Job Description
Join our prestigious New York-based law firm as a Corporate Counsel and shape the future of corporate legal strategy. We're seeking a dynamic legal professional to provide expert guidance on complex transactions, compliance, and risk management. This role offers unparalleled growth opportunities in a fast-paced environment where your expertise will directly impact high-profile client portfolios.
Responsibilities
- Advise clients on mergers, acquisitions, and corporate restructuring transactions
- Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial contracts and agreements
- Ensure regulatory compliance across federal and state jurisdictions
- Manage litigation and dispute resolution matters with external counsel
- Develop and implement corporate governance policies
- Conduct legal research and provide strategic counsel to executive leadership
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from ABA-accredited law school
- 5+ years of corporate law experience at a top-tier law firm
- Active New York State Bar membership in good standing
- Expertise in SEC regulations and corporate compliance frameworks
- Proven track record in M&A transactions and contract negotiation
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
- Exceptional communication and client management abilities