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About Ingredion:

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Location: Westchester, IL

Workplace type: Hybrid (3 days a week onsite/2 days remote)

As Corporate Counsel, M&A you will join our diverse and dynamic Global Legal, Business Integrity, and Government Affairs (GLBG) team as a lawyer within our flourishing M&A and Corporate Strategy practice. This role will report to the Vice President and Associate General Counsel, M&A, and will work closely with the M&A and Corporate Strategy groups, as well as with leaders and members of the GLBG organization, the finance and accounting team, and other key corporate functions.

The GLBG is one global team, that works together to create value for the Company by driving outcomes that advance the Company's strategy and protect our people, places, and things. We are continually improving in our quest to build a modern department, with an operating model that leverages technology and supports purposeful collaboration, and prioritizes the engagement, growth and development of our people, to ensure we have the best people, doing the best work.

This high-visibility role requires someone who is looking for both personal and professional growth and can partner effectively with internal stakeholders at all levels to solve problems and use their stellar judgment. Most importantly, the ideal candidate is an organized and innovative thinker who is excited to work on an incredibly broad range of matters and drive significant and strategic business initiatives and is willing to expand into other substantive areas to support business needs.

This role reports to the VP and Associate General Counsel, M&A

What you will do:

• Partner closely with the M&A team, to advance the Company's global growth strategy by leading and executing complex global mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, corporate venturing, divestitures and other complex projects, while guiding multidisciplinary teams through negotiation, due diligence, and post-closing integration to drive sustainable long-term shareholder value
• Play a key role in managing all stages of mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, key investments, and other strategic business opportunities at a corporate level, providing coordinated legal support and strategic guidance throughout the transaction lifecycle
• Lead legal due diligence, drafting and negotiating term sheets and definitive transaction documents, manage closing transactions, and provide legal support post-closing integration activities
• Deliver pragmatic commercially focused and legal advice that enhances business decision-making by embedding legal analysis into strategic planning, business development initiatives, and complex cross-functional projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners (Finance, Tax, HR, Regulatory) and business leadership to identify risks and opportunities, develop solutions, structure transactions and successfully execute acquisitions and investments.
• Support preparation of deal-related materials for the Corporate M&A Steering Committee, and Board and Board Committees, and participate in such meetings as appropriate to advise on legal and risk considerations.
• In partnership with GLBG colleagues, manage integration and expansion efforts into international markets, including identifying and addressing country specific legal and regulatory risks related to foreign ownership and control, corporate governance, SOX compliance, entity management, tax, and human resources.
• Manage complex and sensitive projects and legal matters end-to-end working with and influencing cross-functional teams to achieve timely and successful outcomes.
• Effectively manage external counsel, ensuring high-quality legal support while maintaining budget discipline and cost efficiency across all matters.

What you will bring:

• JD degree and at least one US state bar admission in good standing.
• Preferably 4 to 6 plus years of work experience in general corporate matters at a law firm, including a demonstrable history of at least second chair management of mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance transactions, and public company securities work.
• Subject matter experience in the area of international mergers and acquisitions and working knowledge of corporate finance in both the capital and credit markets, securities laws, and corporate governance.
• Experience with acquisition antitrust approval process.
• Strategic thinking capability with the ability to influence the development and execution of global business strategy and to set and execute legal strategy aligned with business objectives for each transaction.
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to work collaboratively and effectively with internal and external stakeholders to build consensus and drive strategic project execution.

Who you are:

• You have excellent organizational and planning skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• You demonstrate strong business and financial acumen, along with a clear learning mindset.
• You have excellent written and verbal communication skills and can communicate effectively in multicultural and international settings.
• You exercise good judgment and high integrity, with a demonstrated appreciation for general business values and ethics.

Why Join Ingredion?

Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:

• Total Rewards Package- Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success
• Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support- Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being
• Career Growth- Learning, training, and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Program- A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally
• Employee Discount Program- Provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability-mental or physical-marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law ("protected classifications"). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.

Ingredion uses AI-enabled tools to support parts of the recruitment process, including resume screening and interview scheduling. These tools help match candidate skills to job requirements and streamline communication. All AI-assisted decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws. By applying, you acknowledge that AI may be used to support your application journey.

Relocation Available:

No

Pay Range:

$149,400.00-$199,200.00 Annual

This pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

Incentive Compensation:

As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus.

Benefits:

Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with an competitive company match.