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. Your Impact As Assistant General Counsel, Corporate and M&A, you are a dynamic individual contributor who brings elite transactional training from top law firms and significant experience advising public companies on complex M&A, acquisitions, joint ventures, capital markets, securities reporting, and corporate governance. Reporting directly to the Chief Legal Officer (CLO), you will assist in managing outside counsel, personally overseeing key corporate initiatives, and ensuring all M&A activities align with legal requirements and support the company’s strategic objectives. You will advise and collaborate with Axon’s Board of Directors, C‑Suite, Corporate Development Team, and SEC & Financial Reporting Team. A passion for technology, public safety and Axon’s mission to Protect Life is essential. What You’ll Do Location: Boston or NYC. Reports to: Chief Legal Officer. 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 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 – 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, regulatory compliance, and resolve 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 of 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 work successfully with a team in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment. Work Location This role is based out of our NYC or Boston location and follows a hybrid schedule. We rely on in‑person collaboration and ask that team members work onsite Tuesdays through Fridays, with flexibility to work remotely on Mondays unless an approved workplace accommodation is in place. Benefits Competitive salary and 401k with employer match. Discretionary paid time off. Paid parental leave for all. Fitness programs. Emotional & mental wellness support. Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). Office snacks. Base Pay Range: $250,000 – $300,000 USD Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: 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 recruiting process, please email View email address on click.appcast.io. The above description is not exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job; it may change at any time in accordance with business needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr Axon