M&A Legal Counsel (Contract)

Job Title: M&A Legal Counsel (Contract)   

Location: Remote, or Hybrid Austin
Reports To: Chief Strategy & Legal Officer

Duration: 6+ months

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Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled Legal Contractor to support our team in an ongoing Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) transaction. The successful candidate will assist with legal due diligence, contract review, drafting transaction documents, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. This is a contract role requiring expertise in M&A transactions and corporate law.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct and manage legal due diligence, identifying risks and advising on mitigation strategies.
• Draft, review, and negotiate M&A-related agreements, including NDAs, LOIs, purchase agreements, and disclosure schedules.
• Support corporate governance matters, including board resolutions and shareholder consents.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders, external counsel, and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with federal, state, and international laws.
• Provide legal research and analysis on M&A-related legal issues.
• Maintain proper documentation and legal records for the transaction.
• Manage the VDR and documentation for diligence
• Manage disclosure schedules, ensuring accurate documentation of contracts, litigation matters, regulatory compliance, financial obligations, intellectual property, and employee agreements.
• Support global entity management, including reviewing corporate organizational charts, maintaining legal entity records, and ensuring compliance with jurisdictional requirements.
• Oversee diligence items, including contract reviews, intellectual property assessments, data privacy considerations, and financial liabilities.

Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to at least one U.S. state bar.
• 5+ years of experience in M&A transactions, preferably in a corporate law firm or in-house legal team.
• Strong understanding of corporate structures, deal negotiations, and securities regulations.
• Excellent contract drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams, including finance, tax, and business operations.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with private equity or venture capital transactions.
• Familiarity with international M&A laws and cross-border transactions.

At Safeguard Global, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and Guardians.