Mergers & Acquisitions / Private Equity Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Counsel is seeking a Corporate Mergers & Acquisitions / Private Equity Associate Attorney to join a prestigious global law firm in its New York, New York office.

The ideal candidate will have 3–6 years of large law firm experience working on mergers and acquisitions and/or private equity transactions. This role offers exposure to a broad range of corporate transactions, including public and private M&A, spin-offs, divestitures, joint ventures, buyouts, take-private transactions, co-investments, and portfolio company acquisitions and dispositions.

Candidates with experience representing both strategic participants and financial sponsors are particularly encouraged to apply, though strong candidates with a concentration in either area will also be considered. Successful candidates should possess excellent drafting and negotiation skills, superior academic credentials, and a strong commitment to teamwork, client service, and taking on significant responsibility.

Qualifications:

• 3–6 years of large law firm experience.

• Experience with M&A and/or private equity transactions.

• Experience with public and private M&A, spin-offs, divestitures, joint ventures, buyouts, take-private transactions, co-investments, and/or portfolio company transactions.

• Experience on both the strategic and sponsor side preferred.

• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.

• Superior academic credentials.

• Strong teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to manage significant responsibility and engage directly with clients.

Salary Range: $260,000–$495,000, commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience.

Application Requirements: Cover letter, resume, deal sheet, and law school transcript.

Location: New York, New York