Corporate M&A Private Equity Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Corporate M&A Private Equity Associate with 3 to 6 years of transactional experience in an Am Law firm. Candidates must demonstrate strong writing and analytical skills and have experience in an Am Law 100 firm.

Duties

• Handle M&A and private equity transactions.
• Draft and review complex legal documents.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Advise clients on legal and business matters.

Requirements

• 3 to 6 years of relevant experience.
• Am Law 100 firm experience preferred.
• Bar admission or eligibility in the jurisdiction of the resident office.

Education

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Excellent writing and analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Proficiency in legal research and drafting.

Benefits

• Annual discretionary bonus.
• Paid time off.
• Professional and client development allowance.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• 401k Profit Sharing Plan (employee-only contribution plan).
• Pre-tax commuter benefit for parking and transit expenses.

This AmLaw firm is well-known for their banking sector, representing all 10 U.S. bank holding companies. Specializing in its Latin America practice, this firm prioritizes and provides diversity and inclusion amongst its associates. This firm has also obtained numerous accolades including a perfect score through the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index for Best Place to Work for LGBT Equality two years in a row, Top 25 For Female Partners by The American Lawyer, and Top 60 Firms For Diversity by The American Lawyer's Diversity Scoreboard.