Jobs and Careers
ME

Associate General Counsel, Corporate M&A

Meta
New York City, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 9 Aug 2025
💰 $304,000/yr($226,000/yr$304,000/yr)

About the role

Meta is seeking an experienced and adaptable attorney to join the Legal Department's Corporate team and advise the company on a range of corporate transactions and initiatives. This team moves fast and successful candidates must demonstrate experience operating independently in an evolving environment. Candidates should excel at developing relationships with various teams across the company, including Corporate Development, Integration, Finance, Human Resources and other cross-functional teams. This is a full-time position.Associate General Counsel, Corporate M&A Responsibilities
  • Lead domestic and international M&A transactions, joint ventures, strategic investments and other complex corporate transaction matters and initiatives
  • Draft, negotiate and review transaction documentation, provide advice on deal structuring and strategy, and conduct and support due diligence
  • Provide strategic advice to the business and Corporate Development on a broad range of transactional matters
  • Partner collaboratively with Corporate Development, Integration and other cross-functional teams, and manage cross-functional legal experts, to execute transactions and integrate targets
  • Coordinate and manage domestic and international outside counsel
  • Support and manage internal corporate initiatives and policies
Minimum Qualifications
  • J.D. degree or foreign equivalent
  • Active membership in at least one US state bar and eligibility to obtain registered in-house counsel status
  • 8+ years of legal experience as a practicing attorney, including at a law firm and/or in-house or government experience
  • Demonstrate business judgment and client counseling skills
  • Effective communication skills
  • Corporate legal experience on M&A transactions and strategic investments
Preferred Qualifications
  • 12+ years of legal experience as a practicing attorney, including at a law firm and/or in-house or government experience
  • Transactional experience with an emphasis on M&A, investments, joint ventures, complex strategic initiatives and other corporate transactions
  • In-house experience
  • Cross-border and international experience
  • Organizational experience and strategic thinking, and experience advancing projects in a multi-stakeholder environment
  • Knowledge in a broad range of legal subjects impacting corporate transactions (e.g., tax, intellectual property, privacy and employment)
For those who live in or expect to work from California if hired for this position, please click here for additional information. About Meta Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.
US$226,000/year to US$304,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.

Equal Employment Opportunity Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. You may view our Equal Employment Opportunity notice here. Meta is committed to providing

Apply for this role

Generate a tailored application kit with a matched cover letter, interview prep, and CV highlights — in under 60 seconds.

Apply Now →Generate Application Kit

Free account required — sign up in 30s

Company

Meta

View company profile →