The Managing Counsel, M&A Americas position will report to the Associate General Counsel, M&A and will work closely with divisional and functional lawyers on M&A matters. The Managing Counsel, M&A Americas will preferably be located in New York, NY but other East Coast cities or Chicago will be considered. This role will partner closely with the global M&A and Corporate Development team.

BASIC FUNCTIONS AND PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Successfully handle M&A transactions from inception to conclusion with a high degree of independenceStructure, review and negotiate key documents needed for M&A transactionsManage lifecycle of various M&A documentation including, letters of intent, engagement letters, purchase agreements, transition services, agreements, licenses, and other deal documentationCoordinate performance of legal due diligence with both internal and external resourcesAdvise internal business partners on transactional legal risks/issues and their potential impact on operations, including participation in presentations and updates to senior leadershipSupervise and coordinate preparation and filing of any required merger control and other regulatory filingsAdvise business on preparation of assets identified for divestiture (including internal diligence, preparation of data rooms, review of marketing materials)Support post-closing activities including integration of acquisitions, indemnity claims and releases, disputes arising out of prior transactions, and legal support of transition services teams

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Candidates are required to have a JD and be licensed to practice law in the jurisdiction in which they are located.  The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5 - 7 years of progressively responsible M&A experience, including experience with a top-tier law firm. This experience should include solo negotiation of key documents and independent decision-making. It is essential that a candidate be able to function day-to-day with minimal guidance, so problem-solving skills are critical. Prior experience with information solutions and/or SaaS businesses a plus. Prior in-house experience is also a plus, and preference will be given to candidates who have experience communicating with senior business partners.

Applicants may be required to appear onsite at a Wolters Kluwer office as part of the recruitment process.

Compensation:

Target salary range CA, CT, CO, DC, HI, IL, MD, MN, NY, RI, WA: $183,700 - $260,050