Corporate Attorney

Jobot; Chicago (IL); Sur place; USD 175 000 - 250 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, dental, and vision

FSA for health and dependent care

Profit sharing and 401K

Professional expenses and CME

Hybrid work schedule

Résumé du poste

Jobot is seeking a Corporate Attorney or Partner for its Chicago, IL office. The role offers a hybrid work schedule and a compensation range of $175,000 to $250,000 per year.

The candidate will provide legal advice on corporate matters, draft and negotiate key agreements, advise on governance, and oversee due diligence in a fast-paced environment. Requirements include a JD, 5+ years in corporate law, IL bar admission, excellent drafting/negotiation, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• At least 5 years of corporate law experience.
• Admitted to the IL state bar.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple complex matters in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Professional communication skills and confidentiality.
• Understanding of corporate governance and secretarial duties.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.

Responsabilités

• Provide legal advice and support on a wide range of corporate matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate merger, partnership, stock purchase, and related agreements.
• Advise on corporate governance, including resolutions and charters.
• Counsel on corporate structure, rights, obligations, and privileges.
• Assist with preparation and filing of required legal documents with entities.
• Oversee due diligence and advise on risk management and mitigation.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure legal compliance.
• Stay updated on laws and business needs to support the organization.

Connaissances

Negotiation skills

Legal drafting

Communication

Risk assessment

Formation

Juris Doctor (JD)

Description du poste

Corporate Attorney

$175000 - $250000 per year | Chicago, IL | Hybrid | Permanent

5+ years corporate experience needed!

Our client, a full-service national and international practice, is seeking to add a Corporate Attorney or Partner to their Chicago, IL office!

Why join us?

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Profit sharing and 401K savings program
• Professional expenses and continuing legal education
• Hybrid work schedule

Job Details

Responsibilities:

• 1. Provide legal advice and support on a wide range of corporate legal matters.
• 2. Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of corporate documents such as merger and acquisition agreements, partnership agreements, stock purchase agreements, and other related documents.
• 3. Advise on corporate governance matters, including the drafting and review of corporate resolutions, board and committee charters, and policies.
• 4. Provide legal counsel on a broad range of corporate matters such as corporate structure, legal rights, obligations, and privileges.
• 5. Assist with the preparation and filing of all required legal documents with appropriate entities.
• 6. Oversee due diligence processes and provide advice on risk management and mitigation.
• 7. Collaborate with other departments to ensure legal compliance across the organization.
• 8. Develop and maintain an understanding of the business and its needs, and stay updated on relevant laws and regulations.

Qualifications:

• 1. Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• 2. A minimum of 5 years of experience in corporate law
• 3. Admission to the IL state bar.
• 4. Excellent legal drafting skills and strong negotiation abilities.
• 5. Proven experience in managing multiple, complex matters in a fast-paced environment.
• 6. Exceptional analytical and decision-making skills.
• 7. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization.
• 8. High level of professionalism and confidentiality.
• 9. Strong understanding of corporate governance issues and corporate secretarial duties.
• 10. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.