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

The Director, Corporate Counsel assists the Associate General Counsel EAP, Vice President Deputy General Counsel and Senior Director Corporate Counsel and other key Ryan stakeholders including the Corporate Development Team with directing, implementing, managing, coordinating, overseeing, and supervising legal matters relating to the Firm including, without limitation, mergers and acquisitions activities, corporate compliance and corporate governance matters. The geographic scope of this role is predominantly the Europe and Asia-Pacific (EAP) region, but may extend as required.

Duties and Responsibilities as they relate to Ryan’s 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 risksManage local outside counsel assisting with the transactionPrepare closing checklists and certificates, and manage closings for acquisitions and other corporate transactionsWork 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 mattersAssist and advise on matters of corporate governance and organizational structure for Ryan’s affiliated corporations and limited liability companiesManage entity formation, corporate organization charts, and ongoing entity reporting and maintenance to ensure all entities are properly formed and remain in good standingMonitor adherence to corporate formalities and entity operations by and between entitiesSupport 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 issuesWork 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 environmentExperience drafting and negotiating cross-border M&A transaction documents and managing due diligence requiredExperience 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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