Corporate Counsel II - M&A

OpenKrill; United States; Remote; USD 145,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Paid Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Healthcare plans (HSA)

Dental Plans

Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

401(k) with match

Parental Leave

Adoption Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Mercer Advisors, a leading independent fiduciary, seeks a Corporate Counsel II - M&A to guide and negotiate merger and acquisition agreements, conduct due diligence, and advise across the business. This role supports corporate governance and cross-functional collaboration.

Requirements include a Juris Doctor, active bar admission, 4+ years in law practice, and mergers and acquisitions experience. Remote-friendly with Denver, CO preference; base pay range disclosed and eligibility for incentive

Qualifications

• J.D. required and bar admission in at least one state (Colorado preferred).
• 4+ years of experience in a law firm or in-house legal department.
• Experience in mergers & acquisitions law is required.
• Financial services experience preferred.
• Strong drafting, research and writing skills.
• Knowledge of federal securities law (Investment Adviser Act of 1940) preferred.
• Ability to work with teams and independently and manage multiple projects.
• Excellent communication, analytical and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing, drafting, structuring, and negotiating M&A agreements.
• Conducting M&A due diligence activities and assisting with firm-wide due diligence.
• Collaborating with business partners across the firm.
• Supervising and coordinating with outside counsel.
• Researching and advising on relevant legal issues.
• Maintaining knowledge of new laws and regulatory developments.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Skills

J.D.

Bar admission

M&A experience

Drafting/writing

Research skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Why Work at Mercer Advisors?

For more than 40 years, Mercer Advisors has been helping families amplify and simplify their financial lives by integrating financial planning, investment management, business management, tax, estate, insurance, and more, all managed by a single team. We deliver the kind of comprehensive care once reserved for only the wealthiest households.

Today, we serve over 42,800+ families across 110+ cities across the U.S. Ranked the #1 RIA Firm in the nation by Barron’s for two consecutive years, Mercer Advisors is an independent fiduciary legally bound to act in our clients’ best interests — always.*

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.

Job Summary:

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.

Essential Job Functions for the Corporate Counsel II - M&A

• 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

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• 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
• Financial services experience preferred
• Strong drafting, research and writing skills
• Knowledge of and experience with federal securities law including the Investment Advisor Act of 1940 preferred
• Ability to work effectively with teams and independently, as well as manage and prioritize multiple projects
• Excellent communication, analytical and organizational skills

Work Schedule:

Daytime and evening hours as needed.

Working Conditions:

Professional office environment (working from the office may be required, depending on team’s needs). Will be assigned to a workstation. Standing and sitting. No heavy lifting over 10 lbs.

Location:

Remote, located in Denver, CO preferred

Application Deadline:

The initial deadline for applications is 10/15/2026. Applications submitted after this date may still be considered on a rolling basis until the position/program is filled. We encourage all interested candidates to apply as early as possible. If a final decision has not been made by the initial deadline, subsequent applications will be reviewed as they are received.

Actual base pay within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the applicant’s geographic location, relevant experience, education, skills and licenses/certifications. This position is also eligible to earn incentive compensation through one of Mercer Advisors’ incentive compensation programs.

Base Pay Range$145,000-$155,000 USD

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

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