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About the Role
The Transactional Counsel will provide legal support for Andersen's acquisition of professional services firms globally, coordinating with internal and external legal teams, business personnel, and opposing counsel. The role involves all aspects of acquisition transactions, from initial outreach to post-closing activities and integration.
Responsibilities
- Provide legal support for the acquisition of professional services firms.
- Coordinate with internal legal team, outside counsel, and businesspeople.
- Liaise with opposing counsel representing firms to be acquired.
- Manage all aspects of acquisition transactions, including initial outreach.
- Handle nondisclosure agreements.
- Conduct due diligence activities.
- Draft and negotiate legal documentation, including term sheets and acquisition agreements.
- Maintain and update deal checklists.
- Analyze negotiation issues and propose risk-minimizing solutions.
- Coordinate transaction closing activities.
- Manage post-closing requirements and activities.
- Assist with legal issues related to the integration of acquired firms.
Requirements
- J.D. from an accredited law school.
- Admission in good standing to at least one state bar.
- Minimum of 3 years of legal practice experience.
- Experience in corporate transactions (mergers & acquisitions or private equity).
- Commitment to high ethical standards and professional integrity.
- Strong desire to be part of a team-oriented culture in a growing company.
- Proven track record as an analytical and proactive professional.
- Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to effectively prioritize tasks, manage fluctuating workloads, and meet tight deadlines.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.
- Strong interpersonal skills that promote collaboration and drive results.
- Demonstrated leadership skills.
- Exceptional organizational capabilities.
- Competence in MS Word and Excel.
- Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
- Will not require sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future.
Skills
- Corporate transactions
- Mergers & acquisitions
- Private equity
- Analytical skills
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving
- Prioritization
- Workload management
- Deadline management
- Written communication
- Verbal communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Leadership
- Organization
- MS Word
- MS Excel
Location
- U.S.
- Foreign jurisdictions
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Minimum of 3 years of legal practice
Education Level
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Admission to at least one state bar
Salary/Compensations
- $197,000 to $256,000
Benefits
- Competitive base compensation
- Benefits package
- Discretionary employee bonus program
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Basic life insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Paid time off (starting at 200 hours annually)
- Twelve paid holidays
About the Company
- Andersen is a trailblazing force with the most extensive global presence among professional services organizations.
- The firm offers expertise in Tax, Valuation, and Business Advisory.
- Andersen operates without independence-related constraints that may hinder other firms.
- The company fosters a community that thrives on diversity, inclusivity, and collaboration.
- Focuses on employee development, leadership, and mentorship.
- Invests in employee potential to build a legacy.
- Encourages ambition, entrepreneurial spirit, and a desire to be the best.
Equal Opportunity
- Andersen Tax welcomes and encourages workforce diversity.
- Equal opportunity employer.
- Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sexual orientation (including gender identity and gender expression), mental disability, physical disability, sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), age, marital status, military status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws or regulations.
- All qualified individuals, including those with criminal histories, will be considered in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.
- Makes every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.