Strategic M&A Counsel (Hybrid/Remote)

American Water; Camden (NJ); Hybrid; USD 146,000 - 231,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Defined Contribution Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Medical coverage

Prescription coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Life insurance

Voluntary benefits

Wellness programs

Job summary

American Water is seeking a Counsel for Mergers & Acquisitions to provide strategic legal support on corporate and transactional matters. The role centers on guiding M&A transactions, complex contracts, and regulatory considerations with cross‑functional collaboration.

The position offers a hybrid work arrangement (2 days remote, 3 days in office) with a competitive base salary and eligibility for annual incentives.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant M&A, corporate transactions, and/or commercial contracting experience.
• Bar admission in at least one U.S. state.
• Ability to manage complex transactions and multiple workstreams.
• Strong business judgment balancing risk and commercial objectives.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted legal advisor to leaders on corporate and commercial matters.
• Lead and support M&A transactions, including stock and asset purchases.
• Advise on regulatory considerations and coordinate with internal and external counsel.
• Draft, review, and negotiate service agreements, MSAs, NDAs, and other contracts.
• Manage outside counsel to ensure value and quality.
• Collaborate with Legal, Finance, Operations, and other functions.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Corporate law

M&A

Commercial contracts

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

American Water is seeking a Counsel for Mergers & Acquisitions to provide strategic legal support on corporate and transactional matters. The role centers on guiding M&A transactions, complex contracts, and regulatory considerations with cross‑functional collaboration.

The position offers a hybrid work arrangement (2 days remote, 3 days in office) with a competitive base salary and eligibility for annual incentives.