Division Counsel

Abbott•Chicago, IL

12d•$190,000 - $380,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Abbott is seeking an experienced transactional attorney to lead teams of in-house attorneys in acquisitions, divestitures, equity investments, and other significant transactions for all Abbott businesses. This role involves close collaboration with senior Abbott business leaders, members of Abbott’s Legal Division, the Corporate Licensing & Acquisitions organization, and broad cross-functional teams. The position can be located at Abbott’s headquarters in Abbott Park, Illinois, or Chicago, Illinois (Willis Tower).

Requirements

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
Strong academic background.
Appropriate licensure to practice law in Illinois (or ability to obtain).
12+ years of experience in M&A in a top-tier law firm and/or large multinational corporation.
Proven ability to lead attorneys and/or paralegals.
Proven ability to perform successfully in cross-functional teams, with the ability to lead and mentor.
Ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to exercise sound commercial and legal judgment.
Ability to independently handle highly complex matters with minimal supervision.
Understanding of which issues to elevate to senior management and appropriate timing for doing so.
Excellent interpersonal, strategic thinking, communication, and organizational skills.
Strong ethical center.

Nice To Haves

Experience with cross-border transactions is preferred.

Responsibilities

Active involvement and supervision of outside counsel in all aspects of acquisitions, divestitures, and equity investments, including structuring transactions, performing due diligence, negotiating transactions, drafting agreements, and advising internal constituents.
Anticipating and identifying issues, developing and evaluating alternatives, and gaining stakeholder alignment for risk-balanced solutions.
Advising leadership on legal issues and collaborating with Abbott stakeholders, legal colleagues, and outside counsel to drive desired business outcomes.
Managing one or more lawyers and support staff.

Benefits

Career development with an international company.
Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution.
Tuition reimbursement.
The Freedom 2 Save student debt program.
FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world.
Named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
Recognized as one of the best big companies to work for.
Recognized as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
Opportunity to learn and grow within the Abbott Legal Division.
Meaningful, challenging, and interesting work on a global scale.
Experiences and opportunities to grow both in depth of legal expertise and breadth of leadership.
Tools to succeed, lead, and grow.
Challenging opportunities and work that makes a difference.