Accountabilities

Lead the legal execution of mergers and acquisitions, managing transactions from the initial Letter of Intent (LOI) through final closing.

Independently draft, review, negotiate, and finalize a broad range of transaction agreements and supporting legal documentation.

Prepare and negotiate Letters of Intent, purchase agreements, and other agreements related to acquisitions and business transactions.

Manage multiple aspects of day-to-day transaction execution, ensuring all legal requirements, milestones, and deadlines are met.

Oversee due diligence processes, identifying legal risks, evaluating business opportunities, and assessing potential liabilities associated with acquisitions.

Coordinate and manage closing processes for newly acquired businesses, ensuring all required documentation and transaction conditions are completed.

Take substantial ownership of M&A closings and related transactions, working collaboratively with internal teams and external legal advisors.

Evaluate potential acquisitions and strategic partnerships, providing legal analysis and recommendations to support informed business decisions.

Delegate appropriate responsibilities to paralegals and other support professionals, ensuring efficient workflow management and timely completion of deliverables.

Maintain high standards of legal accuracy, risk management, and transaction documentation throughout the acquisition lifecycle.

Requirements

At least 5 years of professional experience in mergers and acquisitions, preferably within a law firm, private equity environment, or corporate legal department.

Demonstrated experience independently drafting, reviewing, and negotiating M&A transaction documents and agreements.

Strong background in conducting legal due diligence and preparing businesses for acquisition transactions.

Experience evaluating and analyzing potential acquisitions, business opportunities, and strategic partnerships.

Solid understanding of corporate transactions, acquisition structures, and the legal processes involved in completing M&A deals.

Experience managing transactions from initial negotiations and Letters of Intent through closing.

Private equity transaction experience is considered a strong advantage.

Excellent legal drafting, research, and analytical skills, with exceptional attention to detail.

Strong organizational and project management abilities, including the capacity to manage multiple transactions and competing deadlines simultaneously.

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with executives, business stakeholders, legal advisors, and support teams.

Ability to work independently, exercise sound commercial judgment, and take ownership of complex legal matters.

Benefits

Competitive salary package.

Equity participation opportunities available to all employees.

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families.

401(k) retirement savings plan.

Paid parental leave.

Generous paid time off, with an organizational culture that encourages employees to take their vacations.

Healthy work-life balance and an emphasis on disconnecting outside working hours.

Collaborative, low-ego working environment that values teamwork and mutual respect.

Professional development opportunities and support for long-term career growth.

Growth-oriented culture that encourages continuous learning, ownership, and professional advancement.

How Jobgether works

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