Job Openings Private Equity / M&A Associate Attorney

About the job Private Equity / M&A Associate Attorney

Pay: $260,000.00 - $390,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

  • Join a respected law firm handling sophisticated mergers and acquisitions and private equity transactions for prominent business clients.
  • Work on exciting, high-value deals involving business acquisitions, mergers, leveraged buyouts, and corporate investments.
  • Gain meaningful responsibility, direct client exposure, and opportunities to develop your transactional expertise.
  • Collaborate with experienced attorneys who value initiative, teamwork, and professional growth.
  • Enjoy a flexible hybrid schedule, competitive compensation, and discretionary bonus opportunities.

Location

New York, NY — Hybrid. Enjoy the flexibility of remote work combined with in-person collaboration with an accomplished corporate legal team in New York City.

Compensation: $260,000 to $390,000 annually, based on experience, plus discretionary bonus eligibility.

Note

Applicants must be admitted to the New York Bar and have 2+ years of mergers and acquisitions or private equity transactional experience, including work on private company acquisitions, mergers, leveraged buyouts, or other corporate M&A transactions.

About Us

Confidential Employer.

We are an established law firm advising sophisticated businesses, investors, and financial sponsors on complex legal and commercial matters. Our team combines exceptional legal talent with a practical, collaborative approach to delivering outstanding results. We believe in empowering our attorneys with meaningful work, strong professional relationships, and opportunities to build rewarding careers.

Job Description

We're seeking a talented Private Equity / M&A Associate Attorney to join our New York corporate team and play an important role in sophisticated business transactions.

  • Represent businesses, investors, and financial sponsors in mergers, acquisitions, and private equity transactions.
  • Assist with private company acquisitions, leveraged buyouts, corporate investments, and other strategic transactions.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate purchase agreements, merger agreements, and related transaction documents.
  • Conduct legal due diligence, identify transaction risks, and help structure complex deals.
  • Collaborate with partners, clients, and other practice groups to manage transactions from negotiation through closing.
  • Provide practical legal guidance to help clients achieve their business and investment objectives.

Qualifications

  • Active New York Bar admission required.
  • 2+ years of mergers and acquisitions or private equity transactional experience.
  • Experience handling private company acquisitions, mergers, leveraged buyouts, or other corporate M&A transactions.
  • Strong transactional drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with clients and colleagues.
  • Experience representing private equity sponsors or handling sophisticated middle-market transactions is highly valued.

Why You Will Love Working Here

We offer an exciting opportunity to grow your career while working alongside accomplished attorneys on sophisticated, high-impact transactions. You'll gain meaningful responsibility, expand your legal expertise, and build strong relationships with colleagues and clients.

With competitive compensation, hybrid flexibility, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative team that values your contributions, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact.

Ready to take the next step in your private equity and M&A career? We'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

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Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance