Corporate - Asset/Investment Management Attorney / Corporate - M&A Attorney in New York City, NY

In-House

New York City, NY

Corporate - Asset/Investment Management Attorney / Corporate - M&A Attorney in New York City, NY

Attorney

Min 9 yrs required

No

Job Title: Sr. Counsel, M&A

Job Responsibilities:
- Lead and support mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, investments, warrants, and other corporate transactions through all stages of a transaction lifecycle. This includes the assessment of potential targets, deal structuring, negotiation, due diligence, and deal execution.
- Provide strategic legal advice to senior management and other internal stakeholders regarding M&A strategy, risk management, and execution.
- Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents, including definitive agreements, letters of intent, and ancillary documents.
- Work collaboratively with multiple cross-functional teams across the company on post-closing integration matters.
- Advise on legal and regulatory issues related to securities law, antitrust, data privacy, and other compliance matters that may impact M&A transactions.
- Provide support and guidance on other corporate matters.
- Effectively manage outside counsel, including the selection of advisors and coordination of efforts to ensure effective legal support during the transaction process.
- Contribute to the development of internal legal processes and best practices for M&A transactions.

Education and Experience Information:
- Possess a JD and be admitted to any state bar.
- Have 9+ years of legal experience in a law firm, as well as experience working in-house as a corporate transactions attorney focused on M&A and investments.
- Experience with corporate transactions in the technology sector.
- Ability to work autonomously while exercising sound judgment in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects at once, follow through and meet deadlines.
- Flexibility and a willingness to work extended hours when necessary.
- Proven ability to balance legal risk and business objectives.
- A positive attitude and high EQ, and possess common sense and a good sense of humor.

Salary Information:
The national base pay range for this position within the United States is $214,200—$315,000 USD. The successful candidate’s starting pay will fall within this pay range and is determined based on job-related factors including skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. Base salary is localized according to an employee’s work location, and ranges are market-dependent and may be modified in the future. In addition to base salary, compensation for this role includes opportunities for equity grants. The company also offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a 401(k) plan with employer matching, 16 weeks of paid parental leave, wellness benefits, commuter benefits match, paid time off, paid sick leave, medical, dental, and vision benefits, 11 paid holidays, disability and basic life insurance, family-forming assistance, and a mental health program.

About Company:
Company is a technology and logistics company that started with door-to-door delivery, aiming to empower local economies. The company is rapidly growing and changing, offering team members opportunities to share their unique perspectives, solve new challenges, and own their careers. The company is committed to supporting employees' happiness, healthiness, and overall well-being by providing comprehensive benefits and perks.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
The company is committed to growing and empowering a more inclusive community within the company, industry, and cities. They hire and cultivate diverse teams of people from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. The company believes that true innovation happens when everyone has room at the table and the tools, resources, and opportunity to excel. The company does not discriminate based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, or veteran status. They strive to prevent inappropriate behavior and value a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants, including those with arrest and conviction records, will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with applicable regulations.