Hitachi Energy
Legal Counsel M&A
Join Hitachi Energy as a Legal Counsel specializing in Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A). We are shaping a sustainable future of power systems and want you to help drive strategic growth initiatives that impact the global energy landscape.
The Opportunity In this role you will be at the forefront of complex transactions that enable innovation and transformation in the power industry. You’ll collaborate with internal teams and external advisors to navigate legal challenges, mitigate risks, and ensure seamless integration of acquired businesses. Your expertise will help us strengthen our position as a leader in delivering reliable, efficient, and sustainable energy solutions worldwide.
How You’ll Make An Impact
Lead and manage legal aspects of M&A transactions.
Draft and negotiate key agreements and transaction documents.
Conduct and oversee comprehensive legal due diligence.
Advise internal teams throughout all phases of M&A deals.
Collaborate with external counsel and advisors for efficient execution.
Develop best practices for M&A legal processes and documentation.
Monitor legal and regulatory developments impacting M&A and energy.
Support post‑closing integration activities.
Ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
Your Background
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited U.S. law school.
Active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar.
Minimum of 5 years of experience practicing corporate law with a significant focus on M&A transactions.
Strong understanding of corporate and securities law, and other regulations relevant to M&A.
Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
Experience in the energy transmission and distribution sector, the software industry, or a related industrial field is a plus.
Candidate must already have work authorization that permits them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.
More About Us We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefits to support your financial, physical, mental wellbeing, and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us, in work and out.
Health Care: medical (PPO, CDHP with HSA HMO), dental, and vision.
Financial Wellbeing: Employer‑sponsored pension – 401(k) Program with generous company match and contribution; Life/AD&D Insurance; disability insurance.
Family Care: Life and Family (Legal, pet, auto, home, identity theft, etc.); special needs support; adoption assistance.
Work‑Life: Enhanced leave programs (FMLA, Military Service Leave, Maternal, Paternal, adoption, vacation, and holiday).
Employee Engagement and Development: Employee Resource Groups (depending on location); tuition reimbursement program.
Job Details
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Legal
Industries: Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing; IT Services and IT Consulting
Equal Employment Opportunity Hitachi Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, applicants may request to review the affirmative action plan of a particular facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an HR Representative at 888‑504‑2007. Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Hitachi Energy’s career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an HR Representative at 888‑504‑2007. Resumes and applications will not be accepted through this method. For more information regarding your EEO rights as an applicant, please visit this website.
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The Opportunity In this role you will be at the forefront of complex transactions that enable innovation and transformation in the power industry. You’ll collaborate with internal teams and external advisors to navigate legal challenges, mitigate risks, and ensure seamless integration of acquired businesses. Your expertise will help us strengthen our position as a leader in delivering reliable, efficient, and sustainable energy solutions worldwide.
How You’ll Make An Impact
Lead and manage legal aspects of M&A transactions.
Draft and negotiate key agreements and transaction documents.
Conduct and oversee comprehensive legal due diligence.
Advise internal teams throughout all phases of M&A deals.
Collaborate with external counsel and advisors for efficient execution.
Develop best practices for M&A legal processes and documentation.
Monitor legal and regulatory developments impacting M&A and energy.
Support post‑closing integration activities.
Ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
Your Background
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited U.S. law school.
Active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar.
Minimum of 5 years of experience practicing corporate law with a significant focus on M&A transactions.
Strong understanding of corporate and securities law, and other regulations relevant to M&A.
Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
Experience in the energy transmission and distribution sector, the software industry, or a related industrial field is a plus.
Candidate must already have work authorization that permits them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.
More About Us We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefits to support your financial, physical, mental wellbeing, and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us, in work and out.
Health Care: medical (PPO, CDHP with HSA HMO), dental, and vision.
Financial Wellbeing: Employer‑sponsored pension – 401(k) Program with generous company match and contribution; Life/AD&D Insurance; disability insurance.
Family Care: Life and Family (Legal, pet, auto, home, identity theft, etc.); special needs support; adoption assistance.
Work‑Life: Enhanced leave programs (FMLA, Military Service Leave, Maternal, Paternal, adoption, vacation, and holiday).
Employee Engagement and Development: Employee Resource Groups (depending on location); tuition reimbursement program.
Job Details
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Legal
Industries: Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing; IT Services and IT Consulting
Equal Employment Opportunity Hitachi Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, applicants may request to review the affirmative action plan of a particular facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an HR Representative at 888‑504‑2007. Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Hitachi Energy’s career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an HR Representative at 888‑504‑2007. Resumes and applications will not be accepted through this method. For more information regarding your EEO rights as an applicant, please visit this website.
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