M&A/Private Equity Associate (Junior-to-Mid-Level)

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Junior to Mid-Level Associate to join the Global Corporate Group in New York. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience in representing private equity funds, institutional investors, and alternative asset managers in various transactions, including leveraged buy-outs and strategic joint ventures.

Duties

• Draft and negotiate complex M&A and private equity transaction documents.
• Participate as a key member of deal teams, managing due diligence through closing.
• Produce acquisition and equity documents in a client-ready format.
• Handle general corporate portfolio company matters.

Requirements

• 2-3 years of relevant experience in M&A and private equity transactions.
• Active member of the New York state bar.
• Experience with middle market transactions preferred.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to the New York State Bar.

Skills

• Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple aspects of transactions independently.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid family leave and sick time
• Tuition assistance
• Generous vacation time
• Pet insurance
• Back-up child care
• College savings plan
• Transportation benefit
• Life and disability insurance
• Access to Lyra Health EAP

Commitment, value, excellence, and professional development draw associates to this AmLaw100 firm. This firm has been ranked regionally and nationwide for its vast array of varied practice groups, particularly its corporate practice. Associates are drawn to the collaborative effort at this firm, describing their colleagues as ?patient and willing to teach.? Additionally, the efforts the firm makes to develop careers is appealing to attorneys at this firm. The firm puts emphasis on its diversity, as well as its pro bono requirement hours. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.