Corporate M&A Associate Attorney

Corporate M&A Associate (Mid-Level to Senior) | Am Law Firm | New York

LHH is assisting a highly regarded national law firm in its search for a Corporate M&A Associate to join its growing Corporate practice. This opportunity is available in the firm's New York office and offers the chance to work alongside a sophisticated M&A team advising emerging growth companies, private equity sponsors, and investment funds. The firm maintains a collaborative, team-oriented environment where attorneys work closely with both the M&A and broader corporate groups on complex transactions.

The Role

This associate will play a key role in advising clients through mergers and acquisitions, private equity investments, strategic transactions, and general corporate matters. Attorneys in this practice work directly with partners and clients on high-profile transactions while developing meaningful business relationships and industry expertise.

Responsibilities include:

• Representing buyers, sellers, investors, and private equity sponsors in M&A transactions
• Assisting with transaction structuring, due diligence, drafting, and negotiations
• Supporting emerging growth companies and investment funds on a variety of corporate matters
• Collaborating with attorneys across the firm's corporate platform to provide practical business advice
• Drafting and negotiating transaction documents and related corporate agreements
• Managing client relationships and contributing to transaction execution from inception through closing

Why This Opportunity

• Work with a highly respected corporate team handling sophisticated transactions
• Exposure to emerging companies, venture-backed businesses, and private equity clients
• Collaborative culture with strong mentorship and professional development opportunities
• Opportunity for attorneys with a blend of M&A and broader transactional experience to transition into a dedicated M&A practice
• Direct client interaction and meaningful responsibility on transactions

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: $260,000 - $390,000 annually.

Additional Compensation: Bonus eligibility and amount are based upon firm and/or individual performance.

Benefits may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid vacation and paid holidays
• Paid sick leave
• Life and disability insurance
• Additional wellness and employee benefit offerings

Specific benefits and bonus structures will be discussed during the interview process.

Candidate Requirements

• JD from an accredited law school
• Class years
• Previous large law firm experience required
• Demonstrated experience with M&A transactions and/or private equity transactions
• Candidates with a combination of M&A and general corporate/transactional experience are encouraged to apply
• Active admission, or eligibility to waive into, the New York
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Interest in working with emerging growth companies and investment funds

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please apply in confidence or send your resume directly to LHH is conducting a thoughtful and confidential search process on behalf of our client.

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