Our client is seeking mid-level corporate associates for a New York practice working across strategic M&A and private equity transactions. Associates will engage with a broad deal mix and are expected to bring strong drafting and negotiation skills, a collaborative approach, and an interest in meaningful responsibility and client interaction.
The Work
- Support public and private mergers and acquisitions for strategic participants, working on transactions from the initial deal process through documentation and completion.
- Contribute to spin-offs, divestitures, and joint ventures, advising on corporate transactions involving a range of industries.
- Work on private equity buyouts and take-private transactions, supporting financial sponsors through significant deal processes.
- Assist with co-investments and portfolio company acquisitions and dispositions, building exposure to transactions at different stages of the investment lifecycle.
- Collaborate with colleagues and engage with clients while taking on substantial responsibility for transaction work, drafting, and negotiation.
What You Bring
- Three to six years of large law firm experience working on mergers and acquisitions and/or private equity transactions.
- Experience with strategic-side M&A, sponsor-side private equity transactions, or both; experience across both areas is particularly valued.
- Excellent drafting skills and the ability to prepare and negotiate transaction documents.
- Strong negotiation skills and the judgment to contribute effectively on complex corporate transactions.
- Superior academic background.
- A collaborative mindset and interest in significant responsibility and client interaction.
Why Consider It
This platform offers exposure to a wide range of strategic and sponsor-side transactions within a global corporate practice co-led from New York.
Over the last five years, the firm has advised clients on more than 3,000 transactions collectively valued at $1.5 trillion, offering associates a substantial deal environment and meaningful responsibility.
Compensation & Benefits
The stated salary range is $260,000–$495,000, with actual compensation based on qualifications and relevant experience.
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.