Associate Counsel, M&A

IMEG Corporation; Pretoria; On-site; USD 135,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative design consulting firm seeks an Associate Counsel specializing in M&A to oversee complex transactions and provide expert legal guidance. This role involves collaborating with internal teams and external counsel to ensure compliance and alignment with business goals. Join a passionate and employee-owned organization committed to professional development, work-life balance, and a fun culture. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and negotiation skills, with a Juris Doctorate and M&A experience. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Wellness Programs

Retirement Plans

Paid Holidays

PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Schedules

Stock Options

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school is required.
• 1+ years of M&A experience in a law firm or corporate legal department.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal guidance on M&A transactions and negotiations.
• Draft and review legal documents related to acquisitions.
• Conduct legal due diligence and risk assessments.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Analytical Skills

Negotiation Skills

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Education

Juris Doctorate Degree

Admission to State Bar

M&A Experience

Job description

Are you Ready to Engineer Your Career? At IMEG, one of the largest design consulting firms in the U.S., we strive to provide exciting and rewarding career opportunities to our team members. We work hard, are passionate about what we do, and also love to have fun along the way. We celebrate our ability to be a firm of over 2900 employees across the U.S., maintaining a local office approach and feel for each employee-owner. Our opportunities for involvement, community engagement, and exciting client partnerships reflect our serious commitment to our work and our fun culture.

As a company, we believe in investing in our team members and fostering an environment for growth. We prioritize people, are a 100% employee-owned organization, and are committed to being a great place to work. We support this through work-life balance, flexibility, ongoing training, development opportunities, and community impact. We reward innovation and hard work, supporting a culture of sustainability.

IMEG Corp. is growing, and we'd love for you to join our team! We are currently seeking an Associate Counsel, M&A in our Rock Island, IL office.

The Associate Counsel M&A will oversee and execute complex M&A transactions, provide expert legal guidance, and ensure regulatory compliance. Reporting directly to the Chief Legal Officer, this role advises on strategic acquisitions, mergers, divestitures, and joint ventures. This position collaborates with the M&A team and supports IMEG's litigation and project claims as needed.

Principal Responsibilities

• Provide legal guidance and strategic support on M&A transactions, including deal structuring, due diligence, and negotiations
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents such as letters of intent, NDAs, purchase agreements, merger agreements, and corporate governance materials
• Collaborate with internal teams, finance, and external counsel to ensure legal compliance and alignment with business goals
• Conduct legal due diligence and risk assessments related to acquisitions
• Advise senior leadership on legal risks and implications of strategic initiatives
• Monitor legal trends and changes in M&A regulations and corporate law

Required Skills and Abilities

• Highly organized with good time management skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize to meet deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information confidentially
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills for complex legal issues
• Positive, collaborative attitude and teamwork skills
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to clarify complex legal concepts
• Willingness to travel up to 25%, including occasional overnight stays

Education and Experience

• Juris Doctorate Degree from an ABA-accredited law school
• Admission to at least one state bar
• Minimum 1 year of M&A experience in law firm or corporate legal department
• Preferred: Experience in Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry
• Experience in litigation or litigation management

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally

Salary Range: $135,000 - $170,000, based on experience and location. Benefits include bonuses, stock options, health insurance, wellness programs, retirement plans, paid holidays, and PTO.

IMEG, an employee-owned company, is committed to investing in professional development and career growth. We offer comprehensive benefits, flexible schedules, tuition reimbursement, and health, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one.

Learn more about IMEG and our career opportunities at https://www.imegcorp.com/careers/.

IMEG is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. Applicants may request access, correction, or deletion of their personal data by emailing [e-mail].