Corporate Counsel II - M&A

About the role

This position will provide guidance and consultation on a variety of legal matters including, but not limited to merger and acquisition transactions, contract negotiations, and general corporate governance.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing, drafting, structuring, and negotiating agreements in connection with M&A
• Conducting legal M&A due diligence efforts and assisting with firm-wide due diligence efforts
• Collaborating with business partners across the business
• 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, as well as manage and prioritize multiple projects
• Excellent communication, analytical and organizational skills

Pay

Base Pay Range $145,000 - $155,000 USD. This position is also eligible to earn incentive compensation through one of Mercer Advisors' incentive compensation programs.

Schedule

Daytime and evening hours as needed.

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 offerings 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) to provide time for recovery, baby bonding, and enjoying your family time
• Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Program
• Company Paid Concierge Services for you and your loved ones for the spectrum of caring needs for your aging parents, young children, life's challenges and more
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with both Traditional and Roth plans with per pay period match as well as an after-tax option
• Pet Insurance
• Personalized financial planning and guidance from Mercer Advisors professionals, offered at preferred employee pricing

Working Conditions

Professional office environment (working from the office may be required, depending on team's needs). Will be assigned to a workstation. Standing and sitting. No heavy lifting over 10 lbs.

Remote, located in Denver, CO preferred.