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Counsel
Job Location:
Job Location:
Birmingham, MI - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 150 - 160
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
24 January 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
16 September 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
The work we do has an impact on millions of lives and you can be a part of it.
Wehelp protect our customers against lifes ofwhere you work within thecompany youll behelping provide protection and peace of mind when our customers need it most.
Protective Life Corporation is seeking a high-performing attorney with 3 to 5 years of experience to serve as Counsel supporting legal work related to Mergers & Acquisitions Corporate Finance and other general corporate matters.
Responsibilities:
Supporting Acquisitions and Corporate development Corporate Finance and Treasury.
Supporting the negotiation structuring and execution of complex corporate transactions including acquisitions reinsurance transactions and corporate finance transactions
Draft review and negotiate relevant transaction documentation including purchase agreements merger agreements disclosure schedules finance agreements debt instruments offering documents disclosure documents and other related transaction documents
Lead and support legal due diligence including coordination of business and functional experts and provide analysis and assessments of due diligence findings
Become a valued and trusted strategic partner of Protectives business owners and cross-functional working teams in connection with corporate transactions and initiatives
Identify evaluate and address complex and strategic issues of legal and commercial risk
Work with and manage outside counsel supporting transactions and strategic initiatives
Assist in the coordination negotiation review and procurement of representations and warranties insurance policies where applicable in support of acquisitions.
Drive continuous improvement on all aspects of Protectives M&A and corporate finance transaction processes
Qualifications:
3 to 5 years of experience as a corporate transactional lawyer with M&A experience in a law firm and/or in-house corporate setting within a large organization
Experience working on corporate transactions particularly mergers and acquisitions and corporate finance transactions
Proficiency in structuring and drafting a wide variety of transaction documents
Currently admitted to a state bar and in good standing
Protectives targeted salary range for this position is $125000 to $160000. Actual salary may vary depending on factors including but not limited to job location skills and experience. The range listed is just one component of Protectives total compensation package for employees.
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$120000 - $160000 a year
Protectives targeted compensation for this position is $150k-$160k. Actual salaries may vary depending on factors including but not limited to job location skills and experience. The range listed is just one component of Protectives total compensation package for employees. This position also offers additional incentive opportunities through an annual incentive based on individual and Company performance.
Employee Benefits:
We aim to protect the wellbeing of our employees and their families with a broad benefits addition to offering comprehensive health dental and vision insurance we support emotional wellbeing through mental health benefits and an employee assistance balance is important and Protective offers a variety of paid time away benefits (e.g. paid time off paid parental leave short-term disability and a cultural observance day).The financial health of our employees is just as important as physical and emotional health. Some of the financial wellbeing benefits include contributions to healthcare accounts a pension plan and a 401(k) plan with Company matching. All employees are encouraged to protect their overall wellbeing by engaging in ProHealth Rewards Protectives platform to improve wellbeing while earning cash rewards.
Eligibility for certain benefits may vary by position in accordance with the terms of the Companys benefit plans.
Accommodations for Applicants with a Disability:
If you require an accommodation to complete the application and recruitment process due to a disability please emailemailprotected. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application and recruitment process.
Please note that the above email is solely for individuals with disabilities requesting an accommodation. General employment questions should not be sent through this process.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to being inclusive and attracting retaining and growing an inclusive workforce.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
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About Company
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