About the role
M&A / Private Equity Associate (4th–5th Year Associate) Take the Next Step in a High-Impact Corporate Transactions Practice An established and growing corporate practice is seeking a talented Mergers & Acquisitions Associate to join its dynamic team. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to work on sophisticated transactions while developing strong client relationships and gaining exposure to a broad range of strategic corporate matters.
The successful candidate will advise clients on mergers and acquisitions, private equity investments, and general corporate transactions. Working alongside experienced dealmakers, you will play a key role in managing complex transactions from inception through closing while providing practical, business-focused legal advice.
This position offers a collaborative environment where associates are given meaningful responsibility, direct client interaction, and significant opportunities for professional growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise clients on mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and strategic corporate transactions.
- Represent private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, and corporate clients in a variety of transactional matters.
- Draft, review, and negotiate purchase agreements, investment documents, governance materials, and related transaction documents.
- Conduct and manage due diligence processes.
- Coordinate transaction teams and support deal execution through closing.
- Provide guidance on general corporate governance and business matters.
Qualifications
- JD required.
- Previous experience working in a law firm is required.
- 4–5 years of experience in mergers and acquisitions, private equity, and general corporate law.
- Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Outstanding academic credentials.
- Experience gained at an Am Law 100 firm or a comparable sophisticated corporate practice is highly desirable.
- Ability to thrive in a team-oriented and collaborative environment.
- Strong attention to detail and sound commercial judgment.
Why Consider This Opportunity? This role offers the chance to work on sophisticated and high-profile transactions within a supportive and entrepreneurial practice. Associates benefit from meaningful client exposure, hands-on deal experience, mentorship from accomplished attorneys, and a clear pathway for advancement. The team values collaboration, professional development, and providing attorneys with the resources needed to build a successful long-term career.
To be considered, please contact Freddie at freddie@tposearch.com with your resume, cover letter, and law school transcript, deal sheet/representative matters.
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Advert Code: MLFS 235
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