Senior Counsel - M&A
UL Solutions · Northbrook, IL · 2 wk ago
HybridLegal$190k–$220k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Advise business partners, corporate functions and senior leadership on M&A transactions, venture investments, corporate governance, corporate restructuring and financing.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to evaluate and resolve legal matters that arise with respect to strategic transactions and corporate governance and administration matters.
- Review, draft and negotiate agreements related to UL Solutions’ strategic transactions.
- Lead special projects furthering the strategic goals and initiatives of UL Solutions.
- Work with the Corporate Secretary and Assistant Corporate Secretary in the coordination and administration of key facets of UL Solutions’ Board and Committee meetings.
- Assist in developing, refining and overseeing policies, processes, and organizational controls to ensure UL Solutions’ compliance with applicable laws and regulations around the globe.
- Manage and coordinate legal advice and support of UL Solutions Legal with respect to strategic initiatives and provide expertise and guidance to harmonize issues.
- Consult and coordinate with other UL Solutions attorneys, as well as external counsel, as appropriate to ensure the proper approach.
Qualifications
- JD from a top-tier law school and bar admission plus generally 7+ years relevant experience at a law firm and/or fast-paced and innovative global business operations environment
- Extensive experience working on M&A transactions, including drafting and negotiating contracts and conducting legal due diligence
- Extensive experience advising clients and non-legal personnel on legal matters
- Extensive experience working in a team environment and collaborating with others to address complex legal and business issues
- Extensive experience working in corporate governance, corporate restructuring, securities and/or financing preferred
Benefits
- Total Rewards: Estimated salary range for this position is $190,000 to $220,000 and is based on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, as well as other factors.
- This position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 20% of the base salary.
- This position also provides health benefits such as medical, dental and vision; wellness benefits such as mental and financial health; and retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country.
- We also provide full-time employees with paid time off including vacation (15 days), holiday including floating holidays (12 days) and sick time off (72 hours).