Mergers & Acquisitions Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking a highly driven Associate Attorney to join its dynamic business transactions team, focusing on mergers and acquisitions across both private and public sectors. This opportunity is ideal for a legal professional who thrives in a fast-moving, multi-project environment and is eager to refine expertise in corporate deal-making. The role requires a professional to manage and coordinate complex legal processes while maintaining meticulous attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage in the full lifecycle of corporate transactions, including mergers, stock and asset purchases, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships.

• Draft and refine transaction documentation proficiently, including letters of intent, purchase agreements, and ancillary documents.

• Lead and oversee due diligence efforts by collaborating with internal colleagues and external counsel to ensure thorough analysis and risk assessment.

• Organize and maintain detailed transaction checklists, timelines, and critical deliverables for multiple concurrent deals.

• Supervise and mentor junior associates and legal staff, fostering professional development and ensuring quality work product.

• Communicate confidently and effectively with clients under minimal supervision, delivering clear legal advice and transaction updates.

• Exhibit a proactive attitude and strong organizational acumen in managing simultaneous, multifaceted legal assignments.

• Apply working knowledge of federal securities regulations and display willingness to expand knowledge in capital markets and public company transactions when needed.

• Occasionally support corporate matters outside of M&A, including initial public offerings, capital formation efforts, and corporate governance projects.

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

• Active membership in good standing with the New York State Bar.

• Between three and seven years of hands-on legal experience in M&A and general corporate law at a law firm or in-house legal department.

• Strong background in drafting and negotiating transaction documents, overseeing due diligence processes, and coordinating deal closings.

• Familiarity with basic securities law principles and prior exposure to public company transactions.

• Proven ability to manage complex projects independently and work comfortably in a fast-paced setting with competing priorities.

• Demonstrated leadership skills with a commitment to mentoring and coaching less experienced attorneys.

• Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities.

• High level of professionalism, integrity, and work ethic.

Preferred Competencies

• Prior experience with private placements, minority/majority investments, and cross-border transactions is advantageous.

• Comfort working collaboratively across practice areas and with outside co-counsel.

• Enthusiastic approach to learning and taking on additional responsibilities as part of career development.

This position offers the opportunity to work with a highly regarded team of legal professionals on high-stakes corporate deals. The firm fosters an environment of mentorship and professional growth while offering a balanced, supportive workplace culture in the heart of New York City.

This firm's New York City office represents clients in business and litigation matters including corporate and securities, real estate, litigation, broker dealer regulation, labor and employment, employee benefits, executive compensation, intellectual property, tax, estate planning, corporate restructuring, and bankruptcy.