Corporate M&A Associate Attorney

Job Description Job Description § Title: Strategic Mergers & Acquisitions Counsel | Mid-Level
Practice Area : Private and Public Company M&A / Corporate Governance
§ Location : Houston, TX
§ Salary : $260,000 to $390,000 Base Compensation
§ Schedule : Fulltime, Direct-Hire, Minimum 1,850 hours annual billed target

§ The Firm :
Partnering with People Placers Staffing, our client is a top-tier global legal powerhouse renowned for executing transformative corporate transactions. Their corporate department is routinely ranked by leading publications for its dominance in middle-market and large-cap mergers. The firm cultivates an entrepreneurial environment where ambitious attorneys are encouraged to take ownership of deal processes early in their tenure, supported by a network of seasoned partners who are dedicated to associate development and commercial excellence.

§ Duties :
This role demands a self-directed professional capable of driving complex corporate transactions to successful closures. The associate will orchestrate various phases of the deal lifecycle, ensuring that both buy-side and sell-side clients navigate regulatory and commercial hurdles seamlessly. Core responsibilities encompass:
⨖ Structuring and negotiating primary transaction documents, including asset purchase agreements and merger plans.
⨖ Overseeing comprehensive due diligence processes and synthesizing findings to identify critical risk allocations.
⨖ Coordinating with specialist groups such as tax, employment, and intellectual property to ensure holistic deal execution.
⨖ Advising corporate boards and executive management on fiduciary duties, corporate governance, and strategic defensive measures.

§ Qualifications :
Candidates must possess the technical acumen to immediately impact a high-volume deal desk.
⨖ Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school with a distinguished academic record.
⨖ Three (3) to Six (6) Years of direct experience managing corporate transactions at a sophisticated large law firm.
⨖ Active Bar License in the state of Texas.
⨖ Comprehensive understanding of corporate mechanics, capital structures, and entity formation.

§ Skills :
The following qualifications are highly desirable:
⨖ Specialized experience executing transactions within the traditional or renewable energy sectors.
⨖ Proven ability to autonomously manage client relationships and lead junior associates on complex deliverables.
⨖ Exceptional commercial awareness and the ability to translate legal risks into actionable business advice.

!Notice¡ *This a job advertisement on behalf of our client and does not reflect the full job description for the role. Any qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. You will need to provide law school transcripts, a writing sample or deal sheets, and a cover letter in order to be considered for this role. This posting does not constitute an offer of employment. and the listed compensation details may vary by state or experience and will be discussed thoroughly during interview phase.