Job Description
Join Sterling Legal Group as a Corporate Counsel and shape the legal landscape of innovative tech startups. We're seeking a strategic legal expert to navigate complex transactional matters while fostering a collaborative, growth-oriented environment. Our Chicago headquarters offers a dynamic workplace where your expertise will directly impact high-stakes deals and corporate compliance initiatives. Enjoy competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, and continuous professional development in a firm recognized for its commitment to legal excellence.
Responsibilities
- Advise on mergers, acquisitions, and venture capital transactions
- Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts and IP agreements
- Manage corporate governance and regulatory compliance matters
- Develop legal strategies for scaling tech companies
- Lead cross-functional teams in complex deal structuring
- Maintain regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions
- Mentor junior legal professionals on best practices
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from ABA-accredited law school
- 7+ years of corporate law experience at a top-tier firm
- Illinois State Bar membership in good standing
- Expertise in M&A and VC transactions
- Proven contract negotiation and drafting skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Experience with SaaS and fintech regulatory frameworks