M&A Attorney – Global Transactions & Divisional Counsel

Overview

A global, diversified conglomerate is seeking an experienced M&A Attorney to join its in-house legal team on a long-term contract basis. This fully remote, full-time role involves handling complex domestic and cross-border M&A transactions, corporate reorganizations, and divestitures. The position reports to the Division General Counsel/Head of M&A and offers potential for permanent conversion.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate primary transaction documents and ancillary agreements for complex national and international M&A deals
• Collaborate closely with senior legal leadership on structuring and executing acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and corporate restructurings
• Provide guidance on regulatory and compliance matters, including antitrust (HSR), foreign direct investment (FDI), and other cross-border regulatory issues
• Work effectively with cross-functional and multicultural teams to advance transactions efficiently
• Identify legal risks and deliver practical, business-focused solutions under tight deadlines

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of sophisticated M&A and corporate transactional experience
• Experience at a top-tier U.S. law firm or M&A boutique; meaningful in-house experience preferred but not required
• Proven track record with complex domestic and cross-border transactions
• Strong background advising on regulatory and compliance issues related to domestic and international deals
• Extensive drafting and negotiation experience across a broad range of M&A and strategic commercial agreements
• Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with senior legal leadership and business stakeholders
• Excellent analytical, written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
• Strong academic credentials from an ABA-accredited law school
• Licensed and in good standing in state of residence (or eligible for in-house exemption)
• Outstanding professional references

Position Details

• Role Type: Full-time contract engagement with strong potential for permanent conversion
• Initial Term: 9 months, with potential for long-term extension
• Location: Fully remote (preference for Eastern Standard Time)
• Start Date: Immediate

Compensation & Benefits

• Annualized pay range: $175,000 to $190,000 (full-time equivalent), with contract pay rates based on experience, qualifications, location, and market factors
• Complimentary professional liability insurance coverage
• Eligibility for full benefits when working 20+ hours per week, including group medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Complimentary group life, long-term disability (LTD), and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• Qualified 401(k) plan available
• Continuing Legal Education (CLE) and professional expense stipend for benefits-eligible attorneys

Location

This is a fully remote position with a preference for candidates located in the Eastern Standard Time zone.