Private Equity Associate (4-6yrs) - Charlotte
$235k - $360kDirect Counsel
Job Description
Job Description
Midlevel Private Equity Associate
Locations: Charleston, SC | Charlotte, NC | Pittsburgh, PA | Raleigh, NC
Compensation: $235,000 – $360,000 per year, based on experience
Direct Counsel is representing an Am Law 100 firm seeking a Midlevel Private Equity Associate with 4–6 years of relevant experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the corporate aspects of private equity transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, and the ongoing operations of portfolio companies.
This role provides an opportunity to work with a range of national and international clients and collaborate with attorneys across the firm’s global platform. Candidates should be flexible, collaborative, and ready to step into a practice where they can grow in responsibility and client contact.
Key Responsibilities:
Advise private equity clients on the structuring, negotiation, and execution of mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures
Support legal aspects of the operations of portfolio companies, including governance and compliance
Draft and negotiate purchase agreements, operating/shareholder agreements, and related corporate documentation
Conduct due diligence and coordinate deal closings
Collaborate with colleagues across various practice areas and offices
Qualifications:
4–6 years of experience in private equity and corporate transactional work
Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
Strong understanding of deal structures, portfolio company management, and transaction processes
Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
Strong academic credentials and communication skills
Bar admission in good standing (or eligibility to waive in) for one of the listed jurisdictions
Willingness and ability to work flexible hours across time zones
Why Join:
Join a highly respected private equity practice with global reach
Work with a diverse, sophisticated client base
Receive mentorship and opportunities for accelerated responsibility
Be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking legal team
Vacancy posted 12 days ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Private Equity Associate (4-6yrs) - Charlotte in Charlotte, NC vacancy
$270k - $410k
...Senior Associate Or Counsel Direct Counsel represents a prestigious AmLaw firm seeking... .... Locations: Charleston, SC | Charlotte, NC | Miami, FL | Nashville, TN | New York... ...company matters, M&A transactions, and private equity deals. Responsibilities: Advise...Employment EquityPrivateDirect Counsel
Charlotte, NC12 days ago- ...Deutschland GmbH is looking for a Senior Associate specializing in Merger Integration & Carve-Outs in Charlotte, NC. The role involves working with private equity firms to enhance portfolio companies... .... Qualified candidates should have 4-6 years of consulting experience,...Employment EquityPrivate
- The Strategic Investment Associate will play a crucial role in the execution of strategic... ...investments, including seed-stage to growth equity and acquisitions. Duties And... ...in Investment Banking, Venture Capital, Private Equity, or a similar financial or investment...Employment EquityPrivateWork at officeLocal area
$90k - $130k
Alvarez & Marsal Deutschland GmbH seeks an Associate for their CFO Services within the Private Equity Performance Improvement team in Charlotte, NC. This pivotal role involves financial... ...results. Ideal candidates should possess 4-7+ years of related work experience, strong...Employment EquityPrivateWork experience placement- Senior Associate, Strategy & Business Operations Location: Charlotte, NC Home Solutions is seeking a Senior Associate, Strategy... ...consulting, investment banking, private equity, strategy, or high-growth... ...and professional achievement. 2-4 years of experience in consulting...Employment EquityPrivateFull timeTemporary workFlexible hours
- ...Title Portfolio Analytics, Senior Associate Department Portfolio Finance Location Charlotte, NC or Boston, MA The... ...range of asset classes, including private equity, private credit, and real estate... ...science/analytics related) with 2-4 years of experience in data management...Employment EquityPrivateTemporary workFlexible hours
- PEPI: Senior Associate, CFO Services (OPEN TO ALL US LOCATIONS) Join... ...Overview A&M CFO Services work with private equity held portfolio companies and... ...Graduate of accredited 4-year college / university with... ...at Alvarez & Marsal by 2x Charlotte, NC Compensation varies by location...Employment EquityPrivateFull time
- BCG Attorney Search seeks a Transactional Associate for its Charlotte, NC office. In this role, you will represent capital providers in lending transactions and private equity investments, collaborating with both debt and equity investors, as well as portfolio companies...Employment EquityPrivateWork at office
- InforCapital, partnership, is seeking a Senior Associate for their Private Equity team located in Charlotte, United States. This role focuses on developing research-driven investment theses, conducting market diligence, and collaborating with portfolio companies on growth...Employment EquityPrivate
- ...Vision Center Advantage Vision Center in Charlotte, North Carolina, led by the state's... ...fittings, the practice offers both in-person (4.5 days per week) and virtual (5 days... ...dedicated optometrist rather than a private equity firm, Advantage Vision Center remains steadfast...Employment EquityPrivateFull timeWork at officeLocal areaImmediate start
$31.09 - $33.09 per hour
...services company, is seeking an experienced Sr Associate, Private Fund Transitions for a 12+ month contract assignment in either Charlotte, NC or Chicago, IL. This role is hybrid.... ...(AML) activities. Familiarity in private equity/alternative investments, a plus....Employment EquityPrivateHourly payContract work- ...top 100 Am Law firm seeks an associate to join their Private Investment Funds Practice... ...Chicago, Dallas, Pittsburgh, Charlotte, Houston, New York City,... ...ideal candidate must have 4-8 years of large law firm... ...strategies, including private equity, real estate, mezzanine, and...Employment EquityPrivatePrivate practice
- Job Overview A law firm seeks a Transactional Associate for its Charlotte, NC office. The role involves representing capital providers in debt and equity investment activities, including lending transactions and private equity investments. The associate will work across...Employment EquityPrivateTemporary workWork at officeRelocationFlexible hours
- ...Are you a Big 4 external auditor ready to move beyond the traditional audit cycle... ...advisory team serving Fortune 1000 and large private equity-backed companies. This role is designed... ...align: Audit Senior Senior Audit Associate Assurance Senior Audit In-Charge...Employment EquityPrivate
Supplied Talent
Charlotte, NC8 hours ago $100k - $170k
Digital Finance Transformation - ERP Modernization: Senior Associate - Private Equity Performance Improvement Overview Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a... ...business impact in high‑stakes environments. Qualifications 4-8 years of professional experience, preferably in...Employment EquityPrivatePart timeFlexible hours$90k - $130k
...advisory services, is seeking to expand its Private Equity Performance Improvement (PEPI) - CFO... ...Private Equity Performance Improvement Associate: CFO Services A&M’s Private Equity Performance... ...relationship building Qualifications 4-7+ years of relevant work experience in...Employment EquityPrivateWork experience placementInterim roleImmediate startFlexible hours- Senior Associate - Transaction Advisory A specialized advisory firm is seeking a Senior Associate... ...transaction services team, supporting private equity investors, strategic acquirers, and... ...progress toward certification preferred) 2‑4 years of experience in public...Employment EquityPrivateWork at officeLocal area
$100k - $170k
Senior Associate, Merger Integration & Carve‑Outs Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting... ...working at A&M. About Alvarez & Marsal Private Equity Performance Improvement A&M’s Private... ...growth expectations over the next 2-4 years. We offer strong career advancement...Employment EquityPrivateFull timePart timeInterim roleWork at officeFlexible hours$60k - $65k
...the United States. Backed by Alpine Investors, a top‑decile private equity fund with $4.0 billion of committed capital, Vertex is building a best... ...‑driven. You’ll be based in our corporate office in Charlotte, NC while supporting hiring in multiple other States and collaborating...Employment EquityPrivateFor contractorsWork at officeLocal areaRemote workWork from home- ...Investment Banking Summer Analyst (Charlotte, NC) 2027 Investment Banking... ...institutions, with $226.4 billion in assets as of December... ...provides a broad range of retail, private banking, wealth management,... ...and execute debt, M&A, and equity transactions across specific industry...Employment EquityPrivatePermanent employmentFull timeSummer workInternship
$100k - $170k
...love working at A&M. Alvarez & Marsal Private Equity Performance Improvement Services (PEPI)... ...international business assignments. Senior Associate Provide service excellence by... ...personnel as required. Qualifications 4‑6 + years of professional consulting experience...Employment EquityPrivateFull timePart timeInterim roleWork at officeFlexible hours$100k - $170k
...people love working at A&M. The Team A&M’s Private Equity Performance Improvement Services (PEPI)... .... Scope of Work We are seeking an Associate or Senior Associate to join our Digital... ...transparency, and scalability. Qualifications 4‑8+ years of professional experience;...Employment EquityPrivateFull timePart timeFlexible hours$90k - $130k
Associate: Operations & Manufacturing (OPEN TO ALL U.S. LOCATIONS) Overview Alvarez & Marsal... ...in more than 40 countries. A&M’s Private Equity Performance Improvement (PEPI) practice... ...strategy, CapEx planning, Manufacturing 4.0/IIoT; lean, Six Sigma, TOC and value...Employment EquityPrivateFull timePart timeFlexible hours$260k - $420k
Aligned Talent Acquisition is seeking a Fund Finance Associate Attorney for its Charlotte office. This hybrid position offers a chance to work with banks, private equity funds, and asset managers in sophisticated fund finance transactions. The ideal candidate will have...Employment EquityPrivateWork at office$165k - $185k
...firm's growing presence in the Charlotte and New York markets. This... ...state regulatory frameworks. Private Capital & Emerging Companies -... ...ability to come into the office 3-4 days per week. COMPETENCIES... ...qualifications, market data and internal equity. Total compensation includes a...Employment EquityPrivateFull timeWork at officeShift work3 days per week- ...Associate Vice President, Capital Development About the Company A $10bn+ private equity firm with an external alternative investment platform. Industry Venture Capital & Private Equity Type Privately Held About the Role The Company is seeking an...Employment EquityPrivate
$84.6k - $152.4k
...Senior Associate, RFP We are hiring for a Senior Associate... ...a particular focus on private markets investment... ...capabilitiesincluding private real estate equity and debt, private... ...a week) in Des Moines, Charlotte, Chicago, Denver or New... ...Posting Date 5/4/2026 Most Recently...Employment EquityPrivateHourly payPermanent employmentTemporary workWork experience placementH1bWork at officeFlexible hours3 days per week- ...Kanbrick Investing Associate Kanbrick is a purpose-driven organization focused on empowering people and organizations to reach their... ...Kanbrick. What We're Looking For: Experience in private equity, management consulting, investment banking, or AI/data-...Employment EquityPrivate
Kanbrick
Charlotte, NC8 hours ago $22 - $38 per hour
...Description Job Description Budderfly is a fast-growth, private equity-backed energy management outsourcing company that is committed... ...fill the role of a Service Excellence HVAC/R Lead Technician in Charlotte, NC. In this position, the successful candidate will be...Employment EquityPrivateBudderfly, Inc.
Charlotte, NC28 days ago- ...Transaction Advisory professional to perform financial due diligence, analyze financial results, and evaluate diligence issues for private equity groups and corporate clients. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s in Accountancy or Finance, with 2+ years of relevant...Employment EquityPrivate
Do you want to receive more vacancies?
Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Private Equity Associate (4-6yrs) - Charlotte. Be the first to apply!
Related searches
- front desk associate Charlotte, NC
- wealth strategy associate Charlotte, NC
- process associate Charlotte, NC
- remote associate Charlotte, NC
- publishing associate Charlotte, NC
- community engagement associate Charlotte, NC
- strategy associate Charlotte, NC
- care management associate Charlotte, NC
- selling associate Charlotte, NC
- floor associate Charlotte, NC