Job Description
Description
The Vice President, Assistant General Counsel will be a key member of the Legal Department, providing expert guidance on mergers, acquisitions, and corporate initiatives. This role demands a deep understanding of transactional law and the ability to navigate complex financial services environments.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
The Vice President, Assistant General Counsel will be a key member of the Legal Department, providing expert guidance on mergers, acquisitions, and corporate initiatives. This role demands a deep understanding of transactional law and the ability to navigate complex financial services environments.
Responsibilities
- Offer legal advice and support for mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and divestitures.
- Draft, review, and negotiate various transactional and corporate agreements.
- Collaborate with internal teams across business, finance, compliance, and tax functions for efficient deal structuring and execution.
- Manage external counsel, ensuring alignment with firm goals and cost-effectiveness.
- Advise on corporate governance, regulatory, and securities law matters related to M&A activities.
- Support due diligence and integration efforts post-closing.
- Maintain a high level of confidentiality and ethical standards.
- Stay updated with legal and regulatory changes impacting the financial services industry.
- Provide training and mentorship to junior legal team members.
- Represent the firm at industry events and conferences.
Qualifications
- J.D. degree from an accredited law school; admitted to the New York Bar.
- Minimum 8 years of experience in M&A or corporate transactional law, with a mix of law firm and in-house experience preferred.
- Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
- Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects with tight deadlines.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a client-centric approach.
- Strong business acumen and a results-driven mindset.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Adherence to professional standards and ethical practices.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and a dynamic work environment.