Senior M&A Counsel - Lead Strategic Deals | Phoenix

LHH; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Equity participation opportunities

Competitive compensation and benefits

Job summary

LHH Legal Recruitment is seeking a Senior Corporate Counsel to lead a seasoned M&A and corporate governance team in Phoenix. This on-site role involves advising executive leadership on strategic transactions and complex matters, with oversight of SEC reporting and compliance.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years in M&A/securities, proven leadership, and experience in large firms or public companies, and will mentor junior attorneys within a robust legal department.

Qualifications

• JD and active bar membership in good standing.
• 10+ years of experience in M&A, securities, and corporate governance matters.
• Experience in a large law firm, public company, or sophisticated corporate environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and business judgment.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team supporting M&A, securities, corporate governance, finance, joint ventures, and strategic transactions.
• Advise senior leadership on complex corporate and legal matters.
• Oversee SEC reporting, corporate governance, and compliance initiatives.
• Manage outside counsel, legal budgets, and department projects.
• Mentor and develop legal talent.

Skills

M&A law

Securities

Corporate governance

Leadership

Contract negotiation

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) and active bar membership

Job description

LHH Legal Recruitment is seeking a Senior Corporate Counsel to lead a seasoned M&A and corporate governance team in Phoenix. This on-site role involves advising executive leadership on strategic transactions and complex matters, with oversight of SEC reporting and compliance.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years in M&A/securities, proven leadership, and experience in large firms or public companies, and will mentor junior attorneys within a robust legal department.