Corporate M&A Associate Attorney

An established law firm is seeking a mid-level Corporate M&A Associate Attorney with strong transactional experience. The role involves supporting and managing complex mergers and acquisitions transactions while working closely with senior attorneys and clients.

The ideal candidate will have 3 5 years of experience handling M&A transactions in a sophisticated corporate law environment. Experience advising companies in innovative or high-growth industries is considered valuable.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and manage mergers and acquisitions transactions from initial structuring through closing

• Conduct and coordinate due diligence processes

• Draft and negotiate transaction documents including purchase agreements and ancillary documentation

• Work closely with partners and clients on complex corporate transactions

• Assist clients with strategic acquisitions investments and exit transactions

• Collaborate with internal legal teams and external advisors throughout the transaction lifecycle

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

• Graduation from a highly ranked law school with strong academic credentials

• Minimum 3 years of mergers and acquisitions experience in a corporate law practice

• Prior experience working in a large law firm environment

• Active bar admission in a U.S. jurisdiction or eligibility to obtain admission

• Excellent drafting analytical and negotiation skills

• Strong written and verbal communication abilities

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple workstreams within complex transactions

• Stable employment history with consistent tenure in prior roles

Work Environment

• Collaborative corporate legal practice with opportunities to work on sophisticated transactions

• Exposure to high-value deals and strategic corporate matters

• Mentorship from experienced attorneys and opportunities for professional growth

• Hybrid work flexibility depending on team and project requirements

• Team-oriented environment focused on high-quality client service and professional development

Career Development

• Early exposure to substantive transactional work

• Structured mentorship and professional development support

• Opportunities to work directly with senior attorneys and clients

• Long-term career growth within a highly respected corporate practice