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Corporate Mergers & Acquisitions Associate Attorney

$260k - $390k

Aligned Talent Acquisition

Job Description

Job Description

Corporate Mergers & Acquisitions Associate Attorney

Chicago, IL | Hybrid
Salary: $260,000 - $390,000+

A nationally recognized Am Law 50 firm is seeking a Corporate Mergers & Acquisitions Associate Attorney to join its Chicago office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney with transactional experience who is looking to work on sophisticated mergers and acquisitions, corporate transactions, and strategic business matters for a diverse national client base.

Qualifications
  • J.D. from an accredited law school

  • Active Illinois bar admission or ability to become admitted in Illinois

  • 3-4 years of corporate transactional experience

  • Experience handling mergers and acquisitions transactions is required

  • Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and communication skills

  • Excellent interpersonal skills

  • Excellent academic credentials

What You'll Do
  • Represent clients in mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other strategic transactions

  • Draft and negotiate purchase agreements and related transaction documents

  • Conduct due diligence and assist with transaction structuring

  • Coordinate transaction workstreams and manage deal timelines

  • Advise clients on corporate governance and general business matters

  • Work directly with clients and senior attorneys on sophisticated transactions

Why Apply?
  • Nationally recognized corporate and M&A practice

  • Sophisticated middle-market and large-company transactions

  • Meaningful responsibility and direct client interaction

  • Strong mentorship and professional development opportunities

  • Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture

  • Clear path for long-term growth and advancement

Compensation: Competitive and commensurate with experience

For a confidential discussion, contact:

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition, LLC

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Not sure if this role is the right fit? Let's talk. I'm happy to provide additional information and discuss how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.

Vacancy posted 13 days ago
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