Corporate Counsel - M&A

• Support private-equity backed RIA on high volume deal work.
• Ideal role for candidates with 3-5 years of private equity M&A experience.

About Our Client

Private equity backed RIA.

Job Description

The Corporate Legal Counsel will report to the Head of M&A and will be the sole in-house counsel for a rapidly growing, private-equity backed RIA.

• Oversee and manage all legal aspects of mergers and acquisitions, including due diligence and contract negotiations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents such as purchase agreements, joint venture agreements, and confidentiality agreements.
• Provide strategic legal advice to internal stakeholders on complex M&A transactions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and corporate governance practices.
• Collaborate with external counsel and consultants as needed to support transactions.
• Monitor and manage risk associated with M&A activities.
• Support post-merger integration and address any legal issues that may arise.
• Stay updated on industry trends and legal developments affecting M&A activities.
• Work closely with outside counsel.
• Oversee the work of a paralegal.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Corporate Counsel - M&A should have:

• A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to US State Bar in good standing.
• 3-5 years of experience at a top law firm, handling private equity/financial services M&A transactions.
• Excellent drafting and negotiating skills.
• Exceptional knowledge of corporate laws and regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in working collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary range of $200,000 - $250,000 USD annually.
• Cash bonus and LTIP.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Remote work.