited law school.
Active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar (or eligibility for in-house registration).
4-6 years of M&A and transactional experience, gained at a law firm, in-house legal department, or a combination.
Demonstrated ability to independently run deals and interface directly with senior business leadership
Physical, Mental, & Communication Demands
Physical Demands:
Sedentary Work: Primarily involves sitting for extended periods, often at a desk or computer.
Manual Dexterity: Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
Mobility: Occasional walking or traversing throughout the office to meet with leaders and other employees.
Visual Acuity: Ability to read and analyze data on a computer screen (or to read and analyze data with reasonable accommodation) and in printed materials.
Lifting & Carrying: Minimal physical lifting required, but may involve handling documents, and lifting light office supplies.
Mental Demands:
Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy needed for managing client accounts.
Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot issues related to client escalations or complaints.
Multitasking: Manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, often under tight deadlines.
Decision-Making: Make informed decisions regarding when it is appropriate to escalate client concerns or issues.
Stress Management: Handle stressful situations calmly and effectively, especially when dealing with client concerns
Communication Demands:
Interpersonal Skills: Strong ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with employees, managers, clients and external vendors.
Cultural Sensitivity: Communicate with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, demonstrating cultural awareness and sensitivity.
Written Communication: Prepare clear and concise documentation, including emails and notes.
Verbal Communication: Conduct presentations and employee training sessions; provide clear instructions and support to clients, employees and managers.
Presentation Skills: Present information effectively in training sessions with clients and other employees.
Environmental Conditions
Indoor, office environment. May occasionally have moderate noise level from copiers, W2 or check printers, or co-workers.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
