Senior Corporate and Private Equity Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Corporate and Private Equity Associate in New York. The role involves supporting a dynamic Corporate and Private Equity practice, focusing on various private equity transactions and fund formations. The successful candidate will join a team of over 90 attorneys dedicated to providing comprehensive legal solutions.

Duties

• Lead and manage private equity transactions.
• Advise clients on leveraged buy-outs and minority investments.
• Collaborate with emerging managers and general partners.
• Engage in the formation of private equity and venture capital funds.

Requirements

• 5-7 years of experience in acquisitions for private equity funds.
• Demonstrated ability to lead transactions independently.
• Must be barred in New York.
• Strong academic record and excellent communication skills.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to the New York State Bar.

Skills

• Proficient in legal research and writing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for merit bonuses and billable hours credit for pro bono work.

This small New York office has international offices in Europe, Russia, and beyond. Attorneys work in a small firm atmosphere and are rewarded with extremely competitive salaries and hefty bonuses. Specific areas of law practiced in the New York office include mergers and acquisitions, and finance and joint ventures. They have a dynamic client roster ranging from mainstream corporate to the entertainment field. They serve public, private, government and nonprofit clients from such industries as automotive, banking and financial services, chemicals, energy resources, food processing, general manufacturing, government, health care, insurance, real estate, retailing, sports and entertainment, technology and telecom, and transportation.