Legal Counsel, Corporate Transactions
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced In-House Legal Counsel with 5-10+ years of legal experience in corporate transactions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, strategic investments, and corporate governance. Experience with reinsurance, debt transactions, tax credit deals, working with public companies, and managing complex project work is highly desirable.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and negotiate agreements for reinsurance, debt transactions, M&A, joint ventures, and other corporate matters
- Advise on subsidiary corporate governance
- Engage and manage outside counsel for specialized matters
- Lead and coordinate legal due diligence processes
- Collaborate with leadership teams to ensure alignment on transaction structure and execution
- Ensure compliance with federal and state laws, securities regulations, and internal policies
- Drive project management for complex transactions and cross-functional initiatives
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
- 5-10 years of experience in corporate transactions, including M&A and related areas
- Prior experience at a reputable law firm and/or in-house legal department of a U.S. company
- Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
- Strong judgment and ability to balance legal risk with business objectives
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
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