Corporate Development Counsel (M&A & Real Estate)

U.S. Soccer Federation; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual work environment

Inclusive culture

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

U.S. Soccer Federation is seeking a Counsel, Corporate Development to lead transactional work involving mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, strategic investments, and real estate projects.

You will collaborate with Finance, Strategy, and Legal, and support deal execution from structuring to post-closing integration. The role requires 4–6 years of corporate law experience and strong drafting and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and an active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 4–6 years of corporate legal experience with a significant focus on corporate transactions.
• Ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into clear guidance for non-legal colleagues.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support structuring, negotiation, and execution of major corporate transactions and related documentation.
• Perform due diligence to identify regulatory, legal, and commercial risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate with leaders across Corporate Development, Legal, Risk, Compliance, and Finance to evaluate opportunities and structure transactions.
• Coordinate with outside counsel to support large transactions.
• Research and advise on regulatory approval strategies for transactions.
• Prepare materials for executives and board on structure, risks, and approvals.
• Support post-closing integration and governance implementation.

Skills

Legal drafting

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

MS Office

Education

J.D. degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

U.S. Soccer Federation is seeking a Counsel, Corporate Development to lead transactional work involving mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, strategic investments, and real estate projects.

You will collaborate with Finance, Strategy, and Legal, and support deal execution from structuring to post-closing integration. The role requires 4–6 years of corporate law experience and strong drafting and negotiation skills.