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Senior Corporate Counsel, Legal – M&A
Senior Corporate Counsel, Legal – M&AServiceNow • Santa Clara County, California, USA
Senior Corporate Counsel, Legal – M&A

Senior Corporate Counsel, Legal – M&A

ServiceNow • Santa Clara County, California, USA
10 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

ServiceNow is seeking a talented and highly motivated attorney to join our M&A legal team as Senior Corporate Counsel Legal M&A (depending on experience).

In this role you will help evaluate structure negotiate and successfully close M&A transactions and strategic investments to support ServiceNows rapid growth and product innovation. You will play a key role across the full transaction lifecyclefrom early evaluation through closing and beyondmanaging diligence and deal processes negotiating agreements and helping ensure that transactions large and small move rapidly and efficiently toward a successful close. This is an opportunity to work on sophisticated deals for one of the best enterprise software companies in the world with tremendous momentum and opportunities at a very exciting time as we pursue our ambition to become the defining AI enterprise software company of the 21st century.

This role requires significant M&A deal experience; exceptional judgment negotiation communication drafting and problem-solving skills; and the ability to provide clear practical guidance in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

You would be joining a world-class collegial and inclusive corporate legal team. We take pride in partnering effectively with the business supporting each other and maintaining high standards in a fast-moving high-growth environment. If you are hungry and humble and want to make the world of work better for everyone join us!

Responsibilities

As Senior Corporate Counsel Legal M&A you will :

  • Drive the successful execution of M&A transactions and strategic investments helping evaluate structure negotiate and close deals with judgment speed and precision.
  • Lead and / or assist in legal due diligence identifying and documenting key risks and insights and communicating them clearly to business stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
  • Draft review and negotiate core transaction documents including letters of intent purchase agreements and ancillary agreements.
  • Provide clear practical and timely legal guidance across the deal lifecycle serving as a trusted high-EQ partner to help teams stay aligned and make informed decisions.
  • Ensure coordinated efficient deal execution anticipating issues resolving roadblocks and keeping workstreams moving from initial evaluation through closing.
  • Support post-closing activities when needed such as advising on transition matters counseling teams addressing legacy customer commitments and partnering with the integration team on post-closing matters.
  • Help scale our M&A function efficiently by leveraging the ServiceNow platform and contributing to improved tools playbooks templates and processes.

Qualifications :

To be successful in this role you have :

  • Broad and demonstrated knowledge of M&A including diligence deal structuring negotiation closing mechanics relevant competition and regulatory requirements and post-closing obligations with experience owning substantial portions of large or complex transactions.
  • At least 5 years of relevant legal experience at a major law firm and / or in-house at a fast-paced technology or enterprise software company.
  • Ability to work effectively across functions exercising excellent judgment and bringing a high-EQ collaborative approach to cross-functional work.
  • Practical solutions-oriented problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex legal and operational issues into clear actionable guidance.
  • Highly organized and proactive with keen attention to detail and capable of managing multiple concurrent workstreams while maintaining a calm steady presence.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate complex information clearly concisely and effectively.
  • Preferred Experience

  • Experience with enterprise software data-driven workflows automation or AI tools.
  • Experience with commercial contracting including interpreting and negotiating customer agreements relevant to diligence findings and post-closing commitments.
  • Familiarity with strategic and venture capital investments.
  • Experience in cross-border transactions.
  • (These experiences will distinguish you and help you succeed in this role but they are not required for the right candidate.)

    For positions in this location we offer a base pay of $193000 - $337800 plus equity (when applicable) variable / incentive compensation and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the base pay shown is a guideline and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications skill level competencies and work location. We also offer health plans including flexible spending accounts a 401(k) Plan with company match ESPP matching donations a flexible time away plan and family leave programs. Compensation is based on the geographic location in which the role is located and is subject to change based on work location.

    Additional Information :

    Work Personas

    We approach our distributed world of work with flexibility and trust. Work personas (flexible remote or required in office) are categories that are assigned to ServiceNow employees depending on the nature of their work and their assigned work location. Learn more here . To determine eligibility for a work persona ServiceNow may confirm the distance between your primary residence and the closest ServiceNow office using a third-party service.

    Equal Opportunity Employer

    ServiceNow is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color creed religion sex sexual orientation national origin or nationality ancestry age disability gender identity or expression marital status veteran status or any other category protected by addition all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with legal requirements.

    Accommodations

    We strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are unable to use this online application and need an alternative method to apply please contact for assistance.

    Export Control Regulations

    For positions requiring access to controlled technology subject to export control regulations including the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) ServiceNow may be required to obtain export control approval from government authorities for certain individuals. All employment is contingent upon ServiceNow obtaining any export license or other approval that may be required by relevant export control authorities.

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    Remote Work : Yes

    Employment Type : Full-time

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