Sr Counsel, Mergers & Acquisitions

Overview

Lead legal aspects of M&A, due diligence, and transaction execution for American Water

Requirements

• juris doctorate
• 10+ years
• licensed attorney
• utility law
• negotiation
• leadership

What You Bring

-Strong business acumen and leadership skills. Ability to work well on a variety of teams. -Environment preferred -Juris Doctorate law degree from an accredited law school. -Up to 25% travel may be required, including overnight travel -Excellent organizational and project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities. -Minimum 10 years legal experience as a licensed practicing attorney, both law firm and in-house experience preferred. -Expertise in business mergers, acquisitions and divestitures, strategic planning, contracting, human resources, real property, corporate governance, process and litigation management. -Broad knowledge of company policies and operations. -Expertise in specialty area may be applicable -Ability to balance legal risks and business objectives. -Broad knowledge of utility regulatory law, the utility regulatory framework, and corporate and commercial law. -Excellent written and oral communication, analytical and drafting skills. -Experience effectively leading a team -Licensed to practice in one or more states where the business unit currently operates business. -Ability to handle sensitive/confidential information in a proper manner. -Must have the ability, experience and business judgment to be an active member of the Legal BD team to positively impact business decisions, specific and strategic in nature. -Professional disciplinary record that does not limit ability to receive professional licensing reciprocity, if available. -Strong interpersonal skills with an emphasis on initiative, knowledge sharing, teambuilding and decision-making. -Works effectively with all levels within the organization as well as key external stakeholders. -Demonstrated management level experience in a utility regulatory -Must have superb negotiation skills.

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Benefits

-Indoor office environment

About American Water

-Provides vital water and wastewater services, ensuring communities have access to clean water. -Has a long history of managing water infrastructure in partnership with municipalities. -Recent projects include modernizing infrastructure, expanding service coverage, and improving water treatment facilities. -Known for innovation in water management, offering sustainable solutions to modern water challenges. -A trusted provider for residential, commercial, and industrial customers across the U.S.

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