Senior Associate, Corporate Mergers and Acquisitions

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Associate for its Corporate Mergers and Acquisitions practice in New York, USA. The ideal candidate will support and lead complex corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures, while engaging directly with clients and opposing parties.

Duties

• Represent clients in corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents.
• Manage due diligence and logistical preparation for signing/closing.
• Communicate with relevant parties on transaction issues.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admitted and in good standing with the New York, Texas, or California bar.
• Previous corporate M&A experience at a firm or in-house.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience negotiating deal points with opposing counsel.
• Experience reviewing purchase agreements and creating issues lists.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for team collaboration.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Certifications

• Admitted to the New York, Texas, or California bar

Skills

• Strong drafting and negotiation skills
• Analytical and organizational skills
• Interpersonal and communication skills

Benefits

• Discretionary bonus
• Paid leave
• Life, health, accident, and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan

A sizable group of well-established attorneys comprise the New York law office. They represent major U.S. and global corporations as well as financial institutions. Areas of specialization include international finance and business law matters. Attorneys have had close ties with the New York legal market for numerous years. They are involved in seminars, conferences, and other industry events during the year.