Corporate Counsel II - M&A

Overview

This position provides guidance and consultation on a variety of legal matters, including merger and acquisition transactions, contract negotiations, and general corporate governance.

Responsibilities

Essential job functions for M&A Counsel include:

• Reviewing, drafting, structuring, and negotiating agreements related to M&A
• Conducting legal M&A due diligence efforts and assisting with firm-wide due diligence efforts
• Collaborating with business partners across the organization
• Assisting, communicating with, and overseeing the work of outside counsel
• Researching and advising on relevant legal issues
• Maintaining a current working knowledge of new laws and regulatory developments
• Performing other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.)
• Licensed to practice law in at least one state (Colorado preferred)
• 4 or more years of experience in a law firm or in-house legal department
• Experience in mergers & acquisitions law required
• Financial services experience preferred
• Strong drafting, research, and writing skills
• Knowledge of and experience with federal securities law, including the Investment Advisor Act of 1940, preferred
• Ability to work effectively with teams and independently, and manage and prioritize multiple projects
• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with federal securities law, including the Investment Advisor Act of 1940
• Financial services experience
• Licensed in Colorado

Compensation & Benefits

Base pay range

• $145,000 - $155,000 USD

Actual base pay within this range will be based on factors including geographic location, relevant experience, education, skills, and licenses/certifications.

Incentive compensation

• Eligible to earn incentive compensation through an incentive compensation program.

Benefits

• Company-paid Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
• Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Life & AD&D; Short-Term Disability; Accident; Critical Illness; and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Three Cigna medical plan options, including two High Deductible Health Plans and a Traditional Co-Pay medical plan
• Kaiser Medical plans available in California
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions if enrolled in either HDHP medical plan
• Two comprehensive Dental Plans
• Vision Insurance Plan
• Dependent Care Savings Account for child and dependent care
• 14 company-paid holidays, including a full week off at Thanksgiving
• Generous paid time off program for vacation and sick days
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Family Medical Leave
• Paid Parental Leave (8 weeks)
• Maternity benefits utilizing company-paid STD, any supplemental STD, plus Parental Leave (8 weeks)
• Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Program
• Company-paid Concierge Services for personal and family care needs
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with both Traditional and Roth plans, per pay period match, and an after-tax option
• Pet Insurance
• Personalized financial planning and guidance from professionals, offered at preferred employee pricing

Location & Work Schedule

• Location: Remote (Denver, CO preferred)
• Work schedule: Daytime and evening hours as needed
• Working conditions: Professional office environment (working from the office may be required depending on team needs). Workstation assigned. Standing and sitting. No heavy lifting over 10 lbs.

Application Deadline

• Initial deadline: 5/7/2026
• Applications submitted after this date may be considered on a rolling basis until the position/program is filled.

Additional Information

• Not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting.
• Equal opportunity employer; participates in E-Verify and complies with federal employment eligibility verification requirements.
• If accommodation is needed during the application or hiring process, requests are for accommodation only.