Corporate Counsel – M&A

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  • Support private-equity backed RIA on high volume deal work.
  • Ideal role for candidates with 3-5 years of private equity M&A experience.

About Our Client

Private equity backed RIA.

Job Description

The Corporate Legal Counsel will report to the Head of M&A and will be the sole in-house counsel for a rapidly growing, private-equity backed RIA.

  • Oversee and manage all legal aspects of mergers and acquisitions, including due diligence and contract negotiations.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents such as purchase agreements, joint venture agreements, and confidentiality agreements.
  • Provide strategic legal advice to internal stakeholders on complex M&A transactions.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and corporate governance practices.
  • Collaborate with external counsel and consultants as needed to support transactions.
  • Monitor and manage risk associated with M&A activities.
  • Support post-merger integration and address any legal issues that may arise.
  • Stay updated on industry trends and legal developments affecting M&A activities.
  • Work closely with outside counsel.
  • Oversee the work of a paralegal.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Corporate Counsel – M&A should have:

  • A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
  • Admission to US State Bar in good standing.
  • 3-5 years of experience at a top law firm, handling private equity/financial services M&A transactions.
  • Excellent drafting and negotiating skills.
  • Exceptional knowledge of corporate laws and regulations.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in working collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary range of $200,000 – $250,000 USD annually.
  • Cash bonus and LTIP.
  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Remote work.

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Location: New York
Job Description:

  • Support private-equity backed RIA on high volume deal work.
  • Ideal role for candidates with 3-5 years of private equity M&A experience.

About Our Client

Private equity backed RIA.

Job Description

The Corporate Legal Counsel will report to the Head of M&A and will be the sole in-house counsel for a rapidly growing, private-equity backed RIA.

  • Oversee and manage all legal aspects of mergers and acquisitions, including due diligence and contract negotiations.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents such as purchase agreements, joint venture agreements, and confidentiality agreements.
  • Provide strategic legal advice to internal stakeholders on complex M&A transactions.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and corporate governance practices.
  • Collaborate with external counsel and consultants as needed to support transactions.
  • Monitor and manage risk associated with M&A activities.
  • Support post-merger integration and address any legal issues that may arise.
  • Stay updated on industry trends and legal developments affecting M&A activities.
  • Work closely with outside counsel.
  • Oversee the work of a paralegal.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Corporate Counsel – M&A should have:

  • A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
  • Admission to US State Bar in good standing.
  • 3-5 years of experience at a top law firm, handling private equity/financial services M&A transactions.
  • Excellent drafting and negotiating skills.
  • Exceptional knowledge of corporate laws and regulations.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in working collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive salary range of $200,000 – $250,000 USD annually.
  • Cash bonus and LTIP.
  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Remote work.

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Posted: April 17th, 2026