Senior Corporate Counsel: Global M&A & Compliance

Anova; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Anova is seeking a Senior Corporate Counsel in Ashburn, VA to lead and build out its global legal function. The role focuses on contract management, optimizing global entity structures, and supporting M&A and corporate development initiatives.

The ideal candidate will oversee compliance and governance, manage intellectual property, and handle litigation and disputes, operating autonomously in a full-time, mid-senior capacity.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing.
• 8+ years of legal experience, including prior in-house experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and build out Anova's global legal function.
• Oversee contract management and negotiations.
• Support M&A and corporate development activities.
• Oversee compliance and corporate governance.
• Manage intellectual property; handle litigation and disputes.

Skills

Contract management

M&A

Corporate governance

In-house experience

Intellectual property management

Litigation management

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Anova is seeking a Senior Corporate Counsel in Ashburn, VA to lead and build out its global legal function. The role focuses on contract management, optimizing global entity structures, and supporting M&A and corporate development initiatives.

The ideal candidate will oversee compliance and governance, manage intellectual property, and handle litigation and disputes, operating autonomously in a full-time, mid-senior capacity.