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Associate, M&A

New York, New York Permanent $225,000 - $435,000 per year View Job Description
An opportunity for a mid-to-senior level M&A associate to join a leading corporate practice advising on complex mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic transactions. The role offers significant client exposure, hands-on responsibility, and the opportunity to take a leading role in transaction execution.
  • First-class training, development, and career support.
  • Global platform handling high-profile cross-border matters.

About Our Client

This global law firm operates across nearly 50 offices in 29 countries and advises many of the world's leading corporations and financial institutions. Renowned for its M&A capabilities, the firm is involved in complex, high-profile transactions and offers exceptional training, development, and international collaboration opportunities.

Job Description

  • Advise clients on mergers and acquisitions, including structuring, negotiation, and execution of transactions.
  • Draft, review, and revise legal documents related to M&A deals.
  • Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth transaction processes.
  • Conduct due diligence and identify potential legal risks in transactions.
  • Stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry practices impacting M&A activities.
  • Provide counsel on corporate governance and compliance matters related to transactions.
  • Support senior attorneys in complex legal matters and strategic decision-making.

The Successful Applicant

A successful candidate should have:

  • A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
  • Admission to the bar in New York or eligibility to practice law in New York.
  • Experience with mergers and acquisitions, including drafting and negotiating legal documents.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • A commitment to delivering high-quality legal services to clients.

What’s on Offer

  • Salary ranging from $225,000 to $435,000, depending on JD year and other relevant factors.
  • Eligibility to receive discretionary annual bonus.
  • Hybrid working arrangement.
  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Exposure to complex, high-profile domestic and cross-border transactions.
  • Structured training, professional development, and career growth opportunities.
  • Opportunity to work with leading corporations and financial institutions globally.
Contact
Stephanie Morris
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JN-072026-7074296

Job summary

Function
Legal
Subsector
Legal Subsector
Industry
Professional Services & Consultancy
Location
New York
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Stephanie Morris
Job reference
JN-072026-7074296
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