Securities and M&A Counsel
About The Position
At EquipmentShare, we're not just filling a role - we're assembling the best team on the planet to build something that's never been built before. We're on a mission to transform an industry that's been stuck in the past by empowering contractors and communities through innovative technology, real-time support, and a team that truly cares. We're hiring a Securities and M&A Counsel for our Corporate HQ in Columbia, MO and we're looking for someone who's ready to grow with us, bring energy and drive to their work, and help us build the future of construction. EquipmentShare is seeking a highly skilled Securities and Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Counsel to join our in-house legal team. This role is critical to leading and managing acquisition transactions, securities compliance, investor relations, and corporate structuring. The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, conduct due diligence, negotiate agreements, ensure compliance with securities laws, and provide strategic legal counsel on corporate governance matters. Preference will be given to candidates located in or willing to relocate to Columbia, MO; however, remote-based candidates will be considered. Salary range: $170k-$225k. Factors including past experience and location may affect final compensation rate.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Active attorney license in good standing and admission to the bar in at least one state.
- 6+ years of substantive legal experience, with at least 3+ years in-house preferred.
- Experience with private and public M&A transactions, especially mid-market transactions, including due diligence and regulatory compliance.
- Strong knowledge of securities laws, SEC reporting and filings, and corporate governance, particularly Delaware law.
- Proficiency with SEC EDGAR databases
- Proficiency in drafting and negotiating complex agreements, including merger and purchase agreements.
- Understanding of capital markets, IPOs, equity financing, and investor rights.
- Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
- Ability to interpret financial data and assess legal risks.
- Strong project management and multitasking abilities in high-stakes environments.
- Effective communicator with the ability to provide clear legal guidance at all levels.
- Strategic thinker, aligning legal strategies with business objectives.
Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and revise legal documents, including stock transfer agreements, contracts, policies, and procedures.
- Prepare contracts and agreements governing equity-based compensation.
- Assist in the preparation and review of securities filings and compliance requirements.
- Advise on investor relations matters and corporate compliance.
- Support private and public capital markets transactions.
- Prepare Board resolutions, shareholder consents, waivers, and related corporate governance materials.
- Conduct legal research on state and federal securities laws, corporate governance, and M&A matters.
- Organize and coordinate shareholder meetings and compliance filings.
- Develop legal memoranda, summaries, charts, and other critical deliverables.
- Manage multiple, high-priority projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Provide strategic legal advice to internal business teams.
- Enhance legal department processes, policies, and procedures for efficiency.
- Identify and mitigate legal and business risks proactively.
- Negotiate, draft, review, and revise legal documents, including merger, purchase, and joint venture agreements and ancillary documents.
- Manage legal due diligence processes to assess legal risks and liabilities in transactions.
- Work closely with executive leadership and colleagues across EquipmentShare's corporate development, materials division, and dealership sales to quickly and efficiently open new locations
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees
- Generous PTO + paid holidays
- 401(k) + company match
- Gym membership stipend + wellness programs (earn PTO and prizes!)
- Company events, food truck nights, and monthly team dinners
- 16 hours of paid volunteer time per year - give back to the community you call home
- Career advancement, leadership training, and professional development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Rental and Leasing Services
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
