What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mergers and Acquisitions Counsel position at Valvoline Inc.?
It All Starts with Our People
As the leader in automotive preventive maintenance, Valvoline has a proven track record of growth. We continue to invest in our people, processes, and technology to strengthen our ability to efficiently deliver Quick, Easy, Trusted service across all our stores – every day. We're not just in the car business; we're in the people business. And we're looking for humble, hungry, and smart people to help us shape the future of mobility. If you're hungry to drive change and seek a dynamic, collaborative environment that fuels both personal and professional growth, you've found your place with us.
Our highest priority is creating a welcoming workplace with team members from a wide variety of diverse backgrounds and experiences.
The Opportunity
Valvoline has a rewarding opportunity as a Mergers and Acquisitions Counsel. In this role, you will assist with acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and other strategic transactions, and engage collaboratively to enable the business as a subject matter expert providing advice and legal counsel. To thrive in this role, you must be detail-oriented, a collaborative team player with strong initiative, have a keen business sense and driven work ethic, and hold yourself to a high personal standard of accountability.
How You'll Make a Difference
- Work with third parties to negotiate the terms of acquisitions.
- Draft and review letters of intent, asset purchase agreements, and leases.
- Assist with due diligence and closings.
- Facilitate processes and procedures to optimize productivity and keep the team organized.
- Support the integration of acquired assets.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts and other departments.
- Assist with other special projects as necessary.
What You'll Need to Succeed
- U.S. State Bar active member in good standing
- JD degree from an accredited university
- Minimum of three years practicing law, preferably in a national or regional law firm
- Working expertise in the Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) process from beginning to post-closing issues
- Experience and familiarity with commercial leases and commercial/corporate law
- Resourcefulness in seeking out and finding accurate and relevant information
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
We Take Care of the WHOLE You
- Health insurance plans (medical, dental, vision)
- HSA and flexible spending accounts
- 401(k)
- Incentive opportunity*
- Life insurance
- Short and long-term disability insurance
- Paid vacation and holidays*
- Employee Assistance Program
- Valvoline Instant Oil Change discounts
- Tuition reimbursement*
- Adoption assistance*
*Terms and conditions apply, and benefits may differ depending on position.
