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a global investment bank, with an onsite presence required three days per week.
I deal candidates will have 4-8 years of legal experience as a practicing attorney with a strong background in M&A law, with a proven track record of successfully managing and executing complex M&A transactions. As Corporate Counsel, you will support the firm’s financial staff and Legal Department on legal and regulatory matters related to investment banking activities, including M&A, capital markets, restructuring, and liability management. Key responsibilities include drafting, negotiating, and advising on NDAs, client engagement letters, and other agreements, as well as providing guidance on legal, regulatory, commercial, reputational, and risk-related issues impacting the firm’s business.
This role requires 3 days per week onsite in Chicago, IL Responsibilities
: Draft, review, advise on, and negotiate client engagement letters and related agreements for the firm’s investment banking and financial advisory activities, in coordination with investment banking staff and the Legal and Compliance Department. Provide day-to-day legal and regulatory guidance to investment banking staff and internal teams, including contract interpretation, dispute resolution, and identification/management of potential conflicts of interest and other risks. Monitor legal and regulatory developments and industry best practices, and update, implement, and enforce policies and procedures to ensure compliance. Manage and coordinate work with outside counsel, as needed. Recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures to improve efficiency and address emerging legal developments and trends. Assist in the management of litigation and dispute resolution matters. Qualifications: Possess an active bar license in the state in which you reside. Minimum 4+ years of experience practicing as an M&A attorney at an AmLaw firm or F500 in-house legal department, with a focus on handling complex M&A transactions. Experience working on mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, divestitures, private equity, or fund investments either at an law firm or in an in-house legal team. Strong knowledge of federal and state corporate and securities laws, regulations, and practices related to M&A transactions. Deep knowledge of market practices for M&A and financing transactions. Versatile in handling diverse matters across a range of products and businesses, with a willingness to adapt, learn new skills, and share expertise. Exceptional verbal communication, drafting, and contract negotiation skills. Strong research abilities with meticulous attention to detail. Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, challenging environment, managing and prioritizing multiple matters simultaneously. Professional, commercially minded approach to problem-solving. Able to work independently and collaboratively across all levels of legal and business teams. Highly organized with the ability to proactively identify trends and emerging issues. Preferred Qualifications (not required but considered advantageous): Prior investment banking experience preferred, but not required. Experience advising clients in a variety of industries, including technology, healthcare, energy, and financial services, on M&A transactions. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple high-stakes transactions simultaneously, with excellent project management, negotiation, and communication skills. Familiarity with private equity and venture capital transactions, including portfolio company acquisitions and dispositions. Compensation, Benefits & Location: This role offers a range of competitive compensation
starting
at $150,000 and a highly competitive benefits package in the alternative legal services marketplace that includes health benefits, 401K and more. Axiomites also get access to professional development resources and learning and development programs. Axiomites predominately work remotely, with the exception that some clients require on-site presence. Axiom is the global leader in high-caliber, on-demand legal talent. Covering North America, the UK, Europe, Australia, and APAC, we enable legal departments to drive efficiency and growth and meet the demands of today’s business landscape with best in breed alterative legal services. Axiom is a leader in diversity, inclusion, and social engagement.
Diversity
is core to our values and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be named a best place to work for LGBTQ+ Equality, earning top marks in the 2021 Corporate Equality Index for the second consecutive year. Axiom’s legal department is Mansfield certified and is committed to considering at least 50% diverse candidates for leadership roles and outside counsel representation. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Learn more about working at Axiom . Equal Opportunity Employer: Axiom ensures equal employment opportunity in recruitment and employment, without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religious creed or belief, political opinion, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital (or civil or other partnership recognized by law) status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Axiom prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment. Accommodation for Individuals with Disabilities:
Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Axiom will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities who require an accommodation to participate in each stage of the recruitment process. To request an accommodation to complete the application form, please contact us at benefits@axiomlaw.com and include “Applicant Accommodation” in the subject line. Axiom respects your privacy. For an explanation of the kind of information we collect about you and how it is used, our full privacy notice is available at https://www.axiomlaw.com/privacy-notice. Employment with Axiom may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check, providing proof of identity, and possessing the necessary legal authorization to work. By submitting an application, you acknowledge that all information contained therein, and provided at any part of the application process, is correct and accurate to the best of your knowledge. Seniority level
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M&A Lawyer
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Axiom 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
M&A Lawyer
role at
Axiom Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Direct message the job poster from Axiom We are seeking a n M&A Lawyer
to work with our client,
a global investment bank, with an onsite presence required three days per week.
I deal candidates will have 4-8 years of legal experience as a practicing attorney with a strong background in M&A law, with a proven track record of successfully managing and executing complex M&A transactions. As Corporate Counsel, you will support the firm’s financial staff and Legal Department on legal and regulatory matters related to investment banking activities, including M&A, capital markets, restructuring, and liability management. Key responsibilities include drafting, negotiating, and advising on NDAs, client engagement letters, and other agreements, as well as providing guidance on legal, regulatory, commercial, reputational, and risk-related issues impacting the firm’s business.
This role requires 3 days per week onsite in Chicago, IL Responsibilities
: Draft, review, advise on, and negotiate client engagement letters and related agreements for the firm’s investment banking and financial advisory activities, in coordination with investment banking staff and the Legal and Compliance Department. Provide day-to-day legal and regulatory guidance to investment banking staff and internal teams, including contract interpretation, dispute resolution, and identification/management of potential conflicts of interest and other risks. Monitor legal and regulatory developments and industry best practices, and update, implement, and enforce policies and procedures to ensure compliance. Manage and coordinate work with outside counsel, as needed. Recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures to improve efficiency and address emerging legal developments and trends. Assist in the management of litigation and dispute resolution matters. Qualifications: Possess an active bar license in the state in which you reside. Minimum 4+ years of experience practicing as an M&A attorney at an AmLaw firm or F500 in-house legal department, with a focus on handling complex M&A transactions. Experience working on mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, divestitures, private equity, or fund investments either at an law firm or in an in-house legal team. Strong knowledge of federal and state corporate and securities laws, regulations, and practices related to M&A transactions. Deep knowledge of market practices for M&A and financing transactions. Versatile in handling diverse matters across a range of products and businesses, with a willingness to adapt, learn new skills, and share expertise. Exceptional verbal communication, drafting, and contract negotiation skills. Strong research abilities with meticulous attention to detail. Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, challenging environment, managing and prioritizing multiple matters simultaneously. Professional, commercially minded approach to problem-solving. Able to work independently and collaboratively across all levels of legal and business teams. Highly organized with the ability to proactively identify trends and emerging issues. Preferred Qualifications (not required but considered advantageous): Prior investment banking experience preferred, but not required. Experience advising clients in a variety of industries, including technology, healthcare, energy, and financial services, on M&A transactions. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple high-stakes transactions simultaneously, with excellent project management, negotiation, and communication skills. Familiarity with private equity and venture capital transactions, including portfolio company acquisitions and dispositions. Compensation, Benefits & Location: This role offers a range of competitive compensation
starting
at $150,000 and a highly competitive benefits package in the alternative legal services marketplace that includes health benefits, 401K and more. Axiomites also get access to professional development resources and learning and development programs. Axiomites predominately work remotely, with the exception that some clients require on-site presence. Axiom is the global leader in high-caliber, on-demand legal talent. Covering North America, the UK, Europe, Australia, and APAC, we enable legal departments to drive efficiency and growth and meet the demands of today’s business landscape with best in breed alterative legal services. Axiom is a leader in diversity, inclusion, and social engagement.
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Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Axiom will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities who require an accommodation to participate in each stage of the recruitment process. To request an accommodation to complete the application form, please contact us at benefits@axiomlaw.com and include “Applicant Accommodation” in the subject line. Axiom respects your privacy. For an explanation of the kind of information we collect about you and how it is used, our full privacy notice is available at https://www.axiomlaw.com/privacy-notice. Employment with Axiom may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check, providing proof of identity, and possessing the necessary legal authorization to work. By submitting an application, you acknowledge that all information contained therein, and provided at any part of the application process, is correct and accurate to the best of your knowledge. Seniority level
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Job function Business Development and Sales Industries Law Practice Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Axiom by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Mergers and Acquisitions Specialist” roles.
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