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Axiom · 1 day ago

M&A Lawyer

United States

Contract

Remote

Mid, Senior Level

4+ years exp

Axiom is a global leader in high-caliber, on-demand legal talent, and they are seeking an M&A Lawyer to support their client, a global investment bank. The role involves providing legal guidance on M&A transactions and managing complex legal agreements while working closely with investment banking staff and the Legal Department.

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Responsibilities

Draft, review, advise on, and negotiate client engagement letters and related agreements for the firm’s investment banking and financial advisory activities, in coordination with investment banking staff and the Legal and Compliance Department

Provide day-to-day legal and regulatory guidance to investment banking staff and internal teams, including contract interpretation, dispute resolution, and identification/management of potential conflicts of interest and other risks

Monitor legal and regulatory developments and industry best practices, and update, implement, and enforce policies and procedures to ensure compliance

Manage and coordinate work with outside counsel, as needed

Recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures to improve efficiency and address emerging legal developments and trends

Assist in the management of litigation and dispute resolution matters

Qualification

M&A lawComplex M&A transactionsCorporateSecurities lawsContract negotiationLegal researchVerbal communicationAttention to detailProblem-solvingProject management

Required

Possess an active bar license in the state in which you reside

Minimum 4+ years of experience practicing as an M&A attorney at an AmLaw firm or F500 in-house legal department, with a focus on handling complex M&A transactions

Experience working on mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, divestitures, private equity, or fund investments either at a law firm or in an in-house legal team

Strong knowledge of federal and state corporate and securities laws, regulations, and practices related to M&A transactions

Deep knowledge of market practices for M&A and financing transactions

Versatile in handling diverse matters across a range of products and businesses, with a willingness to adapt, learn new skills, and share expertise

Exceptional verbal communication, drafting, and contract negotiation skills

Strong research abilities with meticulous attention to detail

Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, challenging environment, managing and prioritizing multiple matters simultaneously

Professional, commercially minded approach to problem-solving

Able to work independently and collaboratively across all levels of legal and business teams

Highly organized with the ability to proactively identify trends and emerging issues

Preferred

Prior investment banking experience preferred, but not required

Experience advising clients in a variety of industries, including technology, healthcare, energy, and financial services, on M&A transactions

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple high-stakes transactions simultaneously, with excellent project management, negotiation, and communication skills

Familiarity with private equity and venture capital transactions, including portfolio company acquisitions and dispositions