Corporate Counsel, AMS Job at Taylor Root, United States

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  • Taylor Root
  • United States

Job Description

Legal Counsel – Americas (Corporate, Commercial, M&A)

Location: Remote with frequent travel throughout the US. Ideal candidates will be located in a major metropolitan area.

A global professional services firm specializing in sustainability solutions is seeking a Legal Counsel to support its growing Americas business. This is an exciting opportunity to join a purpose-driven organization with a strong international presence and a track record of significant expansion across North, Central, and South America.

As a key member of the regional legal team, you will partner with senior leadership across Finance, Commercial, and M&A to enable strategic growth while managing legal risk. Reporting to the Head of Legal – Americas, this role offers high visibility, autonomy, and the chance to influence key business decisions in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

* Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including:

○ Client and vendor contracts

○ Confidentiality and data protection agreements

○ Engagement letters and purchasing agreements

* Support bids and tenders and maintain up-to-date contract templates

* Advise on corporate governance matters, including board and shareholder resolutions

* Assist with reorganizations and integrations, including mergers and asset transfers

* Provide legal support for M&A transactions, including due diligence and post-acquisition documentation

* Monitor new legislation and update compliance policies and training programs

* Manage external counsel relationships and oversee litigation reporting

* Support IP matters, including trademark filings

* Collaborate with HR on employment-related issues

Candidate Profile

* 5+ years of post-qualification experience, ideally starting in private practice and progressing to an in-house role

* Strong background in commercial contracts and corporate law

* Experience with M&A transactions and compliance matters

* Familiarity with U.S. legal frameworks; international experience is a plus

* Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

* Pragmatic, commercially minded, and solutions-oriented

* Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust across teams

* Spanish or other language skills are desirable

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Job Tags

Permanent employment, Contract work, Private practice, Remote work,

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