Senior Corporate Counsel – Securities & M&A

Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree.

For additional information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com or follow us on social media.

We’re looking for a Senior Counsel to support our legal team on corporate governance, securities compliance, M&A transactions, and strategic business initiatives. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced, collaborative, and global environment.

This is a hybrid role position requiring 3–4 days per week in the office.

What You’ll Do

Corporate Governance & Securities

• Support the legal department in advising the Board of Directors, board committees, and senior management on corporate governance matters
• Assist with preparation and review of SEC filings and related disclosures, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements, and Section 16 filings
• Support securities law compliance under the Securities Act of 1933, the Exchange Act of 1934, stock exchange rules, and related regulations

Mergers & Acquisitions / Corporate

• Support domestic and cross-border M&A transactions from inception through closing
• Assist with legal due diligence, transaction management, and integration planning
• Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents including NDAs, LOIs, purchase agreements, merger agreements, and ancillary agreements
• Coordinate with outside counsel and internal stakeholders to manage transaction timelines and deliverables
• Support corporate finance and strategic initiatives, including joint ventures and other growth projects

General Legal & Special Projects

• Provide general corporate legal support across the business
• Assist with special projects involving senior management and cross-functional teams
• Support operational excellence initiatives within the legal department

What You'll Bring

Education

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school

Experience

• 3–7 years of experience at a law firm and/or in-house legal department
• Experience with M&A transactions and general corporate matters required

Knowledge

• Exposure to securities law, public company reporting, or corporate governance preferred
• Strong drafting, analytical, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced, global environment
• Strong communication skills and sound business judgment

Licensure & Certifications

• Active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar

Perks!

• Competitive health + wellness benefit plan  
• Continuous professional development with many opportunities for growth!  
• Recharge with PTO, Sick Time and Floating Holidays  
• Competitive Salary and Sales Incentive Plan
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match

Come work with us at Solenis, where you can build a career that makes a difference. 

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We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification.  If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you.

At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include medical, dental, vision & 401K, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.

 

Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer, including Minorities / Women/ Veterans / Disabled.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

 

Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity, please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@solenis.com

The expected compensation range for this position is between $188,130.00 and $275,924.00 plus discretionary bonuses. The exact compensation may vary based on your skills, experience and other factors permitted by law.