In-House M&A Counsel

ID

2026-23120

Education

Doctorate (PhD)

Discipline/Focus

Legal

Kimley-Horn, one of Fortune Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For,” is looking for an in-house counsel to support our mergers and acquisitions (M&A) team in Cary, North Carolina (NC). This is a great opportunity, whether you are currently working as in-house counsel or interested in making a shift from private practice.

This position will focus on supporting M&A transactions, but will include responsibilities in contracting, compliance, legal and risk matters in a time-sensitive environment. Candidates should have 3+ years of experience.

• Support all aspects of M&A transactions, including due diligence, negotiation, documentation, and closing
• Provide practical, cultural-minded legal guidance in support of business objectives
• Draft, review, and negotiate transaction agreements and related documentation such as Stock Purchase Agreements, Asset Purchase Agreements, and Non-Disclosure Agreements
• Serve as primary liaison between in-house M&A team and outside counsel
• Advise leadership on corporate laws, regulations, and governance related to M&A activities
• Identify and resolve potential legal risks and issues
• Stay abreast of industry trends and legal developments related to M&A
• Support legal integration of acquired entities
• Collaborate with and facilitate cross-team decision-making amongst various internal stakeholders, including legal, finance, senior management, and other internal teams
• Perform other duties in support of the legal team, including review of professional services contracts and overall risk management.
• Some travel required (approx. 10%)

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
• Licensed to practice law in North Carolina
• 3+ years of relevant legal experience in M&A transactions
• Strong interpersonal skills, including verbal communication, presentation, and relationship building
• Exceptionally organized in thought and with documentation.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and provide excellent internal and external client service
• Excellent follow-through skills as well as the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Ability and desire to partner with diverse and dynamic leadership and teams
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Kimley-Horn in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. We do not typically sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions.

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 18 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.