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As a Legal Counsel - Corporate and M&A at Anduril Industries, your primary responsibilities include providing legal guidance on M&A and financing matters, conducting due diligence on potential acquisitions, assisting with the structuring of transactions, and drafting various agreements such as purchase and confidentiality agreements. You’ll also oversee the organization of legal documents related to these transactions.

To be considered for the Legal Counsel - Corporate and M&A position at Anduril Industries, you must have a JD from a top-tier law school and at least 4 years of experience practicing law in M&A at a large national firm. Attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to provide risk analyses are essential qualities for this role.

In the Legal Counsel - Corporate and M&A role at Anduril Industries, you will be part of a dynamic legal team that collaborates closely with the Corporate Development and Finance departments. This position requires working alongside both internal stakeholders and external legal advisors to drive the company's M&A initiatives effectively.

Anduril Industries is committed to the professional development of its Legal Counsel - Corporate and M&A staff by offering a professional development stipend, providing free mental health resources, and fostering a culture of continuous growth. This supportive environment encourages team members to expand their skills and knowledge in the fast-paced field of defense technology.

Legal Counsel - Corporate and M&A at Anduril Industries may face unique challenges including the need to navigate complex regulatory environments and rapidly evolving military technology landscapes. Additionally, dealing with tight deadlines for closing transactions while ensuring full compliance and risk mitigation can be particularly demanding.

In preparing for this question, it's beneficial to highlight specific M&A transactions you’ve worked on, detailing your role in due diligence, negotiation, and closing. Discuss the challenges faced and how you navigated them, emphasizing your results-driven approach.

When answering this question, showcase your organization skills and time management strategies. Explain how you assess project urgency and importance, and share specific techniques you use to stay focused, such as creating timelines or breaking projects into manageable tasks.

In your response, discuss critical areas you focus on during due diligence, such as financial health, regulatory compliance, and contractual obligations. Highlight your analytical skills and methodical approach to identify potential risks and issues.

Describe your approach to conflict resolution, emphasizing communication and collaboration. Talk about times you’ve facilitated discussions to reach a mutual understanding, and provide examples of successful negotiation outcomes.

Share your methods for keeping abreast of changes in corporate law, such as attending industry conferences, subscribing to relevant legal publications, and participating in professional organizations. This highlights your commitment to continuous learning.

Utilize the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to share a specific story where you identified a legal risk, what steps you took to mitigate it, and the positive outcome of those actions.

Discuss the increasing impact of technology on efficiency, accuracy in documentation, and due diligence. Share your views on AI's role in streamlining processes and how you’re prepared to adapt to changes in the industry.

You can respond by detailing your methods for staying informed about regulations while discussing systematic approaches, such as maintaining an updated compliance checklist and engaging in regular training programs.

Discuss your thought process in structuring transactions, including understanding stakeholder needs, potential legal pitfalls, and the strategic implications for the company, demonstrating your holistic view.

Express your enthusiasm for the unique mission of Anduril Industries and how your background aligns with their goals. Share specific elements of their corporate culture or technology focus that resonate with you personally.