Counsel, M&A and Strategic Transactions

At Compass, our mission is to help everyone find their place in the world. Founded in 2012, we’re revolutionizing the real estate industry with our end-to-end platform that empowers residential real estate agents to deliver exceptional service to seller and buyer clients.
As Counsel at Compass, you work on exciting matters that require proactive legal guidance. You're part of a group of talented in-house lawyers and the projects you work on challenge you to think creatively and constructively. You are energetic and collaborative -- ready to partner in initiatives that influence all aspects of Compass’s business and work with employees and agents across the company. Your contributions will be impactful, value driven, and you will play an instrumental role on the Compass Legal Team.
Please note this is a 100% in-office role, and can be based out of our NYC, LA, or San Francisco office.
Responsibilities
Serve as a lead attorney on Compass’s mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, debt financing, and other strategic corporate and commercial transactions, with responsibilities that will include:
Advising internal business clients and serving as their legal subject matter expert
Supervising outside counsel on all transactional matters, while liaising with legal and non-legal internal stakeholders at Compass
Drafting and negotiating term sheets, definitive agreements, credit agreements, commercial agreements and other ancillary and commercial documentation
Working collaboratively with multiple cross-functional teams on post-transaction and integration matters
Supporting day-to-day legal issues related to marquee agent offerings, including Compass Concierge
Develop policies, training, and workflows to allow business teams to move quickly while addressing key legal risks in their areas of operation
Identify and develop improvements of standard form agreements, transaction playbooks, and other legal and non-legal processes at Compass
Contribute to legal department initiatives, including cross-functional projects and training
What We Look For
Strong academic credentials including a JD and membership in good standing in at least one state bar (NY or CA bar a plus)
5+ years of experience, either at a top law firm or large in-house legal department (or combination thereof)
Background in M&A, leveraged finance, or other complex transactional practice
Confidence operating in a fast-paced environment
Able to manage several simultaneous projects and shift priorities under deadline pressure in a dynamic environment
A team player with low ego who can effectively work with other attorneys and professionals
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and an ability to explain complex ideas clearly and simply
Compensation : The base pay range for this position is $159,700-$190,000 annually; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Bonuses and restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of benefits. Base pay is based on market location. Minimum wage for the position will always be met.
Perks
Participation in our incentive programs (which may include eligible cash, equity, or commissions). Plus paid vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, and recharge leave; medical, tele-health, dental and vision benefits; 401(k) plan; flexible spending accounts (FSAs); commuter program; life and disability insurance; Maven (a support system for new parents); Carrot (fertility benefits); UrbanSitter (caregiver referral network); Employee Assistance Program; and pet insurance.
Do your best work, be your authentic self.
At Compass, we believe that everyone deserves to find their place in the world — a place where they feel like they belong, where they can be their authentic selves, where they can thrive. Our collaborative, energetic culture is grounded in our Compass Entrepreneurship Principles and our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, growth and mobility. As an equal opportunity employer, we offer competitive compensation packages, robust benefits and professional growth opportunities aimed at helping to improve our employees' lives and careers.
Notice for California Applicants
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