Our client is seeking a New York City lawyer with 3–7 years of experience to advise private equity firms and strategic buyers and sellers on M&A matters. This is an opportunity to take meaningful responsibility for complex transactions, work directly with clients, and contribute to a growing practice.
The Work
- Advise private equity firms and strategic buyers and sellers on mergers and acquisitions, supporting clients through complex, high-profile transactions.
- Help manage transactions from inception through closing, taking on responsibility appropriate to your experience and exercising sound business and professional judgment.
- Conduct legal research and analysis that informs transaction preparation, client advice, and deal strategy.
- Draft and review transaction documents, memoranda, contracts, and correspondence with close attention to accuracy and detail.
- Participate in client calls, meetings, and negotiations; provide updates, address concerns, and cultivate effective client relationships.
- Collaborate with lawyers and business professionals to develop transaction strategies and support favorable outcomes.
What You Bring
- Three to seven years of experience, with at least three years of private equity experience.
- Substantial experience focused on private equity and M&A matters, ideally representing a majority of your practice.
- Experience running or taking a significant role in high-profile M&A or private equity transactions.
- Experience at a leading corporate law firm; directly applicable experience at an AmLaw 100 firm is preferred.
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
- Admission to practice law in New York.
- Excellent written, oral, analytical, and interpersonal skills, with strong attention to detail and sound professional judgment.
- Ability to organize and manage competing demands, work collaboratively and independently, and communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
Why Consider It
Take on substantive responsibility in a practice advising private equity firms and strategic buyers and sellers on high-profile M&A matters, with client interaction and transaction ownership calibrated to your experience.
The role also offers access to ongoing development opportunities in legal practice, technology, management, and leadership.
The work arrangement includes regular in-office presence with some work-from-home flexibility.
Compensation & Benefits
The stated hiring range is $235,000–$390,000, depending on qualifications and other factors; benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance and a 401(k).
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.