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Equifax · 20 hours ago

Head of M&A Legal

Equifax is a global leader in data analytics and technology, and they are seeking a Head of Mergers & Acquisitions Legal to drive their growth initiatives. This role involves managing all legal aspects of domestic and international M&A transactions, joint ventures, and strategic investments, while serving as the lead legal advisor to the Global Leadership Team.

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Responsibilities

Serve as the lead legal advisor to our Global Leadership Team on all global mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other strategic investments
Personally draft and negotiate high-stakes, complex transaction-related documents, operating as the lead counsel on key deals
Direct the legal strategy for the entire deal lifecycle, overseeing the due diligence process and partnering with the Corporate Development team to manage timelines and execution
Provide insightful analysis and counsel to business and legal leaders regarding in-depth research on transactions and other legal matters
Anticipate and advise on potential legal issues, employing an innovative and curious approach to resolve sensitive situations with diplomacy and a high degree of confidentiality
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including Finance, Tax, Human Resources, and Technology, ensuring seamless transaction execution and integration
Manage external counsel and other third-party advisors

Qualification

M&A transactionsLegal draftingNegotiation skillsCorporate law experienceC-suite advisoryBusiness acumenStakeholder managementActive Bar membershipFinTech experienceCommunication skills

Required

A minimum of 10+ years of progressive legal experience, handling and managing complex M&A transactions as an attorney in a top-tier law firm and/or a global corporation
Experience structuring, negotiating, and documenting venture capital and minority equity investments
Deep experience providing counsel directly to C-suite executives and a Board of Directors
Exceptional negotiation, drafting and communication skills
Strong business acumen with the ability to provide practical, solution-oriented legal advice
Proven ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, demanding environment
Active Bar membership in good standing in at least one U.S. state

Preferred

Experience within the FinTech, Financial Services or Technology sectors would be preferable

Company

Equifax is a data, analytics, and technology company for automotive, healthcare, and insurance industries.

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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1M
2009-09-04Post Ipo Equity· $1M
1971-05-11IPO

Leadership Team

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John Gamble
Corporate Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
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Justin Demola
Senior Vice President, Mortgage and Housing
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