Associate Legal Counsel

Las Vegas, Nevada

The SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts International

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and entertainment? Are you enthusiastic about being a team player in one of the most fascinating industries in the world? At MGM Resorts, we seek individuals like YOU to create unique and show-stopping experiences for our guests.

THE JOB:
 

It is the primary responsibility of the Associate Legal Counsel to perform, at the direction of a designated Legal Counsel and other senior department attorneys (as applicable), professional legal work related to assigned matters for MGM Resorts International and subsidiary organizations.

THE DAY-TO-DAY:

• Supports M&A activity, including drafting and negotiating confidentiality agreements, coordinating due diligence efforts, and assisting in drafting and negotiating purchase and sale agreements and joint venture agreements

• Drafts, negotiates and reviews a variety of domestic and international agreements relating to the Company’s development efforts, including consulting agreements, technical services agreements and management agreements

• Assist on securities filings and provides support on corporate governance matters, including with respect to the annual meeting of stockholders.

• Provide sound, well‐reasoned legal advice to the Company’s various groups

• Develops and maintains strong business relationships among the various internal business groups requiring legal support

• Demonstrate leadership and team‐working skills in support of a collaborative environment

• Supervise paralegals and staff on work assignments

• Exercises discretion and independent judgment commensurate with specialized legal skills and experience

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Hold a Juris Doctor

• 5+ Years of Prior Relevant Experience

  M&A/Corporate experience from a top law firm - Preferred

• International transactions and business experience - Preferred

• Experience in supervising and coordinating outside counsel and other advisors both nationally and internationally - Preferred

• Experience with public corporations and corporate governance - Preferred

• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally - Preferred

• Previous experience working in a resort setting - Preferred

THE PERKS & BENEFITS:

• Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally

• Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts as well as discounts with company partners on things like travel, electronics, online shopping, and more

• Free parking on and off shift

• Health & Income Protection benefits (for eligible employees)

• Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities as well as volunteer opportunities in the community

VIEW JOB DESCRIPTION:

https://mgmresorts.marketpayjobs.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=2&jobcode=11911

Are you ready to JOIN THE SHOW? Apply today!