Private Equity Associate Attorney
Aligned Talent Acquisition
Job Description
Job Description
Houston | Hybrid
Private Equity Associate Attorney AmLaw 50 Opportunity Compensation$260,000 – $390,000+
A premier global law firm is seeking a Private Equity Associate Attorney to join its Houston office.
This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, founders, management teams, and institutional investors in sophisticated domestic and cross-border transactions.
Ideal Background• 3–6 years of private equity, mergers & acquisitions, or corporate transactional experience gained at a sophisticated law firm
• Experience representing private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, strategic buyers and sellers, founders, management teams, and institutional investors
• Experience handling leveraged buyouts, platform and add-on acquisitions, recapitalizations, growth equity investments, divestitures, and exit transactions
• Experience drafting and negotiating purchase agreements, merger agreements, operating agreements, shareholder agreements, equity investment documents, and other corporate transaction documents
• Experience managing legal due diligence, transaction workstreams, and multidisciplinary deal teams from signing through closing
• Experience advising clients regarding corporate governance, equity incentive arrangements, and general corporate matters
• Experience working on cross-border transactions, energy-related private equity transactions, or infrastructure investments is a plus
• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to independently manage sophisticated transactions while maintaining significant client interaction
• Excellent academic credentials
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required
• Texas bar admission required or ability to become admitted
Why This OpportunityPremier global Private Equity platform
Sophisticated domestic and cross-border transactions
Significant client interaction and deal responsibility
Opportunity to represent leading private equity sponsors and portfolio companies
Strong mentorship and professional development
Collaborative AmLaw 50 environment
Interested?Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.
Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.
I'm happy to provide additional information regarding compensation, billable expectations, partnership track, and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.
Confidential inquiries are always welcome.
Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition
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