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Corporate M&A Counsel

Cedar & Wright Legal🇺🇸New York, United StatesFull-TimeHybrid
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Salary Readout
$220,000 – $280,000
Deadline · In 30 days
Competitive Salary
$220,000 – $280,000
Employment Type
Full-Time
Work Mode
Hybrid
Location
New York, United States
Posted
7 days ago
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In 30 days
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01 · Overview

About This Mission

Cedar & Wright Legal is hiring a Corporate M&A Counsel to join our New York team. You'll partner with cross-functional teams to ship high-impact work in a fast-moving, globally distributed environment. We're looking for someone excited to shape the future of legal and grow with a mission-driven organization.

Lead complex cross-border M&A transactions.

02 · Responsibilities

What You'll Do

  • 01
    Own delivery of key legal compliance initiatives end-to-end.
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    Collaborate with global stakeholders across multiple time zones.
  • 03
    Mentor peers and contribute to team culture and best practices.
  • 04
    Measure outcomes with clear metrics and iterate quickly.
03 · Requirements

What You'll Need

  • 3+ years of relevant professional experience.
  • Strong written and spoken English; additional languages a plus.
  • Track record of delivering results in an ambiguous environment.
  • Comfort working with distributed, multicultural teams.
04 · Benefits & Perks

Mission Rewards

Competitive base salary + performance bonus
Comprehensive health & dental coverage
Paid annual leave & sick days
Learning & development budget
Modern equipment & home-office stipend
Flexible working hours
05 · Visa & Relocation

Crossing Borders

H-1B, O-1, L-1 visas widely sponsored by mid/large employers.

Country
🇺🇸 United States
Avg. Salary
$95,000
Top Industries
Tech, Finance, Healthcare
06 · About the Employer

Cedar & Wright Legal

International law firm advising Fortune 500 clients on cross-border M&A, disputes and regulatory matters.

1,800 employeesNew York, USAFounded 1974
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