Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Associate

Are you a driven, entrepreneurial attorney with a passion for M&A and Private Equity? A top 100 Am Law firm in New York, renowned for its commitment to diversity, inclusion, and extensive pro bono work, is seeking dynamic associates from law school classes of 2017 to 2020 to join our elite M&A and Private Equity teams.

Position Overview:

As an associate, you will advise corporate clients and private equity funds on acquisitions, dispositions, minority investments, other similar transactions, and general corporate matters. This role demands significant experience in managing M&A transactions, a solid grasp of corporate law and market terms, and proficiency in drafting transaction documents and effective deal management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise and represent corporate clients and private equity funds in M&A transactions and other corporate matters.
• Draft and negotiate transaction documents with precision and efficiency.
• Manage and oversee deals from inception to closing with a high degree of autonomy.
• Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships, leveraging a business development-oriented mindset.
• Provide high-level strategic guidance and support to clients, ensuring their business goals are met with innovative legal solutions.

Qualifications:

• JD from a top-tier law school, admitted to practice in New York.
• 4 to 7 years of significant experience in handling M&A transactions.
• Strong understanding of corporate law and market terms.
• Exceptional drafting and deal management skills.
• Proven ability to take on high levels of responsibility and work independently.
• Driven personality with a strong entrepreneurial spirit and business development acumen.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Compensation: Annual salary ranging from $310,000 to $420,000, based on qualifications and other operational considerations.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health care, retirement benefits, paid time off (including sick and vacation days), parental leave, basic life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, and discretionary, performance-based bonuses.
• Diversity & Inclusion: Be part of a firm that values diversity and inclusion and is actively engaged in pro bono work, making a tangible impact in the community.
• Career Growth: This role offers significant direct client contact and the opportunity for entrepreneurial associates to develop client relationships and manage matters with a high degree of independence.

If you are ready to take your career to the next level with a prestigious firm that values excellence, diversity, and community impact, we want to hear from you

To Apply: For a confidential discussion, please contact our Director of Professional Services, Freddie Stroud freddie@thepeopleof.co.uk. #TPOPS