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Director - Associate General Counsel - Corporate & Strategic Transactions
Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, 15289, USA
Listed on 2026-10-08
Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, 15289, USA
Listing for:
American Eagle Outfitters
Remote/Work from Home
position Listed on 2026-10-08
Job specializations:
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Law/Legal
Commercial & Corporate Law, Legal Counsel
Job Description & How to Apply Below
- Associate General Counsel
- Corporate & Strategic Transactions Get to Know the Role:
A high-performing, execution-oriented attorney responsible for taking ownership of significant corporate legal responsibilities and providing high-quality, practical support for many of the company's core activities. This role focuses on supporting the finance organization and corporate legal team on day-to-day operational matters—including contract drafting, subsidiary management, and process development—while driving critical initiatives across SEC reporting and disclosure, M&A work, capital markets activities, financing matters, and strategic partnerships.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a strong, business-oriented attorney to operate close to the business, build deep expertise in public company operations, and lead high-functioning, cross-functional teams on pivotal corporate milestones.
What You’ll Do:
Support Finance & Corporate Operations Partner with the finance team on day-to-day legal needs, operational initiatives, and process improvement efforts.
Serve as the go-to legal resource for practical, timely guidance and execution of recurring work.
Draft and negotiate sell-off and liquidation agreements, intercompany agreements, and routine commercial and corporate contracts for the finance team.
Lead Subsidiary Management & Corporate Maintenance Oversee entity formation and dissolution, subsidiary governance and recordkeeping, and annual filings and compliance.
Elevate partnership with external service providers while maintaining internal ownership.
Lead Legal’s Role in SEC Reporting & Public Company Compliance Assist in preparation and review of quarterly, annual, and special public filings and all related public disclosures.
Ensure disclosures are accurate, clear, and aligned with business strategy and consistent across filings, earnings materials, and investor communications.
Partner with finance and investor relations to pressure-test messaging and anticipate investor and analyst scrutiny.
Support on Governance & Board Matters Support the Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary in board and committee materials, governance policies and practices, and director onboarding and education.
Support Strategic Transactions, Capital Markets & Finance Serve as internal legal lead on M&A transactions, strategic partnerships, investments, and joint ventures.
Advise on debt and equity transactions,credit agreements, and financing arrangements.
Partner with finance team to structure transactions and evaluate risk and disclosure implications.
Manage outside counsel efficiently while maintaining internal ownership of key legal decisions and translate legal complexity into business clarity.
What You Bring:
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing.
5–8 years of law experience (top-tier law firm and/or public company in-house preferred).Strong background in SEC reporting, public company governance, and M&A/strategic transactions.
Proven ability to partner with corporate finance and translate complex legal risks into business solutions.
Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and process-building skills with high attention to detail.
High-ownership, low-ego collaborator comfortable handling both routine operations and complex deals.
Perks:
Why You’ll Love it Here Generous Associate Discount:
Treat yourself to the best our brands offer!
Summer Fridays (For Pittsburgh, NYC and Remote Corporate Associates):
More time for the sun and the weekend between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
Casual Dress Code:
Come as you are (and stay comfy).Hybrid
Schedule:
Enjoy a blend of home-office focus and in-office Connection:
While we love our digital tools, we love our people even more!…
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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