Corporate M&A & Transactional Risk Associate | Chicago, IL | Hybrid | 3-6 Years' Experience | $[...]

Corporate M&A & Transactional Risk Associate | Chicago, IL | Hybrid | 3–6 Years' Experience | $225,000–$325,000 Base + Bonus | Am Law 100 Watts & Associates is working discreetly with a highly regarded Am Law 100 national full-service law firm seeking a Corporate M&A & Transactional Risk Associate to join its growing Chicago office . This is a unique opportunity for an M&A attorney who wants to build a differentiated practice at the intersection of corporate transactions and Representations & Warranties (R&W) Insurance . Working alongside nationally recognised practitioners, you will advise on sophisticated middle-market and large-cap acquisitions while developing expertise in one of the fastest-growing areas of transactional practice. The successful attorney will enjoy direct partner access, significant client responsibility and exposure to complex domestic and cross-border transactions, with a genuine pathway towards partnership, client development and long-term career progression. Company Highlights Join an Am Law 100 national platform with more than 850 attorneys across offices throughout the United States. Work within a nationally recognised Corporate and M&A practice advising private equity sponsors, strategic buyers, portfolio companies and financial institutions on sophisticated transactions. Develop specialist expertise in the rapidly expanding Representations & Warranties Insurance market, one of the fastest-growing areas of transactional practice. Gain exposure to complex middle-market and large-cap acquisitions across multiple industries, including real estate, energy, infrastructure and private equity. Benefit from a highly collaborative, entrepreneurial culture offering direct partner access, meaningful responsibility and strong client interaction from an early stage. Build your career through structured mentoring, leadership development, business development training and genuine partnership opportunities. Why This Opportunity Stands Out Build a highly marketable niche combining sophisticated M&A with Transactional Risk Insurance. Work directly with leading underwriters, brokers, sponsors and corporate clients on high-value acquisitions. Develop expertise reviewing complex transactional and diligence risks from both legal and commercial perspectives. Take ownership of meaningful workstreams with significant client exposure. Join a growing practice offering long-term career progression and excellent opportunities for business development. The Role Advising on Representations & Warranties Insurance and other transactional risk products. Reviewing and analysing stock purchase agreements, membership interest purchase agreements, asset purchase agreements and related transaction documents. Supporting underwriting workstreams for complex M&A transactions. Assessing legal due diligence and translating findings into commercial insurance risk analyses. Advising on middle-market and large-cap acquisitions across a broad range of industries. Working closely with corporate, real estate and finance teams on multidisciplinary transactions. Collaborating directly with partners, clients, brokers and insurance underwriters throughout the transaction lifecycle. Ideal Candidate Profile Approximately 3–6 years of sophisticated Corporate M&A experience. Experience representing private equity sponsors, strategic buyers or corporate clients in middle-market or larger acquisitions. Strong drafting and negotiation experience involving purchase agreements and ancillary transaction documents. Excellent analytical, commercial and problem-solving skills. Experience involving real estate-intensive transactions, REITs, energy or infrastructure transactions would be advantageous. Strong academic credentials from a highly regarded law school. The anticipated base salary range is $225,000–$325,000 , depending on experience and qualifications. The firm also offers: Performance-based bonus opportunities. Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance. Life and long-term disability insurance. Generous paid time off. Professional development and mentoring. Leadership development and business development support. #J-18808-Ljbffr Watts & Associates Recruitment