Corporate M&A Mid-Level Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a skilled Corporate M&A Mid-Level Associate with two to five years of experience in mergers and acquisitions to join their team in New York. The ideal candidate will have significant experience handling both private and public company M&A transactions and managing high-level responsibilities.

Duties

• Handle private and public company M&A transactions.
• Manage deals with autonomy and high-level responsibilities.
• Participate in takeover defense matters, including shareholder activism.
• Engage in business development activities.

Requirements

• Two to five years of experience in mergers and acquisitions.
• Experience in U.S. law firms is required.
• Admitted to and in good standing with the New York State Bar.
• Outstanding academic credentials.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the New York State Bar.

Skills

• Strong understanding of corporate law and market terms.
• Effective deal management skills.
• Business development-oriented mindset.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, growing practice.
• Engagement with a broad range of industries.

Lauded as an excellent firm for which to work, this firm has been cited as a top firm for minority and diversity hiring. In the same vein, the firm is praised for its open culture and the wonderful individuals who make it up. Throughout its history, the firm has featured excellent real estate, business, litigation, tax, and employment practices, with the latter being an especially strong suit. With its origins in Los Angeles, the firm has offices across the world and industry-leading clients from over 80 countries, but has not lost its open and friendly culture.