Lincoln International
Associate General Counsel, Securities
Lincoln International, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Overview
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We are trusted investment banking advisors to business owners and senior executives of leading private equity firms and public and privately held companies around the world. Our services include mergers and acquisitions advisory, private funds and capital markets advisory, and valuation and fairness opinions. As one tightly integrated team of more than 1,000 professionals across 15 countries, we offer an unmatched perspective on the global private capital markets, backed by superb execution and a deep commitment to client success.
Lincoln International is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We encourage you to read more about our commitment to diversity and Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) efforts.
Our employees work in our offices Monday through Thursday each week, with the option to work remotely or from the office on Fridays.
Duties & Responsibilities
Corporate Legal Projects and Advice
Work with the General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel(s) and other attorneys and C‑Suite Management on special corporate legal projects such as financings, acquisitions and integrations.
Act as lead in‑house attorney with respect to securities filings and SEC matters.
Provide legal advice and act as a trusted advisor to our most senior management on risk management issues across multiple legal areas in consultation with the General Counsel and outside counsel as needed.
Partnership and other corporate documentation
Provide support to General Counsel regarding certain board matters and materials.
Responsible for organizing and maintaining official corporate records, including all partnership and corporation agreements and option and subscription agreements for new partners.
Assistance with drafting other corporate agreements such as consulting agreements, inter‑company agreements and fee sharing agreements.
International operations
Assist Deputy General Counsel‑ Head of Legal, Europe with European legal matters.
Assist with the legal documentation related to the U.S. partnership’s ownership in foreign entities.
Assist with the legal documentation related to the U.S. partnership’s establishment of new Lincoln International entities abroad.
Qualifications
JD from a top‑tier program and a strong academic record (both undergraduate and graduate).
Licensed with at least one state bar accreditation.
8‑12 years of combined experience in securities/capital markets/corporate law at a top‑tier law firm and as in‑house counsel; in‑house experience at a public company prior to this position strongly preferred but not required.
Strong verbal communication skills; able to effectively communicate with bankers and negotiate with clients, buyers, investors and lenders.
Strong written communication skills.
Ability to effectively multi‑task and balance a variety of projects simultaneously.
Desire and willingness to take ownership in a wide range of legal areas and develop expertise in consultation with outside counsel and the General Counsel.
Confidence to work independently and exercise judgment on complex matters.
Benefits
Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO Insurance plan
VSP Vision Insurance
Delta Dental Insurance
LTD, STD and Life Insurance
401K Plan and Profit Share
Competitive salary
End‑of‑year nominal, discretionary annual bonus
Additional Information Lincoln International is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status.
The salary range for this role is $260,000‑$275,000 on an annual basis. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in Chicago.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits to eligible employees. The position may be eligible for bonus pay. For more information, please click here to view Lincoln International's Candidate Privacy Notices.
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We are trusted investment banking advisors to business owners and senior executives of leading private equity firms and public and privately held companies around the world. Our services include mergers and acquisitions advisory, private funds and capital markets advisory, and valuation and fairness opinions. As one tightly integrated team of more than 1,000 professionals across 15 countries, we offer an unmatched perspective on the global private capital markets, backed by superb execution and a deep commitment to client success.
Lincoln International is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We encourage you to read more about our commitment to diversity and Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) efforts.
Our employees work in our offices Monday through Thursday each week, with the option to work remotely or from the office on Fridays.
Duties & Responsibilities
Corporate Legal Projects and Advice
Work with the General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel(s) and other attorneys and C‑Suite Management on special corporate legal projects such as financings, acquisitions and integrations.
Act as lead in‑house attorney with respect to securities filings and SEC matters.
Provide legal advice and act as a trusted advisor to our most senior management on risk management issues across multiple legal areas in consultation with the General Counsel and outside counsel as needed.
Partnership and other corporate documentation
Provide support to General Counsel regarding certain board matters and materials.
Responsible for organizing and maintaining official corporate records, including all partnership and corporation agreements and option and subscription agreements for new partners.
Assistance with drafting other corporate agreements such as consulting agreements, inter‑company agreements and fee sharing agreements.
International operations
Assist Deputy General Counsel‑ Head of Legal, Europe with European legal matters.
Assist with the legal documentation related to the U.S. partnership’s ownership in foreign entities.
Assist with the legal documentation related to the U.S. partnership’s establishment of new Lincoln International entities abroad.
Qualifications
JD from a top‑tier program and a strong academic record (both undergraduate and graduate).
Licensed with at least one state bar accreditation.
8‑12 years of combined experience in securities/capital markets/corporate law at a top‑tier law firm and as in‑house counsel; in‑house experience at a public company prior to this position strongly preferred but not required.
Strong verbal communication skills; able to effectively communicate with bankers and negotiate with clients, buyers, investors and lenders.
Strong written communication skills.
Ability to effectively multi‑task and balance a variety of projects simultaneously.
Desire and willingness to take ownership in a wide range of legal areas and develop expertise in consultation with outside counsel and the General Counsel.
Confidence to work independently and exercise judgment on complex matters.
Benefits
Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO Insurance plan
VSP Vision Insurance
Delta Dental Insurance
LTD, STD and Life Insurance
401K Plan and Profit Share
Competitive salary
End‑of‑year nominal, discretionary annual bonus
Additional Information Lincoln International is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status.
The salary range for this role is $260,000‑$275,000 on an annual basis. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in Chicago.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits to eligible employees. The position may be eligible for bonus pay. For more information, please click here to view Lincoln International's Candidate Privacy Notices.
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