Senior Corporate Counsel

Insero Talent Solutions; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Insero Talent Solutions is seeking a Senior Corporate Counsel in Rochester, NY. The role involves advising clients on complex corporate matters, supporting mergers and acquisitions, and drafting various legal agreements. Ideal candidates should possess a J.D. and at least 8 years of corporate transactional experience in a law firm. This is an opportunity to join a respected corporate practice in a growth-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of corporate and transactional experience within a law firm.
• Ability to manage transactions with high independence.
• Strong skills in drafting and negotiating agreements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support complex mergers and acquisitions.
• Draft and negotiate a broad array of transactional agreements.
• Advise clients on corporate governance matters.

Skills

Mergers and acquisitions

Corporate governance

Negotiation

Exceptional drafting

Communication skills

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Senior Corporate Counsel
Rochester, NY

Insero Talent Solutions is thrilled to partner with a dynamic and growing law firm in Rochester, NY, in search of a Senior Corporate Counsel.

This attorney will play a key role in advising middle‑market and sophisticated private clients on a wide range of complex corporate and transactional matters. The ideal candidate is a seasoned corporate associate who can independently manage transactions, serve as a trusted advisor to clients, and work closely with partners and cross‑practice teams on strategic initiatives.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected corporate practice with a strong deal flow, long‑standing client relationships, and a collaborative, growth‑oriented culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support complex mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, reorganizations, and other strategic corporate transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad array of transactional and commercial agreements, including purchase agreements, operating agreements, shareholder agreements, employment and equity arrangements, and related ancillary documents.
• Advise clients on corporate governance matters, entity formation, capitalization structures, fiduciary duties, and ongoing compliance considerations.
• Serve as day‑to‑day counsel for closely held businesses, investors, and management teams across various industries.
• Collaborate closely with partners and colleagues across practice groups to deliver comprehensive, business‑focused legal solutions.
• Provide thoughtful issue‑spotting, risk analysis, and pragmatic guidance tailored to client objectives.
• Mentor junior associates and contribute to the continued growth and development of the corporate practice.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice in New York State.
• 8+ years of corporate and transactional experience within a law firm environment.
• Strong background in mergers and acquisitions, general corporate matters, governance, and commercial transactions.
• Ability to manage transactions and client relationships with a high degree of independence and professionalism.
• Exceptional drafting, negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to balance multiple matters in a fast‑paced, client‑driven practice.
• Experience with private equity, venture capital, or complex financing transactions is a plus.