Corporate Counsel

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. Support all phases of M&A activity, including legal diligence, definitive documentation, and post-closing integration .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeBurlington • Massachusetts • United StatesJunior💰 $110,500 - $136,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in M&A activity, including legal diligence, documentation, and integration, while ensuring compliance with securities laws and corporate governance. Strong project management and communication skills are essential for liaising with stakeholders and managing multiple priorities effectively.

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JD From An Accredited Law SchoolM&A ExperienceSecurities Law ComplianceProject Management SkillsExcellent Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Legal DiligenceDefinitive DocumentationPost-Closing IntegrationSEC Filings PreparationCorporate GovernanceEquity Compensation PlansLegal NegotiationsMultitaskingWorkflow ImprovementAutomation Tools

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsCollaborative Work StyleRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

AI Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed To Practice Law In Massachusetts

Industry Keywords

M&A LifecyclePublic Company GovernanceBoard MaterialsSecurities LawGlobal Subsidiary Governance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support all phases of M&A activity, including legal diligence, definitive documentation, and post-closing integration
Liaise with outside counsel and internal stakeholders throughout the M&A lifecycle
Help run an effective and efficient M&A process
Support preparation of SEC filings, including periodic and current reports, proxy statements, and Section 16 filings
Support corporate governance matters, including board and committee materials and securities law compliance and disclosure
Support global subsidiary governance, including formations, dissolutions, foreign qualifications, restructurings, and integrations
Support executive, equity, and incentive compensation plan matters
Support legal negotiations for the global real estate footprint
Build and continuously improve tools, workflows, and automation supporting the role

Requirements

What you’ll need

JD from an accredited law school
Admitted to practice law in Massachusetts or licensed in the jurisdiction in which you live and work, with willingness to obtain Massachusetts admission
1-3+ years of relevant experience in the corporate department of a law firm or comparable in-house experience
Strong organizational, project management, and multitasking skills
Ability to manage multiple competing matters and deadlines
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively and create strong relationships across the company
M&A and/or securities law experience beneficial
Exposure to public company governance beneficial
Experience working with AI tools beneficial

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, life & disability benefits
401(k) retirement savings plan
Tuition reimbursement program
Optional critical illness, hospital indemnity, personal accident, identity theft protection, auto & home insurance, legal insurance, and pet insurance
Performance-based annual corporate bonus plan
Incentive compensation opportunities
Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) featuring a 27-month lookback
Flexible paid vacation time
Paid day off for your birthday
Company holidays
Parental Leave and other leave programs
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee well-being resources focused on physical, mental, social, and financial health
Hybrid work between home office and Burlington headquarters