m&a counsel

Nord Anglia Education Group

A global education organization is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel for the Dubai region to oversee M&A transactions and support new school expansions. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in M&A and Real Estate projects, along with strong communication and negotiation skills. Join a pioneering team that values innovation and offers opportunities for career growth in the education sector.

Senior Legal Counsel - M&A and New Schools (MENA)

Superior Energy Services, Inc

<div>For oil &amp; gas exploration and production companies worldwide, Superior Energy Services is an oilfield products and services company with global reach, financial stability and mature safety and core values platforms. Through its portfolio of premier rental and well servicing brands, Superior provides customers with robust inventory, expedient delivery, engineered solutions and expert consultative service &mdash; all delivered with enterprise-wide Shared Core Values for safe, sustainable operations and corporate citizenship. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against any job applicant because of race, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Superior is currently seeking an Associate General Counsel - M&amp;A to join our team in Houston, TX (Downtown) (On-Site 5 days).

Duties and Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Lead and oversee all legal aspects of M&amp;A transactions, including drafting, negotiating, and reviewing transaction documents.</li>
<li>Manage and coordinate legal due diligence processes to identify risks and opportunities.</li>
<li>Provide strategic legal advice to senior leadership and cross-functional teams on M&amp;A matters.</li>
<li>Collaborate with external legal counsel, as necessary, to ensure seamless execution of transactions.</li>
<li>Develop and implement strategies to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.</li>
<li>Manage and coordinate legal due diligence processes to identify risks and opportunities.</li>
<li>Stay informed on industry trends, legal developments, and regulatory changes impacting M&amp;A activities.</li>
<li>Support the integration process for newly acquired entities, ensuring legal compliance and effective transition</li>
</ul>
Minimum Requirements
<ul>
<li>A minimum of 7 years relevant law experience - M&amp;A, corporate, banking or related areas.</li>
<li>A combination of law firm and in-house experience strongly preferred.</li>
<li>A license in good standing to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction with the ability to obtain a law license or limited in-house counsel license in Texas.</li>
<li>Strong expertise in drafting and negotiating complex transaction agreements.</li>
<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li>
<li>A positive attitude, high energy, desire to grow with the business and help maximize opportunities.</li>
<li>Proven track record of managing multiple transactions simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.</li>
<li>A strong sense of ownership and dedication to personal excellence and improvement.</li>
</ul>
Education

A Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school

Excellent Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, Matching 401(k)
Equal Opportunity Employer 
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.</div>

Associate General Counsel - M&A

Corporate

UnitedHealth Group is a health care and well-being company that's dedicated to improving the health outcomes of millions around the world. We are comprised of two distinct and complementary businesses, UnitedHealthcare and Optum, working to build a better health system for all. Here, your contributions matter as they will help transform health care for years to come. Make an impact with a diverse team that shares your passion for helping others. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Join our team as Associate General Counsel in the M&A legal group at UnitedHealth Group. This legal team oversees and supports the M&A function, with primary responsibility over acquisitions, divestitures, investments, joint ventures, key strategic transactions, and transaction-related antitrust, securities, tax, commercial, regulatory and lending legal functions enterprise-wide. Primary Responsibilities: <ul><li> Provide a full range of legal advice and services in areas such as M&A, acquisitions, divestitures, investments, joint ventures, commercial law, contracts law, securities, anti-trust, tax law, regulatory and compliance </li><li> Negotiate and execute complex M&A transactions and other strategic priorities </li><li> Manage internal and external stakeholders and oversee outside advisors in support of transactions </li><li> Assess legal risks and work with business and operational teams to mitigate and address </li><li> Provide executives across the enterprise with insights and guidance on complex legal issues, both domestic and international, and their commercial implications </li></ul> You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. Required Qualifications: <ul><li> Juris Doctorate degree with active license to practice law in at least one state </li><li> 3+ years of progressively senior experience in complex transactional legal work </li><li> 1+ years of Mergers & Acquisitions experience </li><li> Experience successfully directing staff and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment </li><li> Strategic thinking with experience developing a long-term plan and ensuring its execution </li><li> Proven exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, works well in a team environment, able to work in diverse environments and adhere to highest ethical standards </li><li> Proven analytical skills and strategic decision-making ability </li><li> Proven impressive executive presence with the ability to gain credibility, rapport and support from key internal and external stakeholders </li><li> Proven advanced writing skills </li><li> Proven advanced influencing skills and ability to display a solid sense of versatility in relating to different levels within the organization and people with varying backgrounds and ideas. Be able to facilitate consensus and directions for change </li></ul> Preferred Qualifications: <ul><li> 5+ years of Mergers & Acquisitions experience in a legal capacity </li><li> Specific transactional experience in healthcare or insurance fields </li></ul> Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $132,200 to $226,600 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission. UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Associate General Counsel, M&A - Minneapolis, MN or Denver, CO

Hanson Search

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 We are recruiting a Legal Counsel in Dubai, UAE, on behalf of a fast-growing, multinational investment group. This is a high-impact, hands-on role offering broad exposure across commercial, corporate and transactional matters, with a clear long-term pathway to General Counsel and Board-level responsibility.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Legal Counsel Role Overview and Strategic Business Impact
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Legal Counsel will act as a trusted business partner to senior leadership, providing pragmatic legal advice across a wide range of matters including commercial contracts, investments, real estate transactions and M&amp;A. The role will also oversee corporate governance and company secretarial responsibilities across a complex international group structure, working closely with external counsel across multiple jurisdictions.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities of the Legal Counsel Position
 
 
 
 
 
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 Advise on commercial and corporate legal matters, including contracts, compliance and governance
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 Draft and negotiate commercial agreements, investment documentation and real estate transactions
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 Support M&amp;A activity, including due diligence and transaction execution
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 Manage relationships with international external counsel
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 Oversee corporate secretarial duties across a multi-entity global structure
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 Ensure regulatory filings, board documentation and governance processes are completed accurately and on time
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 Monitor legal and regulatory developments impacting the group
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 Partner closely with internal stakeholders to align legal strategy with business objectives
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 Ideal Legal Counsel Candidate Profile
 
 
 
 
 
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 Qualified lawyer (JD or equivalent) admitted in at least one jurisdiction
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 Long-term experience within an international corporate environment or top-tier law firm
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 Strong grounding in commercial law, corporate governance and M&amp;A
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 Experience supporting private equity or investment structures across multiple jurisdictions is highly advantageous
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 Comfortable operating across both Common Law and Civil Law frameworks
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 Highly organised, commercially minded and able to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
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 Excellent drafting, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
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 Fluent English essential; additional languages are a plus
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 Legal Counsel &ndash; Opportunity Overview
 
 
 
 
 
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 Competitive salary and benefits
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 Broad, varied legal exposure across multiple sectors and jurisdictions
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 A collaborative, high-performance environment with direct access to senior decision-makers
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 Clear progression and professional growth opportunities
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 If you have the relevant experience and this opportunity sounds interesting, we would love to hear from you! Please apply via the link below.
 
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Legal Counsel

<div>Job Description 
WHAT YOU'LL DO
As Legal Counsel your role is to support, guide and protect the H&amp;M Group in relation to leases and other legal contracts as well as in other legal issues that arise.
You negotiate, draft and review property documents and various other agreements. You set and enforce legal standards, templates and strategies and conduct judicial enquiries, risk assessments and due diligence. You collaborate with the relevant stakeholders to ensure we get the best possible deal both legally and commercially.<ul><li>
Ensure due diligence of projects. To act as gatekeeper to the company&rsquo;s interests by safeguarding it through robust legal mechanisms &ndash; whether transactional structuring, clearances from authorities or financial mitigation etc.</li><li>
To deal with various statutory, regulatory, government and judicial authorities for seeking approvals to mitigate risks.</li><li>
Carry out negotiation, finalization and registration of contracts (including stamp duty), liaising continually with commercial and legal representatives of counterparts.</li><li>
Oversee legal defense actions; prevention and management of litigations including filing of notice of breach, tracking notifications etc.</li><li>
To keep the organization updated and in line with relevant regulatory developments.</li></ul>
WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH
You will collaborate with the Expansion team colleagues including Lease Managers and Legal Counsels.
WHO YOU ARE
To be successful in the role of Legal Counsel - Expansion, we believe you are comfortable making decisions and efficient in resolving situations with conflicting interests. You dare to speak your mind and have strong sense of integrity and rational thinking. In addition we believe you have the below skills:<ul><li>
A formal education within Legal curriculum is mandatory , LLB or LLM. ,with at least 5 years of working experience in an external law firm or as in-house Legal Counsel with focus on real estate law</li><li>
Knowledge of other areas such as employment law, company law and general contract law would be meriting</li><li>
A growth mindset; Open and embrace change with high attention to detail</li><li>
Strong initiative and a problem solving mindset with an organized and structured way of working</li><li>
Team player who understands collaboration is key to achieving business goals</li></ul>
Please click here for complete role description
WHO WE ARE
H&amp;M Group is a global company of strong fashion brands and ventures. Our goal is to prove that there is no compromise between exceptional design, affordable prices, and sustainable solutions. We want to liberate fashion for the many, and our customers are at the heart of every decision we make.
We are made up of thousands of passionate and talented colleagues united by our shared culture and values. Together, we want to use our power, our scale, and our knowledge to push the fashion industry towards a more inclusive and sustainable future.
WHY YOU&rsquo;LL LOVE WORKING HERE
At H&amp;M Group, we are proud to be a vibrant and welcoming company. We offer our employees attractive benefits with extensive development opportunities around the globe.
<ul><li>You will receive 25% off H&amp;M Group brands; H&amp;M, COS, Monki, Weekdays, Arket, &amp; Other Stories</li><li>
We are an inclusive company where you are encouraged to be yourself at work</li></ul> 

Additional Information 
This is a full-time position based at Saket, New Delhi, India and reports to Head of Expansion - Sonali Mediratta.
Apply by sending in your CV in English as soon as possible, but no later than October 27th, 2025. Due to data policies, we only accept applications through career page.</div>

Legal Counsel - Expansion

Legal Counsel & Compliance Officer

Sundus

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 JPC - 5691
 
 
 
 🔹
 
 Hiring: Legal &amp; Compliance Counsel
 
 
 
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 Abu Dhabi | Head Office
 
 
 
 We are looking for a highly experienced
 
 Legal and Compliance Counsel
 
 with a strong
 
 transactional and corporate law
 
 background to join a professional legal team in Abu Dhabi.
 
 
 This role is ideal for a seasoned
 
 Transactional Lawyer
 
 with extensive experience in drafting and negotiating complex, high-value agreements and supporting compliance initiatives within a commercial environment.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 &squf; Draft, review, and negotiate complex corporate and commercial agreements, including Joint Venture and Shareholder Agreements
 
 
 &squf; Provide legal support on corporate transactions, M&amp;A, and restructuring activities
 
 
 &squf; Advise business stakeholders on legal and regulatory risks
 
 
 &squf; Implement and maintain compliance policies (Code of Conduct, Whistleblowing, Conflict of Interest, etc.)
 
 
 &squf; Ensure compliance with UAE and international laws and regulations
 
 
 &squf; Collaborate with senior management and external legal counsel
 
 
 &squf; Conduct legal research and support internal legal training initiatives
 
 
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 ✔ Minimum
 
 8 years of legal experience
 
 , with at least
 
 5 years in the UAE
 
 
 
 ✔
 
 Common law qualification
 
 or education from a
 
 UK / European / Western jurisdiction
 
 (mandatory)
 
 
 ✔ Strong experience in
 
 corporate and commercial law
 
 
 
 ✔ Proven expertise in drafting complex transactional documents
 
 
 
 ✔ Prior Experience In Compliance Is Highly Preferred
 
 
 
 ✔ Experience within a
 
 commercial company
 
 is mandatory
 
 
 ✔ Background in
 
 top-tier law firms
 
 is highly desirable
 
 
 ✔
 
 Fluent English (native or equivalent)
 
 &ndash; exceptional drafting skills required
 
 
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 Fully bilingual: Arabic &amp; English
 
 
 
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 Salary:
 
 To be discussed (based on candidate expectations)
 
 
 📩
 
 Interested candidates
 
 are encouraged to apply or share their CV, including current salary expectations and notice period.
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Legal and Compliance Counsel

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