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Kaizen Stackup

Corporate Counsel

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  • Full Time
  • $285,000 - $300,000
  • Los Angeles, CA
May 30, 2025 Attorney Business Law

Job Description

💼 Corporate Counsel – Mergers & Acquisitions (Los Angeles or Hybrid 🌴🏙️)

Do you thrive in fast-paced environments, love solving complex challenges, and have a passion for high-impact M&A work? 📈 If navigating complex transactions, drafting airtight agreements, and driving business value gets you fired up—this might be your dream role.

We’re on the lookout for a Corporate Counsel (5–8 years) to join our high-performing team of legal strategists. You’ll work closely with seasoned partners and innovative clients across industries to handle exciting mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and more. Think fast-paced, big-ticket deals—with a healthy dose of collaboration, mentorship, and good vibes.

What You’ll Be Doing 🚀

  • Leading and supporting mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and corporate restructurings

  • Drafting and negotiating purchase agreements, operating/shareholder agreements, term sheets, and more

  • Advising clients through all stages of the deal cycle—from LOI to closing and beyond

  • Providing strategic guidance on corporate governance and securities compliance

  • Collaborating cross-functionally with internal teams, clients, and counterparties

What We’re Looking For 🕵️‍♀️

  • 5–8 years of law firm experience in M&A, corporate, or transactional law

  • Strong knowledge of deal structure, diligence, and documentation

  • Bonus points for experience in private equity or venture-backed transactions (but not required!)

  • Exceptional drafting, analytical, and communication skills

  • Detail-obsessed and highly organized 🧠

  • Comfortable juggling multiple projects and timelines without missing a beat

  • JD from a top law school + admission to the California Bar preferred

Why You’ll Love It Here ❤️

  • 🌟 High-impact work with headline-worthy clients

  • 🤝 A tight-knit, friendly, and collaborative legal team

  • ⚖️ A culture that values excellence AND balance

  • 💵 Competitive comp: $285,000–$300,000 base, plus bonus 

  • 🧘‍♂️ Hybrid flexibility + wellness benefits

  • 🚀 Room to grow, lead, and make your mark

If you’re looking to join a dynamic team where your M&A skills will shine and your career can soar, we’d love to meet you!

Apply now or let’s talk! Your next big move might just be your best one yet. ✨

Salary
  • $285,000 - $300,000


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