Assistant General Counsel, M&A

Axon•Boston, MA

8d•$205,380 - $360,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Axon is hiring an Assistant General Counsel, Corporate and M&A, as a dynamic individual contributor with elite transactional training and significant experience advising public companies on complex M&A, acquisitions, joint ventures, capital markets and other strategic transactions, as well as securities reporting and corporate governance. The role supports the Chief Legal Officer (CLO) in managing outside counsel, overseeing key corporate initiatives, and ensuring M&A activities comply with legal requirements and advance the company's strategic objectives. The position advises and collaborates with Axon's Board of Directors, C-suite, Corporate Development Team, and SEC & Financial Reporting Team. A passion for technology, public safety, and Axon's mission to Protect Life is important. The position is based in the NYC or Boston office and follows a hybrid schedule: onsite Tuesday through Friday, with the option to work remotely on Mondays unless an approved workplace accommodation applies. The role reports directly to the Chief Legal Officer. The listed base pay range is $205,380–$360,000 USD. Axon describes total compensation as including base pay, bonus, and stock awards; actual base pay depends on factors such as level, function, training, skills, experience, business needs, and geographic market.

Requirements

J.D. from an accredited institution with outstanding academic credentials.
Admission to a State Bar within the United States.
Minimum 5–7 years' experience working for a top-tier law firm.
Demonstrated legal expertise in M&A, securities law, and corporate governance.
Extensive experience managing complex M&A transactions, preferably in the technology or financial services sector.
Excellent writing, analytical, negotiation, communication, strategic thinking, and presentation skills.
Strong understanding of corporate and securities laws, regulations, and industry standards.
Strong leadership, attention to detail, problem-solving, and organization/prioritization skills.
Demonstrated ability to work successfully with a team in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment.
Passion for technology, public safety, and Axon's mission to Protect Life.

Nice To Haves

In-house experience is a plus.
Experience advising public companies on complex M&A, acquisitions, joint ventures, capital markets, strategic transactions, securities reporting, and corporate governance.
Elite transactional training from Cravath, Kirkland & Ellis, Wachtell, Sullivan & Cromwell, or a comparable white-shoe firm.

Responsibilities

Help develop and implement legal strategy for M&A activities in alignment with the company's business and legal objectives.
Advise the company on securities laws and reporting requirements, and ensure compliance with securities laws.
Drive corporate governance in partnership with the CLO, including direct engagement with Axon's Board of Directors and its committees.
Help lead and coordinate due diligence for potential M&A and capital markets transactions.
Help manage external legal counsel.
Partner with the Strategy & Corporate Development team to advise the business and undertake complex M&A work.
Prepare and present legal analyses and updates on M&A activities to the executive team and Board of Directors.
Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents, including purchase agreements, term sheets, NDAs, and ancillary instruments, ensuring legal compliance and protecting Axon's interests.
Liaise with regulatory authorities and manage necessary filings or approvals.
Provide post-merger integration legal support for contract assignments, employee transitions, and regulatory compliance, and resolve legal issues during integration.
Perform other duties as assigned.