Associate General Counsel - Mergers & Acquisitions

Associate General Counsel - Mergers & Acquisitions This role requires associates to be in-office 3 days per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office. Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law. Elevance Health is seeking an exceptional Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) lawyer with meaningful private equity experience to serve as a principal legal advisor on strategic transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, minority investments, and other partnership arrangements. The Associate General Counsel - Mergers & Acquisitions is responsible overseeing the legal aspects of the full transaction lifecycle—from initial structuring and term sheet negotiations through diligence, definitive documentation, regulatory approvals, closing, and post-close integration. The role will provide comprehensive legal guidance and support for a variety of corporate transactions, ensuring that all deals comply with relevant laws and regulations while aligning with the company’s strategic and financial goals. Acting as a strategic partner and decision maker, this position will, among other things, assess and minimize transaction risks, oversee outside counsel, and help facilitate post-closing integration with respect to M&A and other large-scale, high-impact initiatives. How you will make an impact Contributes to overall results of an SBU or CEE unit and/or department. Uses professional legal concepts and principles to contribute to development of company's concepts and principles. May possess deep technical knowledge or broader scope of knowledge. Provides instructions to junior members of the department and concise, timely briefings to senior level business and legal management. Serves as a resource for other attorneys and paralegals as well as business clients instructing and advising on technical and tactical issues. Assesses and mitigates risk. Reports to management any identified business exposure and associated risks as well as mitigation techniques being utilized. Strategic Advisory: Advise company leaders, Corporate Development and other stakeholders on transaction structures, fiduciary duties, and market practices, including with respect to public and private M&A, strategic investments, joint ventures, and divestitures in support of growth and portfolio optimization; perform comprehensive legal research and analysis. Deal Leadership: Lead all phases of mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and strategic investments to efficiently drive deal execution and resolve issues. Drafting and Negotiating: Draft, review and negotiate complex deal documents, including term sheets, confidentiality agreements, letters of intent, stock and asset purchase agreements, merger agreements, joint venture agreements, and ancillary documents. Due Diligence Coordination: Manage and coordinate legal due diligence across disciplines (Compliance, Litigation, Finance, Intellectual Property, Information Technology, Employment, Regulatory, Tax, etc.) to identify risks and recommend mitigation strategies. Regulatory Compliance: Manage regulatory matters, including antitrust reviews, federal and state healthcare requirements, and other governmental clearances; ensure compliance with securities regulations and corporate governance standards. Managing Third-Party Service Providers: Select, lead, and hold accountable external law firms and third-party consultants to ensure high-quality, efficient service and work product. General Counseling : Deliver subject-matter expertise to business units and other members of the Legal department with sound knowledge of the company’s strategic goals. Assistance with M&A Playbook : Help develop and implement an M&A playbook, templates, and best practices to promote consistent risk management, governance, and integration outcomes across the enterprise. Minimum Requirements Requires a JD, current license to practice law, and a minimum of 9 years of specific industry and/or technical legal experience post licensure; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background. Preferred Skills, Capabilities and Experiences Corporate transactional experience in M&A and private equity investments with a strong record of negotiating and closing complex transactions preferred. Extensive experience drafting and negotiating definitive agreements and managing end-to-end deal processes, including diligence, regulatory approvals, and integration planning preferred. Strong understanding of corporate finance and securities regulations preferred. Excellent leadership, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple high-value projects and deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment preferred. Large law firm and/or in-house corporate development experience preferred. Experience in the healthcare industry preferred. Benefits We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few. Hybrid Workforce Strategy Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process. Health and Safety Requirements The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws. EEO Statement Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact View email address on click.appcast.io for assistance. Background Check and Legal Compliance Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. 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