Lincoln International
About Lincoln International
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 global private capital markets, backed by superb execution and a deep commitment to client success. With extensive industry knowledge and relationships, timely market intelligence and strategic insights, we forge deep, productive client relationships that endure for decades.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion 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 diversity of thought and create talent density by attracting, retaining and engaging high performers from all demographics, backgrounds and perspectives.
Hybrid Work Structure Lincoln International follows a
hybrid work structure with an emphasis on in office collaboration.
Our employees work in our offices Monday through Thursday each week, with the option to work remotely or from the office on Fridays.
Job Overview The role is Full‑time Counsel in our Chicago office to assist our rapidly growing organization. The ideal candidate will have 1-4 years of corporate M&A or finance experience, but other types of experience will be considered. This person will report to the Associate General Counsel and work collaboratively with all attorneys and professionals in the Legal and Compliance functions, primarily located in Chicago.
Duties & Responsibilities
Client Engagement Letters, Commercial Agreements, and Commercial Advice
Collaborate with Lincoln’s senior bankers to prepare and negotiate engagement letter agreements and ancillary documents with potential clients and their counsel
Proactively identify, monitor, and analyze market trends and legal matters impacting Lincoln International’s commercial and legal positions across a wide range of commercial contracts
Help maintain, review and update Lincoln’s engagement letter and other templates
Lead the negotiation of certain professional services and vendor agreements, IP/data usage agreements, and other agreements
Assist senior members of the Legal and Compliance Departments with the negotiation of various complex commercial ventures and partnerships
Serve as a strategic legal advisor to senior bankers and other professionals to ensure alignment between contractual terms and business objectives
Corporate Legal Projects and Litigation Support
Partner with other members of the Legal and Compliance Departments on strategic corporate projects, such as M&A and corporate structural work and integration of Lincoln International subsidiaries
Support senior members of the Legal Department with employment matters and litigation, including third‑party subpoena responses
Training, Analysis, and Corporate Recordkeeping
Prepare training materials and lead training sessions for bankers on various legal issues and policies
Monitor evolving legal developments affecting investment banks, providing proactive guidance to internal stakeholders
Lead efforts to enhance corporate‑wide use of contract management system
Qualifications
Must have a JD from a competitive program and have a strong academic record
Must be licensed with at least one state bar accreditation
1-4 years of corporate M&A, finance, or other relevant experience at a leading law firm or in‑house corporate environment
Strong verbal communication skills; must be able to effectively communicate with bankers and negotiate with clients, vendors, and their attorneys
Strong written communication skills
Ability to effectively multi‑task and balance a variety of projects simultaneously
Desire and willingness to take ownership of a wide range of legal areas and develop expertise in consultation with outside counsel and Associate 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
401(k) Plan and Profit Share
Competitive salary
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
Salary range: $160,000–190,000 per year (Chicago location). Salary may be modified in the future.
Full‑time position, Chicago, IL
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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion 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 diversity of thought and create talent density by attracting, retaining and engaging high performers from all demographics, backgrounds and perspectives.
Hybrid Work Structure Lincoln International follows a
hybrid work structure with an emphasis on in office collaboration.
Our employees work in our offices Monday through Thursday each week, with the option to work remotely or from the office on Fridays.
Job Overview The role is Full‑time Counsel in our Chicago office to assist our rapidly growing organization. The ideal candidate will have 1-4 years of corporate M&A or finance experience, but other types of experience will be considered. This person will report to the Associate General Counsel and work collaboratively with all attorneys and professionals in the Legal and Compliance functions, primarily located in Chicago.
Duties & Responsibilities
Client Engagement Letters, Commercial Agreements, and Commercial Advice
Collaborate with Lincoln’s senior bankers to prepare and negotiate engagement letter agreements and ancillary documents with potential clients and their counsel
Proactively identify, monitor, and analyze market trends and legal matters impacting Lincoln International’s commercial and legal positions across a wide range of commercial contracts
Help maintain, review and update Lincoln’s engagement letter and other templates
Lead the negotiation of certain professional services and vendor agreements, IP/data usage agreements, and other agreements
Assist senior members of the Legal and Compliance Departments with the negotiation of various complex commercial ventures and partnerships
Serve as a strategic legal advisor to senior bankers and other professionals to ensure alignment between contractual terms and business objectives
Corporate Legal Projects and Litigation Support
Partner with other members of the Legal and Compliance Departments on strategic corporate projects, such as M&A and corporate structural work and integration of Lincoln International subsidiaries
Support senior members of the Legal Department with employment matters and litigation, including third‑party subpoena responses
Training, Analysis, and Corporate Recordkeeping
Prepare training materials and lead training sessions for bankers on various legal issues and policies
Monitor evolving legal developments affecting investment banks, providing proactive guidance to internal stakeholders
Lead efforts to enhance corporate‑wide use of contract management system
Qualifications
Must have a JD from a competitive program and have a strong academic record
Must be licensed with at least one state bar accreditation
1-4 years of corporate M&A, finance, or other relevant experience at a leading law firm or in‑house corporate environment
Strong verbal communication skills; must be able to effectively communicate with bankers and negotiate with clients, vendors, and their attorneys
Strong written communication skills
Ability to effectively multi‑task and balance a variety of projects simultaneously
Desire and willingness to take ownership of a wide range of legal areas and develop expertise in consultation with outside counsel and Associate 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
401(k) Plan and Profit Share
Competitive salary
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
Salary range: $160,000–190,000 per year (Chicago location). Salary may be modified in the future.
Full‑time position, Chicago, IL
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