Assistant General Counsel, Transactions

Red Cell Partners

. Serve as the day-to-day internal lead for financing and M&A transactions across Red Cell Partners' portfolio .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $280,000 - $360,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive legal expertise in M&A and venture financing transactions, with a strong ability to negotiate and manage complex agreements while providing sound judgment under pressure. Proven track record of working collaboratively with stakeholders in high-growth environments, particularly in healthcare and national security sectors.

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J.D. Licensed To Practice8+ Years Legal ExperienceM&A Transaction ManagementVenture Financing ExpertiseNegotiation Of Purchase Agreements

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Hard Skills

M&A TransactionsVenture FinancingLOI NegotiationDiligence ManagementPurchase Agreement NegotiationCap Table MechanicsGovernance MechanicsConvertible NotesSAFEsFull Sale Processes

Soft Skills

Independent JudgmentTeam-OrientedHigh-EnergyProactiveProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

AI Legal TechProductivity Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

J.D. License

Industry Keywords

HealthcareCybersecurityNational SecurityCFIUSHSRExport Control ReviewsFund FormationSecondariesContinuation VehiclesVenture-Backed Startups

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the day-to-day internal lead for financing and M&A transactions across Red Cell Partners' portfolio
Run transactions day to day with autonomy on execution and partner with the General Counsel to set risk posture
Negotiate LOIs on sell-side processes
Scope and brief outside counsel on purchase agreements
Help close Series A and other venture financing transactions
Handle transactions across stages, including SAFEs, convertible notes, priced rounds, full sale processes, carve-outs, and acquisitions
Work directly with founders, boards, bankers, and acquirers
Support companies addressing challenges in healthcare, cyber, and national security
Report to the General Counsel

Requirements

What you’ll need

J.D. and currently licensed to practice and in good standing in your U.S. jurisdiction
8+ years of legal experience, including substantial M&A and venture financing work at a strong corporate practice and in-house, with a demonstrated track record of running transactions independently
Meaningful experience on sell-side M&A — LOI through signing and closing, including diligence management, purchase agreement negotiation, and post-closing obligations
Experience with venture financings across stages — SAFEs, convertible notes, and priced preferred rounds — and the cap table and governance mechanics that come with them
Sound, independent judgment under deal pressure; ability to run a process, know which calls are yours and which to escalate, and tell the business when the answer is no
Team-oriented, high-energy, and proactive; someone who gets things done and makes the work better for everyone around them
Preferred: Experience supporting venture-backed or high-growth startups
Preferred: Familiarity with CFIUS, HSR, or export control reviews and how they affect deal timelines
Preferred: Experience with fund formation, secondaries, or continuation vehicles
Preferred: Experience using AI legal tech or other productivity tools

Benefits

Comp & perks

Career track opportunity with potential for rapid advancement with strong performance as the firm grows
100% employer paid, comprehensive health care including medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.
Paid maternity and paternity for 14 weeks at employees' normal pay.
Unlimited PTO, with management approval.
Opportunities for professional development and continued learning.
Optional 401K, FSA, and equity incentives available.
Mental health benefits are available through Tara Mind.
Cost effective GLP-1 solutions available through Crux.