Axon
Vice President, M&A and Securities Counsel (Hybrid)
Axon, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Your Impact:
As VP, M&A and Securities Counsel, you are a dynamic leader with significant experience advising public companies on complex M&A, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other strategic transactions, as well as securities reporting and corporate governance requirements. Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer (CLO), you will assist the CLO in managing members of the legal team and outside counsel, personally overseeing certain key corporate initiatives, and ensuring all M&A activities align with legal requirements and support the company's strategic objectives. You will advise and collaborate with Axon's SEC & Financial Reporting Team along with outside counsel to help advise the Board and inform Axon's public reporting. Critically, you should bring a passion for technology, public safety and Axon’s mission to Protect Life.
What You’ll Do:
Location:
Boston, DC or Scottsdale RequiredReports to:
Chief Legal OfficerResponsibilities:Assist the CLO to manage Axon’s legal and compliance teams and legal operations.Help develop and implement the legal strategy for M&A activities in alignment with the company’s overall business and legal objectives.Advise the company on securities laws and reporting requirements.Partner with the CLO to work with the Board and help drive good governance.Lead and coordinate comprehensive due diligence processes for potential transactions.Identify and assess legal risks, ensuring thorough evaluation of regulatory, compliance, intellectual property, contractual, and other legal considerations.Manage external legal counsel as needed for specialized due diligence and transaction support.Partner with the Strategy & Corporate Development team to advise the business and undertake complex M&A work.Prepare and present legal analyses and updates on M&A activities to the executive team and board of directors.Maintain effective communication with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment.Collaborate with cross-functional teams for seamless transaction execution and integration, providing guidance on M&A related legal issues.Draft, review, and negotiate transaction-related documents, complying with applicable laws and regulations to protect the company’s interests.Advise on and ensure compliance with securities laws, antitrust regulations, and other requirements.Liaise with regulatory authorities and manage necessary filings or approvals.Provide post-merger integration legal support for contract assignments, employee transitions, and regulatory compliance, resolving any legal issues during integration.Other duties as assigned.What You Bring:
J.D. from an accredited institution with outstanding academic credentialsAdmission to a State Bar within the United StatesMinimum 10 years’ experience working for a top tier law firm and/or in-house for a public company.Demonstrated legal expertise in M&A, securities law, and corporate governance.Extensive experience in managing complex M&A transactions, preferably within the technology or financial services sector.Excellent writing, analytical, negotiation, communication, strategic thinking, and presentation skillsStrong understanding of corporate and securities laws, regulations, and industry standards.Strong leadership, attention to detail, problem-solving abilities and organization/prioritization skills.Demonstrated ability to successfully work with a team and in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment.Benefits that Benefit You
Competitive salary and 401k with employer matchDiscretionary paid time offPaid parental leave for allMedical, Dental, Vision plansFitness ProgramsEmotional & Mental Wellness supportLearning & Development programsAnd yes, we have snacks in our officesBenefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work.
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As VP, M&A and Securities Counsel, you are a dynamic leader with significant experience advising public companies on complex M&A, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other strategic transactions, as well as securities reporting and corporate governance requirements. Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer (CLO), you will assist the CLO in managing members of the legal team and outside counsel, personally overseeing certain key corporate initiatives, and ensuring all M&A activities align with legal requirements and support the company's strategic objectives. You will advise and collaborate with Axon's SEC & Financial Reporting Team along with outside counsel to help advise the Board and inform Axon's public reporting. Critically, you should bring a passion for technology, public safety and Axon’s mission to Protect Life.
What You’ll Do:
Location:
Boston, DC or Scottsdale RequiredReports to:
Chief Legal OfficerResponsibilities:Assist the CLO to manage Axon’s legal and compliance teams and legal operations.Help develop and implement the legal strategy for M&A activities in alignment with the company’s overall business and legal objectives.Advise the company on securities laws and reporting requirements.Partner with the CLO to work with the Board and help drive good governance.Lead and coordinate comprehensive due diligence processes for potential transactions.Identify and assess legal risks, ensuring thorough evaluation of regulatory, compliance, intellectual property, contractual, and other legal considerations.Manage external legal counsel as needed for specialized due diligence and transaction support.Partner with the Strategy & Corporate Development team to advise the business and undertake complex M&A work.Prepare and present legal analyses and updates on M&A activities to the executive team and board of directors.Maintain effective communication with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment.Collaborate with cross-functional teams for seamless transaction execution and integration, providing guidance on M&A related legal issues.Draft, review, and negotiate transaction-related documents, complying with applicable laws and regulations to protect the company’s interests.Advise on and ensure compliance with securities laws, antitrust regulations, and other requirements.Liaise with regulatory authorities and manage necessary filings or approvals.Provide post-merger integration legal support for contract assignments, employee transitions, and regulatory compliance, resolving any legal issues during integration.Other duties as assigned.What You Bring:
J.D. from an accredited institution with outstanding academic credentialsAdmission to a State Bar within the United StatesMinimum 10 years’ experience working for a top tier law firm and/or in-house for a public company.Demonstrated legal expertise in M&A, securities law, and corporate governance.Extensive experience in managing complex M&A transactions, preferably within the technology or financial services sector.Excellent writing, analytical, negotiation, communication, strategic thinking, and presentation skillsStrong understanding of corporate and securities laws, regulations, and industry standards.Strong leadership, attention to detail, problem-solving abilities and organization/prioritization skills.Demonstrated ability to successfully work with a team and in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment.Benefits that Benefit You
Competitive salary and 401k with employer matchDiscretionary paid time offPaid parental leave for allMedical, Dental, Vision plansFitness ProgramsEmotional & Mental Wellness supportLearning & Development programsAnd yes, we have snacks in our officesBenefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work.
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