Director, M&A and Corporate Transactions Lawyer

Why Ryan

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits

• Home Office Stipend

• Business Connectivity Reimbursement (Phone/Internet)

• Gym Membership or Equipment Reimbursement

• LinkedIn Learning Subscription

• Flexible Work Environment

• Tuition Reimbursement After One Year of Service

• Accelerated Career Path

• Award-Winning Culture & Community Outreach

Duties and Responsibilities as they relate to Ryans Key Results

• Draft review and negotiate transaction documents for potential acquisitions joint ventures divestitures or other M&A transactions including non-disclosure agreements letters of intent term sheets purchase agreements schedules and related/ancillary transaction documents
• Manage legal due diligence and analyze due diligence reports for acquisitions and advise internal stakeholders of risks
• Manage local outside counsel assisting with the transaction
• Prepare closing checklists and certificates and manage closings for acquisitions and other corporate transactions
• Work with and support the internal stakeholders on integrating the acquired companies including post-closing formalities and restructuring implementation of group policies and standards and review of corporate contracts. Advise on post-closing litigations.
• Ensure compliance with relevant corporate and securities laws in the relevant jurisdictions particularly related to equity matters
• Assist and advise on matters of corporate governance and organizational structure for Ryans affiliated corporations and limited liability companies
• Manage entity formation corporate organization charts and ongoing entity reporting and maintenance to ensure all entities are properly formed and remain in good standing
• Monitor adherence to corporate formalities and entity operations by and between entities
• Support the finance and tax teams on legal matters (e.g. intragroup arrangements)
• Provide clear concise and actionable written advice to key executive stakeholders that reflects a full understanding of the pertinent issues
• Work as a member of the legal team and support other work streams as necessary and required including support on regulatory and compliance matters contracts knowledge sharing and training.

Education/Experience:

• Legal qualifications and at least seven years of experience in a large law firm and /or practice in a similar environment
• Experience drafting and negotiating cross-border M&A transaction documents and managing due diligence required
• Experience working with a large law firm preferred

General:

• Demonstrates Hustle: Meets KPIs established for the Legal Department. Is able to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with multiple stakeholders. Can prioritize work independently.
• Demonstrates Inclusivity: Seeks appropriate approvals through authority levels. Maintains constructive relationships with clients stakeholders and peers and works collaboratively to identify and assess options for resolving compliance issues. Collaborates and builds positive productive relationships with team members at all levels across the legal department and the service delivery teams.
• Demonstrates Grit: Able to work without a roadmap and be agile in ambiguous settings. Persistent in driving projects and facilities follow-up when others are involved to obtain timely results.
• Demonstrates Humility: Appreciates the value of continued learning with a growth mindset. Is able to align with company protocols and preferences. Seeks insights from others for the best work product. Shares knowledge with others in a manner that enables team growth.
• Stays Current: Monitors changes in laws and policies to ensure best practices are recommended relevant compliance is being met and audits for compliance with laws. Advises on select risk management matters.

Computer Skills:

• To perform this job successfully an individual must have intermediate skills in Microsoft Word Excel Outlook and Internet navigation and research.

Certificates and Licenses:

• Qualified and practicing lawyer

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This role has no direct reports.

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