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Mergers & Acquisitions Associate Attorney

$310k

Direct Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

Mergers & Acquisitions Associate Attorney

Direct Counsel is seeking a Mergers & Acquisitions Associate Attorney with 4–7 years of experience to join a top-ranked global law firm and its highly regarded Corporate & Securities practice in San Francisco . This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced M&A attorney to take on significant responsibility while working on sophisticated, complex transactions for leading clients around the world.

Position Overview

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience handling complex M&A and private equity transactions and be comfortable taking an active role throughout the deal process. The firm offers associates meaningful client-facing responsibilities from day one, with the opportunity to work alongside experienced attorneys on high-profile domestic and cross-border transactions.

Responsibilities
  • Represent buyers, sellers, sponsors, and financial advisers in sophisticated mergers and acquisitions and private equity transactions.

  • Draft and negotiate complex M&A, equity, acquisition, and related transaction documents.

  • Serve as a key member of deal teams and take ownership of significant aspects of transactions.

  • Manage and coordinate due diligence through closing.

  • Advise clients on the legal and technical aspects of complex transactions, as well as related financial and market considerations.

  • Work collaboratively with attorneys and deal professionals across the firm to develop creative, commercially focused solutions.

  • Take on meaningful client-facing responsibilities and contribute to the firm's continued growth in the M&A and private equity space.

Qualifications
  • 4–7 years of M&A experience at a leading law firm.

  • Hands-on experience drafting and negotiating complex M&A and private equity transaction documents.

  • Experience serving as a key member of deal teams, with responsibility for significant portions of transactions from due diligence through closing.

  • Strong understanding of corporate transactions and related legal and commercial considerations.

  • Excellent drafting, negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.

  • Strong ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced transactional practice.

Location

San Francisco, CA

Compensation

The anticipated salary for this position is $310,000+ annually , commensurate with class year and experience.

Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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