Corporate M&A Counsel

We are seeking a full-time Corporate M&A Counsel experienced in transactional matters to join our internal legal team. The successful candidate will focus on leading the legal due diligence for acquisitions, serving as lead counsel or part of the legal team on all acquisitions and assisting with drafting, negotiating, and reviewing ancillary documents as needed. This role works closely with our M&A and integrations teams and requires a general understanding of various aspects of our business.

As counsel, you will provide practical legal advice across business lines while mitigating legal risks for the company. The role will include responsibility for coordinating matters with external counsel and internal stakeholders. Our ideal candidate is comfortable working with all levels of management to gain an in-depth understanding of our strategy and services. The candidate will maintain the highest professional and ethical standards, have excellent time management, organization, and decision-making abilities, be able to work autonomously, prioritize projects and deadlines, be collaborative, and accountable while performing in a fast-paced and evolving environment.

• Work with the business teams on structuring the transaction
• Draft, review, and negotiate transactional documents, including non-disclosure agreements, letters of intent, term sheets, purchase agreements, disclosure schedules, as well as ancillary transactional documents independently and in coordination with outside counsel
• Lead due diligence efforts to assess the legal, financial, and operational aspects of target companies including coordinating inter-disciplinary internal diligence teams
• Conduct legal research and analysis to identify potential risks and legal issues associated with proposed transactions and assist in the integration process after an acquisition is completed

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school
• Licensed to practice and in good standing in the applicable jurisdiction
• 6+ years of law firm or in-house experience or functioning at the senior associate level
• Experience in corporate transactions including mergers and acquisitions
• Sound business judgment and ability to balance legal risks and business goals
• A willingness to learn the business and build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and transaction parties

• Strong project management skills and ability to complete projects with minimal supervision under tight timelines and occasionally competing priorities
• Prior experience representing strategic acquirers
• Prior financial services industry experience and experience supporting fast-growing, highly entrepreneurial companies is a significant advantage

Our colleagues, like our clients, tend to stay with CAPTRUST for years. There’s a reason for it; it’s a great culture in which to work and grow. We all work together, each of us motivating those around us with our commitment to high standards. At CAPTRUST, expect a fully stocked break room, fun employee events, and a quality team surrounding you with opportunities for personal growth.

• Company discretionary bonus
• Health, dental, and vision coverage, employer 401(k) plan and company match, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, and voluntary supplemental plans subject to plan terms
• Company-paid benefits such as life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability, subject to applicable waiting periods
• Paid time off (PTO) or Paid Sick Leave (PSL)

4208 Six Forks Rd #1700 | Raleigh, NC 27609
OR
Any CAPTRUST Office

Due to the nature of the role, this is not a remote or work from home position.

At CAPTRUST, we are committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce and inclusive work environment where ALL colleagues feel authentically seen, respected, and supported. It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or other related medical conditions), gender, race (including hair texture or hairstyles associated with race), religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, uniformed service, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This position will remain open until filled.