Corporate Transaction Associate

Job Overview:
A prominent international law firm is seeking a talented Corporate Transactions Associate with 4–6 years of experience to join its New York office. This role involves working within a corporate transactional group embedded in the tax department and offers exposure to a wide array of complex business deals. The ideal candidate will bring broad-based transactional experience, including private equity M&A, financings, joint ventures, and strategic alliances, along with strong academic credentials and prior law firm experience.

Location:

• New York, NY

Duties:

• Advise clients on complex corporate transactions including mergers, acquisitions, and financings

• Structure and draft agreements related to private equity deals, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships

• Support investment fund restructuring and other cross-border and domestic business transactions

• Collaborate closely with attorneys in the tax department and other cross-functional teams

• Conduct due diligence and risk assessments for ongoing and potential transactions

• Participate in negotiations and assist with closing transactions

Requirements:

• 4–6 years of corporate transactional experience at a reputable law firm

• Strong interest in working across multiple transactional areas

• Experience in private equity, finance, joint ventures, and/or fund restructurings

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple deals simultaneously

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from a top U.S. or Canadian law school

Certifications:

• Admission to the New York State Bar (or ability to waive in)

Skills:

• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with clients and colleagues

• High attention to detail and ability to manage complex deal flow

• Effective time management and organizational abilities

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage

• Retirement savings plan and firm contributions

• Paid time off and firm holidays

• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

• Opportunity to work on high-profile, cross-border transactions in a collegial and high-performing team environment

This AmLaw firm provides it's associates with excellent partners, high quality work, a transparent pay policy, and numerous pro bono opportunities. Attorneys get substantive experience early-on in their careers. Theres no billing requirement at this firm, and the work does not overwhelm the associates here. Vacations are very doable, and associates report they arent bothered during those precious days. The firm has a very collegial atmosphere. According to the associates, firm social life is available, but not expected.