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Senior Counsel, Mergers and Acquisitions - Lead and execute significant, complex transactions for a global healthcare leader.
Full-time position with competitive salary and benefits package.
H1: Senior Counsel, Mergers and Acquisitions for Global Healthcare Leader
H2: Lead Complex Transactions and Drive Positive Business Outcomes
Overview:
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***., a global healthcare leader, is seeking an experienced Senior Counsel to lead acquisitions, mergers, divestitures, and other sophisticated transactions. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and benefits package and the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies in the healthcare industry.
About **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.:
With a presence in over 160 countries, **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is dedicated to helping people live fuller lives at all stages. The company's portfolio includes life-changing technologies in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals, and branded generic medicines. As an employer of choice, **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. provides employees with challenging opportunities and a supportive work environment to succeed and grow.
Job Description:
The Senior Counsel will work closely with other members of **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.'s Legal Division and senior business leaders to lead and execute significant, complex transactions. The successful candidate will have a strong background in mergers and acquisitions, preferably with experience in cross-border transactions. Core responsibilities include actively owning all legal aspects of transactions, identifying and analyzing legal issues, and advising and collaborating with business leaders and legal colleagues to drive positive business outcomes. The Senior Counsel will also be expected to anticipate issues and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
Technical Skills:
- Demonstrated expertise in leading significant, complex mergers and acquisitions
- In-house experience and experience with cross-border transactions preferred
- Active ownership of all legal aspects of transactions
- Identifying and analyzing legal issues and providing practical solutions
- Advising and collaborating with business leaders, legal colleagues, and outside counsel
Training/Experience Required:
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
- Strong academic background and admission to a US state bar in good standing
- Licensure to practice law in Illinois or ability to obtain
- Minimum of 8 to 10 years of experience in mergers and acquisitions, preferably with large corporate clients
- Experience in a large law firm required, in-house experience at a large corporation preferred
- Proven ability to perform successfully in cross-functional teams and mentor others
Critical Success Factors:
- Expertise and sound judgment in complex situations
- Prioritization and strategic thinking skills
- Strong communication skills and ability to adapt to different audiences
- Building strong relationships with legal and business stakeholders
- Leading and managing high-performing teams and external legal counsel
Company Culture:
At **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***., employees are given the tools to succeed, lead, and grow. The company values workplace excellence and offers diverse opportunities for personal and professional development. The legal team at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is collaborative, curious, and pragmatic, and values diversity in background, experience, and thought.
Salary Information:
The base pay for this position is $143, – $286,. Salary may vary in specific locations.
Location:
This position is located in **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. Park, IL, with the possibility of working from the Willis Tower Building in Chicago, IL.
Work Schedule and Travel:
This is a standard full-time position with potential for 10% travel.
Medical Surveillance:
Not applicable.
EEO Statement:
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its teams. The company is committed to providing meaningful and challenging work on a global scale and expects employees to be holistic thinkers who make thoughtful, informed decisions.
Join **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.:
If you are an experienced transactional attorney with a passion for driving positive business outcomes, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.. Submit a list of transactions worked on, including your role in each, along with your resume.
