Mergers and Acquisitions Counsel
Mergers and Acquisitions Counsel at Valvoline Inc. — Remote
- Company: Valvoline Inc.
- Location: Remote
- Employment type: FULL_TIME
- Salary: USD 920–240000 / year
- Posted: 2026-06-17
About this role
It All Starts with Our People
As the leader in automotive preventive maintenance, Valvoline has a proven track record of growth. We continue to invest in our people, processes, and technology to strengthen our ability to efficiently deliver Quick, Easy, Trusted service across all our stores – every day. We're not just in the car business; we're in the people business. And we're looking for humble, hungry, and smart people to help us shape the future of mobility. If you're hungry to drive change and seek a dynamic, collaborative environment that fuels both personal and professional growth, you've found your place with us.
Our highest priority is creating a welcoming workplace with team members from a wide variety of diverse backgrounds and experiences.
The Opportunity
This position will report to Senior Counsel, Mergers & Acquisitions and will work closely with Valvoline’s Acquisitions team, including the other attorneys and professionals focused on the company’s strategic transactions. As Acquisitions Counsel, you will assist with acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures and other transactions, and engage collaboratively to enable the business as a subject matter expert providing advice and legal counsel.
In addition to the substantive parameters listed below, the ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented, collaborative team player with strong initiative, a keen business sense, a driven work ethic, and a high personal standard of accountability. This position is remote but would require travel to Lexington, KY on a monthly or bimonthly basis.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Working with third parties to negotiate the terms of acquisitions
Drafting and reviewing letters of intent, confidentiality agreements, asset purchase agreements, disclosure schedules, and related agreements
Conducting due diligence
Coordinating transaction closings
Assess and advise on risk and alignment with the company’s long-term business objectives
Facilitating processes and procedures to optimize productivity and keep the team organized
Supporting the integration of acquired businesses
Collaborating with subject matter experts and other departments
Monitor legal developments and emerging risks in M&A and antitrust law to proactively advise internal stakeholders
Assist with other special projects as necessary
What You’ll Need
US state bar active member in good standing
Law degree from an accredited university
Minimum 3 years of experience practicing law, with at least 3 years in a national or regional law firm
Demonstrated expertise in the M&A process from transaction structuring to post-closing issues
Familiarity with commercial leases and commercial/corporate law
Excellent drafting, negotiation, analytical and communication skills
Ability to thrive in a high energy, fast-paced environment
Proactive and resourceful in seeking out and finding accurate and relevant information
Organized and detail-oriented while juggling competing priorities
Solution-oriented mentality and the ability to make risk-based judgements
Team player
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
We Take Care of the WHOLE You
Health insurance plans (medical, dental, vision)
HSA and flexible spending accounts
401(k)
Incentive opportunity*
Life insurance
Short and long-term disability insurance
Paid vacation and holidays*
Employee Assistance Program
Valvoline Instant Oil Change discounts
Tuition reimbursement*
Adoption assistance* __
*Terms and conditions apply, and benefits may differ depending on position.