New York City | Hybrid

Private Equity Mergers & Acquisitions Senior Associate Attorney

AmLaw 50 Opportunity

Compensation

$365,000 – $435,000+

A premier global law firm is seeking a Private Equity Mergers & Acquisitions Senior Associate Attorney to join its New York office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing leading private equity sponsors, growth equity investors, portfolio companies, founders, and strategic buyers in sophisticated domestic and cross-border transactions.

Ideal Background

• 5–6 years of private equity and M&A experience gained at a sophisticated law firm

• Experience representing private equity sponsors, growth equity investors, venture capital funds, portfolio companies, founders, and strategic acquirers

• Experience leading and managing significant portions of mergers and acquisitions, leveraged recapitalizations, growth equity investments, venture capital financings, exits, and other strategic corporate transactions

• Ability to independently manage transaction workstreams while coordinating with specialists, opposing counsel, clients, and internal deal teams

• Experience drafting and negotiating purchase agreements, merger agreements, stock and asset purchase agreements, equity investment documents, operating agreements, disclosure schedules, and ancillary transaction documents

• Experience conducting and managing legal due diligence, transaction structuring, closings, and post-closing matters

• Experience advising clients regarding corporate governance, equity compensation, and general corporate matters

• Strong business judgment, drafting, negotiation, organizational, and communication skills

• Ability to effectively manage multiple complex transactions while maintaining significant client interaction

• Excellent academic credentials

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

• New York bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Premier Private Equity M&A platform

✅ Sophisticated middle-market and large-cap private equity transactions

✅ Significant responsibility and direct client interaction

✅ Opportunity to work alongside nationally recognized private equity attorneys

✅ Strong mentorship and clear career development opportunities

✅ 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

[email protected]
(216) 710-5174