Corporate Counsel II - M&A

Mercer Advisors

10d•$145,000 - $155,000•Remote

About The Position

This position will provide guidance and consultation on a variety of legal matters including, but not limited to merger and acquisition transactions, contract negotiations, and general corporate governance. Mercer Advisors offers a workplace that stands apart in the financial industry. More than half of our employees and client-facing professionals are women, reflecting the clients we serve. With a flexible, national footprint, we build our teams around exceptional talent — wherever they are. Join us and help families amplify and simplify their financial lives with confidence. Mercer Advisors was ranked #1 for RIA firms with up to $70 billion in assets. The Barron’s top RIA ranking is based on a combination of metrics – including size, growth, service quality, technology, succession planning and others. No fee was paid for participation in the ranking, however, Mercer Advisors has paid a fee to Barron’s to use the ranking in marketing. Please see important information about the ranking criteria methodology here.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Licensed to practice law in at least one state (Colorado preferred)
4 or more years of experience in a law firm or in-house legal department
Experience in mergers & acquisitions law required
Strong drafting, research and writing skills
Ability to work effectively with teams and independently, as well as manage and prioritize multiple projects
Excellent communication, analytical and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

Financial services experience preferred
Knowledge of and experience with federal securities law including the Investment Advisor Act of 1940 preferred

Responsibilities

Reviewing, drafting, structuring, and negotiating agreements in connection with M&A
Conducting legal M&A due diligence efforts and assisting with firm-wide due diligence efforts
Collaborating with business partners across the business
Assisting, communicating with, and overseeing the work of outside counsel
Researching and advising on relevant legal issues
Maintaining a current working knowledge of new laws and regulatory developments
Performing other duties as assigned

Benefits

Company Paid Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Supplemental Life & AD&D; Short-Term Disability; Accident; Critical Illness; and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Three Cigna medical plans offerings including two High Deductible Health Plans and a Traditional Co-Pay medical plan.
Kaiser Medical plans available in California
Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions if enrolled in either HDHP medical plan.
Two comprehensive Dental Plans
Vision Insurance Plan
Dependent Care Savings Account for child and dependent care.
14 Company Paid Holidays including a full week off at Thanksgiving.
Generous paid time off program for vacation and sick days
Employee Assistance Plan
Family Medical Leave
Paid Parental Leave (8 weeks)
Maternity benefits utilizing company paid STD, any supplemental STD, plus Parental Leave (8 weeks) to provide time for recovery, baby bonding, and enjoying your family time.
Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Program
Company Paid Concierge Services for you and your loved ones for the spectrum of caring needs for your aging parents, young children, life’s challenges and more.
401(k) Retirement Plan with both Traditional and Roth plans with per pay period match as well as an after-tax option
Pet Insurance
Personalized financial planning and guidance from Mercer Advisors professionals, offered at preferred employee pricing