Assistant General Counsel, M&A

At Axon, we’re on a mission to Protect Life. We’re explorers, pursuing society’s most critical safety and justice issues with our ecosystem of devices and cloud software. Like our products, we work better together. We connect with candor and care, seeking out diverse perspectives from our customers, communities and each other. Life at Axon is fast‑paced, challenging and meaningful. Here, you’ll take ownership and drive real change. Constantly grow as you work hard for a mission that matters at a company where you matter. What You’ll Do Help develop and implement the legal strategy for M&A activities in alignment with the company’s overall business and legal objectives. Advise the company on securities laws and reporting requirements. Drive best‑in‑class corporate governance in partnership with the CLO, including direct engagement with Axon’s Board of Directors and its committees. Lead and coordinate comprehensive due diligence processes for potential M&A and capital markets transactions. Manage external legal counsel. Partner with the Strategy & Corporate Development team to advise the business and undertake complex M&A work. Prepare and present legal analyses and updates on M&A activities to the executive team and board of directors. Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents—including purchase agreements, term sheets, NDAs, and ancillary instruments—ensuring legal compliance and robust protection of Axon’s interests. Advise on and ensure compliance with securities laws. Liaise with regulatory authorities and manage necessary filings or approvals. Provide post‑merger integration legal support for contract assignments, employee transitions, and regulatory compliance, resolving any legal issues during integration. Other duties as assigned. What You Bring J.D. from an accredited institution with outstanding academic credentials. Admission to a state bar within the United States. Minimum 5–7 years’ experience working for a top‑tier law firm; in‑house experience is a plus. Demonstrated legal expertise in M&A, securities law and corporate governance. Extensive experience managing complex M&A transactions, preferably within the technology or financial services sector. Excellent writing, analytical, negotiation, communication, strategic thinking, and presentation skills. Strong understanding of corporate and securities laws, regulations, and industry standards. Strong leadership, attention to detail, problem‑solving abilities, and organization/prioritization skills. Demonstrated ability to successfully work with a team in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment. Work Location This role is based out of our Boston or New York City location and follows a hybrid schedule. We rely on in‑person collaboration and ask that team members work onsite Tuesdays through Fridays, with the flexibility to work remotely on Mondays, unless there is an approved workplace accommodation. Benefits Competitive salary and 401(k) with employer match. Discretionary paid time off. Paid parental leave for all. Fitness programs. Emotional & mental wellness support. Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). Snacks in our offices. Axon is a total compensation company, meaning compensation is made up of base pay, bonus, and stock awards. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as level, function, training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, geographic market, and often a combination of all these factors. Base Pay Range: $205,380 – $300,000 USD. We encourage candidates who meet the core qualifications to apply, even if all requirements are not perfectly matched, as we value diverse experiences and perspectives. We are an equal‑opportunity employer that promotes justice, advances equity, values diversity and fosters inclusion. We’re committed to hiring the best talent—regardless of race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances—and empowering all of our employees so they can do their best work. If you have a disability or special need that requires assistance or accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email View email address on click.appcast.io. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes. #J-18808-Ljbffr Axon