Job Description
Associate – M&A – New York
About the Firm:
We are representing a prestigious mid-sized regional law firm headquartered in New York. The firm is well-regarded for its dynamic transactional practice and commitment to mentoring associates. Associates gain hands-on experience across public and private M&A, joint ventures, capital markets engagements, and other high-profile corporate matters.
About the Role:
This is a hybrid role (three days per week in the Manhattan office). The firm is looking for a midlevel Associate with 3–7 years of M&A corporate and securities experience to support Partners in public and private company transactions, manage due diligence, and draft transaction documents with minimal supervision.
What You’ll Do:
- Focus primarily on public and private M&A transactions, including drafting agreements and conducting due diligence
- Coordinate signing, closing, and all related transaction processes
- Liaise with specialty counsel, co-counsel, and clients to ensure smooth transaction execution
- Draft a broad range of transactional documents, including merger, stock purchase, joint venture, and investment agreements
- Support on capital markets engagements and other transactional matters as required
- Supervise and mentor junior associates on transaction tasks and due diligence processes
- Assist with other ad hoc projects and assignments as needed
What We’re Looking For:
- JD from an accredited law school and active New York Bar admission
- 3–7 years of corporate and securities transactional experience at a law firm
- Experience with public and private company M&A; capital markets exposure is a plus
- Strong drafting skills and transactional process management expertise
- Ability to manage multiple deals and work effectively under tight deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to work collaboratively with attorneys and clients in a team-oriented environment
What’s in It for You?
- Base salary: $210,000 – $340,000
- Various bonus programs and a robust, comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and more)
- Exposure to sophisticated transactions with substantial client contact
- Mentoring, career growth opportunities, and a collaborative firm culture
- Hybrid work schedule with three days in-office
If you’re a corporate transactional attorney looking to grow your practice with a top-tier firm, let’s connect!
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