Associate General Counsel, Securities & M&A

About the Job:

reAlpha (Nasdaq: AIRE) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Associate General Counsel, Securities & M&A to serve as an in-house legal advisor for the company. This role presents a unique opportunity to take on significant responsibility in mergers & acquisitions (M&A) and corporate governance, with a focus on leading legal aspects of strategic transactions. As a trusted partner to senior leadership, external advisors, and internal teams, you will provide critical legal counsel on M&A deals, including due diligence, transaction structuring, and integration, as well as on matters related to securities law, public offerings, and securities compliance. This position is ideal for a candidate with a solid foundation in M&A and securities law, looking to grow and take on an increasingly impactful role within a fast-paced, high-growth public company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Securities & Compliance Support: Provide legal support on securities law matters, including preparing SEC filings, ensuring corporate governance compliance, and supporting ongoing public company reporting obligations.
• M&A Transactions: Support M&A transactions by conducting due diligence, drafting transaction documents, and assisting with deal structuring. Work closely with cross-functional teams to execute transactions.
• Corporate Governance: Advise on corporate governance matters, including supporting board and committee processes, shareholder matters, and executive compensation arrangements.
• Regulatory & Compliance: Stay up to date on regulatory developments in securities law, M&A, and corporate governance, and provide timely advice to ensure compliance with applicable laws and minimize risk.
• Contract Drafting & Negotiation: Draft and negotiate various corporate agreements, including NDAs, joint ventures, and partnership agreements.
• Legal Counsel for Business Units: Work closely with reAlpha’s business teams to support day-to-day operations, helping to identify and manage legal risks and providing practical solutions that align with business objectives.
• Collaborate with External Counsel: Work with outside counsel on M&A and securities-related matters, managing and leveraging external resources effectively.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Education: JD from an accredited law school and admission to the bar in at least one state.
• Experience: 2+ years of legal experience with a focus on securities law and M&A. Experience working with a public company is a plus but not required. 
• Securities Law Knowledge: Solid foundation in securities laws and SEC reporting requirements. Willingness and ability to learn quickly and build expertise in this area.
• M&A Experience: Some experience supporting M&A transactions, including due diligence and transaction document preparation. This role offers a great opportunity to take your M&A experience to the next level.
• Problem Solver: Strong ability to analyze complex issues and think critically to develop practical solutions. You're eager to take on challenges and grow from them.
• Game Theory & Strategic Thinking: Strong understanding of game theory principles and the ability to apply them to real-world business strategy. You should be adept at analyzing competitive scenarios, anticipating market reactions, and optimizing strategies for both short-term and long-term outcomes. Your ability to think strategically, understand the dynamics of various stakeholders, and identify the best courses of action in complex, competitive environments will be key to driving reAlpha’s success.
• Communication: Clear and concise communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to distill complex legal matters into actionable advice for non-legal stakeholders.
• Attention to Detail: High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects efficiently. This is a fast-paced environment, and you’ll need to balance competing priorities.
• Team Player: Strong interpersonal skills, with a collaborative approach to working across different teams and departments.
• Self-Starter: A proactive attitude with the ability to work independently, take initiative, and drive results while learning from senior team members.
• Tech-Savvy: Familiarity with legal tools, contract management systems, AI-driven legal tools, and other technology to help streamline processes, improve efficiency, and drive innovation.