We have an exciting Senior Paralegal Mergers and Acquisitions opportunity located at our Global Headquarters in Clayton, MO. The individual for this role will work closely with VP – M&A (law department) as well as Corporate Development to provide support on various legal issues while serving as liaison between internal and external resources. We look forward to seeing your application!

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Provide assistance to Emerson’s in-house attorney(s) to ensure the company’s legal strategies are performed in an efficient and effective manner independently as assigned, including:  Assisting in various aspects of M&A transactions including: due diligence, documentation management, deal communications, government filings, etc. Obtains and distributes legal correspondence, including communication with outside counsel and drafting of basic legal documentation; Collaborate with members of the Legal team and other Emerson stakeholders to make sure the team is in compliance with administrative requirements; Researches information independently as assigned on existing agreements and contractual programs; Assists with analysis and compiling data for reports or advice; May coach team members in managing and developing them; Maintains files, relevant databases, implements and improves general work processes to increase the efficiency and productivity of the M&A Law Team and Corporate Development; Organizes meetings and outreach events with outside counsel and other key contacts and other tasks as assigned. Identifies and advances strategic improvement opportunities and other tasks as assigned. Who You Are:

You acquire data from multiple and diverse sources when solving problems. You learn quickly when facing new situations. You are effective in a variety of communication settings; one to one, small and large groups or among diverse styles and position levels. You apply knowledge of internal structures, processes, and culture to resourcing efforts.  You readily learn and adopts new technology. 

For This Role, You Will Need: 5+ years of relevant work experience in M&A Associate’s degree or equivalent Paralegal certificate or equivalent Advanced MS Office skills Excellent oral and written English  Strong organizational skills, reliable and strong attention to detail Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future. Our Offer To You:

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and know that to do your best you must have flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs.  We provide, a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave. ​

At Emerson, we are committed to encouraging a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their outstanding experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that encourages innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers. ​

This philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place.  Learn more about our Culture & Values and about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emerson.

Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to-end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training​.
 

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