Strategic In-House M&A Counsel

Alexander Chapman Ltd; New York (NY); On-site; USD 185,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

Alexander Chapman Ltd. seeks an attorney to advise its business teams on corporate, securities and M&A matters in New York.

You will work closely with investment professionals, participate in transactions, and assist with internal approvals and decision-making. The role requires JD and active New York Bar admission, with 2–4 years of corporate/transactional experience and a strong track record in securities offerings and M&A.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of corporate and transactional legal experience preferred.
• Experience with securities offerings and M&A transactions.
• Training at a large law firm or experience within an investment bank strongly preferred.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills, sound judgment and the ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Ability to communicate clearly with senior attorneys and business teams and provide practical legal advice.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support across M&A advisory engagements, securities offerings and other capital markets transactions.
• Draft, review and negotiate engagement letters, confidentiality agreements and related transaction documents.
• Advise investment bankers on transaction-related legal issues, contractual obligations and potential risks.
• Participate in transaction review and approval committees, helping assess proposed engagements and resolve legal questions.
• Monitor securities law and regulatory developments and advise internal teams on their impact.
• Coordinate outside counsel, oversee assigned legal workstreams and manage related legal expenses.
• Support special projects, third-party matters and transaction-related disputes or litigation.

Skills

Drafting & Negotiation

Corporate & Securities Knowledge

M&A Transaction Experience

Communication with senior teams

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

New York Bar Admission

Job description

Alexander Chapman Ltd. seeks an attorney to advise its business teams on corporate, securities and M&A matters in New York.

You will work closely with investment professionals, participate in transactions, and assist with internal approvals and decision-making. The role requires JD and active New York Bar admission, with 2–4 years of corporate/transactional experience and a strong track record in securities offerings and M&A.