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Have you got the right qualifications and skills for this job Find out below, and hit apply to be considered. Sokol Associates Inc. provided pay range This range is provided by Sokol Associates Inc.. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $250,000.00/yr - $300,000.00/yr Additional compensation types Annual Bonus Direct message the job poster from Sokol Associates Inc. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced
Mergers and Acquisitions Attorney
to join our client, a major pharmaceutical company. The person in this position will assist with the company's strategic growth through domestic and international acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships in the
pharmaceutical and life sciences sector . This role will work closely with the executive leadership, business development, finance, regulatory, and compliance teams to lead legal due diligence, negotiate deal terms, and manage post-transaction integration efforts. The position is a hybrid work arrangement. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage all legal aspects of M&A transactions, including structuring, due diligence, negotiation, drafting, and closing. Draft, review, and negotiate term sheets, letters of intent, stock and asset purchase agreements, joint venture agreements, and related documentation. Coordinate with internal stakeholders (e.g., regulatory, IP, tax, antitrust, compliance) to ensure transactions align with business goals and legal risk profiles. Manage outside counsel on transaction-related matters and supervise legal spend. Monitor and advise on legal developments and trends in the M&A and pharmaceutical regulatory landscape. Assist with corporate governance. Support business development teams in evaluating new acquisition targets and strategic partnerships. Qualifications: J.D. from an accredited law school; admitted to practice law in New York 4–6 years
of relevant experience in M&A law, with a
strong background in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences sector . Experience from in-house legal departments and/or top-tier law firms preferred. To Apply: Please submit your resume and cover letter through the Sokol Associates Inc. LinkedIn job portal. We look forward to hearing from you! Seniority level
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Have you got the right qualifications and skills for this job Find out below, and hit apply to be considered. Sokol Associates Inc. provided pay range This range is provided by Sokol Associates Inc.. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $250,000.00/yr - $300,000.00/yr Additional compensation types Annual Bonus Direct message the job poster from Sokol Associates Inc. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced
Mergers and Acquisitions Attorney
to join our client, a major pharmaceutical company. The person in this position will assist with the company's strategic growth through domestic and international acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships in the
pharmaceutical and life sciences sector . This role will work closely with the executive leadership, business development, finance, regulatory, and compliance teams to lead legal due diligence, negotiate deal terms, and manage post-transaction integration efforts. The position is a hybrid work arrangement. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage all legal aspects of M&A transactions, including structuring, due diligence, negotiation, drafting, and closing. Draft, review, and negotiate term sheets, letters of intent, stock and asset purchase agreements, joint venture agreements, and related documentation. Coordinate with internal stakeholders (e.g., regulatory, IP, tax, antitrust, compliance) to ensure transactions align with business goals and legal risk profiles. Manage outside counsel on transaction-related matters and supervise legal spend. Monitor and advise on legal developments and trends in the M&A and pharmaceutical regulatory landscape. Assist with corporate governance. Support business development teams in evaluating new acquisition targets and strategic partnerships. Qualifications: J.D. from an accredited law school; admitted to practice law in New York 4–6 years
of relevant experience in M&A law, with a
strong background in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences sector . Experience from in-house legal departments and/or top-tier law firms preferred. To Apply: Please submit your resume and cover letter through the Sokol Associates Inc. LinkedIn job portal. We look forward to hearing from you! Seniority level
Seniority levelAssociate Employment type
Employment typeFull-time Job function
Job functionLegal IndustriesLegal Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Sokol Associates Inc. by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Pension plan Paid maternity leave Paid paternity leave Get notified about new Legal Counsel jobs in
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