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Execute GP Stakes Deals, Growth Investments, and Venture Exits

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Full time 3+ years
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Position overview

Our client is seeking a Private Equity associate with at least three years of experience to join its Philadelphia practice. The role centers on asset management M&A and offers exposure to a range of corporate and transactional matters.

The Work

  • Support asset management M&A transactions, managing assigned components and coordinating with deal teams and relevant stakeholders through the course of a matter.
  • Contribute to GP stakes transactions, an area of particular interest for this search.
  • Work on mergers and acquisitions and leveraged recapitalizations, taking responsibility for defined transaction components.
  • Assist with growth equity and venture capital transactions, including exits, as part of a broader corporate practice.
  • Handle matters involving equity compensation and related transactional work.
  • Build effective working relationships with internal and external clients and counsel, using clear communication to support matter progress.
  • Contribute both as a collaborative member of transaction teams and through independent management of assigned work.

What You Bring

  • At least three years of relevant legal experience as a Private Equity associate.
  • Demonstrated experience in asset management M&A.
  • Experience with GP stakes transactions is preferred.
  • A broad background in corporate and transactional matters, including mergers and acquisitions.
  • Ability to work collaboratively on teams and independently manage components of transactions.
  • Proactive approach, strong business sense, and excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to manage internal and external client and counsel relationships effectively.

Why Consider It

This opportunity combines a focused asset management M&A practice, including the potential for GP stakes work, with a broader mix of M&A, leveraged recapitalizations, growth equity and venture capital transactions and exits, and equity compensation.

Associates are expected to take ownership of transaction components while working collaboratively and developing business judgment through direct engagement with clients and counsel.

Compensation & Benefits

Estimated base compensation is approximately $260,000 based on the 2026 Cravath base scale; the figure is an estimate, not firm-stated compensation.

Experience with leveraged recapitalizations, growth equity and venture capital transactions and exits, and equity compensation is valued.

Confidentiality

This is a confidential opportunity. Contact Advocates Legal Recruiting to discuss the role and receive additional details about the client and team. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.