In-House Counsel - M&A

Job Description

Our client is a leading financial services firm who are seeking an attorney to advise its business teams on corporate, securities and M&A matters.

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Working closely with team members and investment professionals, this role offers direct involvement in transactions, internal approvals and business decision-making.

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Responsibilities

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• Provide legal support across M&A advisory engagements, securities offerings and other capital markets transactions.
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• Draft, review and negotiate engagement letters, confidentiality agreements and related transaction documents.
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• Advise investment bankers on transaction-related legal issues, contractual obligations and potential risks.
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• Participate in transaction review and approval committees, helping assess proposed engagements and resolve legal questions.
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• Monitor securities law and regulatory developments and advise internal teams on their impact.
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• Coordinate outside counsel, oversee assigned legal workstreams and manage related legal expenses.
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• Support special projects, third-party matters and transaction-related disputes or litigation.
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Qualifications

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• JD and active New York Bar admission.
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• 2–4 years of relevant corporate and transactional legal experience preferred.
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• Experience with both securities offerings and M&A transactions.
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• Training at a large law firm or experience within an investment bank strongly preferred.
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• Strong drafting and negotiation skills, sound judgment and the ability to manage competing deadlines.
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• Ability to communicate clearly with senior attorneys and business teams and provide practical legal advice.
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About the opportunity :

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Compensation Range: $185,000 - $215,000 base salary + Bonus

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Location: NYC