Job description:

Our Client isseeking mid-level and senior-level associates with 3-7 years of experience to join its dynamic M&A practice. The role offers exposure to high-stakes, high-profile deals that shape industries and markets worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

As an associate in this practice, you will:

1. Due Diligence:

o Lead and manage the due diligence process, identifying potential risks, liabilities, and opportunities.

o Coordinate efforts across internal and external teams, ensuring thorough analysis and accurate reporting.

2. Drafting and Negotiation:

o Draft and negotiateancillary agreements, including non-disclosure agreements, term sheets, side letters, and escrow agreements.

o Take a leading role in draftingprimary deal documents, such as stock purchase agreements, asset purchase agreements, and merger agreements.

o Ensure alignment with client objectives and industry best practices.

3. Client Engagement:

o Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, providing strategic guidance and addressing concerns.

o Build and maintain strong client relationships, demonstrating a deep understanding of their businesses and industries.

4. Transaction Management:

o Oversee all aspects of a transaction, from structuring and negotiation to execution and post-closing matters.

o Coordinate with cross-disciplinary teams, including tax, antitrust, regulatory, and employment specialists, to address all facets of a deal.

5. Strategic Advisory:

o Advise clients on market trends, deal structures, and innovative approaches to achieve their objectives.

Qualifications:

Ideal Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will possess:

Experience:

o 3-7 years of substantive M&A experience, ideally at a leading law firm.

o Proven ability to handle complex transactions and lead key work streams independently.

Technical Skills:

o Strong command of due diligence processes and ability to identify material issues.

o Expertise in drafting and negotiating agreements with minimal supervision.

o Familiarity with cross-border transactions and regulatory considerations is a plus.

Professional Skills:

o Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with clients and colleagues.

o A proactive and solutions-driven approach to challenges.

Credentials:

o Admission to the New York Bar.

o Outstanding academic record from a top-tier law school.

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

Compensation and Benefits

Our Client offers a highly competitive compensation package, reflective of its standing among the elite law firms globally.

Base Salary: $225,000 to $435,000, depending on class year and experience.

Additional Benefits:

o Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

o Generous retirement plan options.

o Wellness programs and resources.

o Professional development and mentorship opportunities.