Division Counsel

About the Role

Abbott is currently seeking an experienced transactional attorney to lead teams of in-house attorneys in acquisitions, divestitures, equity investments and other significant transactions for all Abbott businesses. Works closely with senior Abbott business leaders, members of Abbott's Legal Division, Corporate Licensing & Acquisitions organization, and broad cross-functional teams. This role can be located at Abbott's headquarters in Abbott Park, Illinois or Chicago, Illinois (Willis Tower).

What You'll Work On

The successful candidate will possess demonstrated expertise in mergers and acquisitions. Experience with cross-border transactions is preferred. The position's core job responsibilities include:

• Active involvement and supervising outside counsel in all aspects of acquisitions, divestitures and equity investments, including structuring transactions, performing due diligence, negotiating transactions, drafting agreements and advising internal constituents
• Anticipating and identifying issues, developing and evaluating alternatives and gaining stakeholder alignment for risk-balanced solutions
• Advising leadership on legal issues and collaborating with Abbott stakeholders, legal colleagues and outside counsel to drive desired business outcomes
• Managing one or more lawyers and support staff

Required Qualifications

• Possess a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school, demonstrate a strong academic background, and have, or be able to obtain, appropriate licensure to practice law in Illinois
• 12+ years of experience in M&A in a top tier law firm and/or large multinational corporation
• Proven ability to lead attorneys and/or paralegals, and to perform successfully in cross-functional teams, with the ability to lead and mentor
• Ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment and exercise sound commercial and legal judgment
• Ability to independently handle highly complex matters with minimal supervision, and understand which issues to elevate to senior management and appropriate timing for doing so
• In addition to top-notch legal skills and a strong ethical center, excellent interpersonal, strategic thinking, communication and organizational skills

About Abbott Legal

Who We Are: We are legal professionals charged with driving Abbott's businesses forward. We engage as business leaders, beyond providing legal advice, to solve problems for the company and the customers and patients we serve.

What We Offer: A position in the Abbott Legal Division provides an opportunity to learn and grow. As our company grows and evolves, so do our roles. We engage in meaningful, challenging, and interesting work on a global scale. This continual evolution provides experiences and opportunities to grow both in the depth of legal expertise as well as breadth of leadership.

How We Work: We value diversity of backgrounds and experiences in our teams. This is integral to our inclusive and collaborative environment. We expect and encourage our employees to be holistic thinkers and we are expected to see the big picture and impact of our advice.

Employer of Choice: Through numerous local, national and international accolades, Abbott is regarded as an employer of choice for our commitment to workplace excellence. Our employees are given the tools to succeed, lead and grow, with challenging opportunities and work that makes a difference.