Corporate M&A Associate - Gpac

One of our clients is a leading global corporation operating in various industries, with a strong focus on strategic growth and expansion through mergers and acquisitions. With a robust portfolio of successful deals and a commitment to innovation, they are currently seeking a highly skilled Corporate M&A Associate to join our legal team.

Position Overview:

As a Corporate M&A Associate, you will play a pivotal role in our organization's growth strategy by providing legal guidance and support throughout all stages of the mergers and acquisitions process. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including executives, finance professionals, and external legal counsel, to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations and to execute successful transactions. This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex and high-profile deals, contributing to the long-term success of our company.

Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice and guidance on all aspects of the mergers and acquisitions process, including due diligence, deal structuring, negotiation, and documentation.

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of transactional agreements, such as purchase agreements, merger agreements, confidentiality agreements, and other related legal documents.

• Conduct thorough legal due diligence reviews to identify and mitigate potential risks and liabilities associated with target companies.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, external legal counsel, and other professionals to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

• Assist in the development and implementation of corporate governance and compliance policies and procedures.

• Stay updated on relevant legal developments, industry trends, and best practices in corporate M&A law and share knowledge within the legal team and the organization.

• Manage multiple transactions simultaneously and work efficiently to meet tight deadlines.

• Participate in negotiations and communicate effectively with counterparties to achieve favorable outcomes for the organization.

Qualifications:

• Licensed in good standing to practice in Connecticut  
• 3-7 years of experience as a corporate attorney with a focus on mergers and acquisitions, preferably in a law firm or in-house legal department of a large corporation.
• Strong expertise in corporate law, securities regulations, and contract law related to mergers and acquisitions.
• Proven track record of successfully handling complex M&A transactions from inception to closing.
• Exceptional negotiation, drafting, and analytical skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Familiarity with international M&A transactions and cross-border regulations is a plus.

This firm offers competitive compensation and benefits packages, a collaborative work environment, and opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a highly motivated and experienced Corporate M&A Attorney looking to work on exciting and impactful deals, we would love to hear from you.

Please contact Dev at devney.ayers@gogpac.com or 605-705-4821 for a confidential conversation. 

Please note: Compensation depends on level of experience and may be different than the pay range indicated here.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

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