Associate: Mergers amp Acquisitions - Private Equity

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level associate with private equity experience to join the Mergers & Acquisitions practice in New York, NY. This role involves advising sponsors and their portfolio companies on mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, corporate restructurings, and general corporate matters.

Duties

• Represent private equity sponsors in M&A transactions and other investment deals.
• Draft and negotiate complex transaction documents.
• Supervise and train junior associates involved in transactions.
• Manage the execution of deals from inception to closing.
• Provide strategic legal advice to private equity sponsors and portfolio companies.
• Collaborate with internal teams and clients to ensure smooth transaction processes.

Requirements

• 4+ years of predominantly private equity experience.
• Admitted to the New York bar (or the ability to become admitted) and in good standing.
• Strong academic record and intellectual curiosity.
• Commercial and business awareness.
• Outstanding communication skills.
• Strong time management skills, ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Excellent drafting skills.
• Driven by professional growth.
• Strong professional presence.
• Client service focus.
• Team player.
• Strong judgment.
• Proactive, resourceful, takes initiative and a self-starter.
• Fluency in English.

Education

• A Juris Doctor (JD) degree (LLM or foreign equivalent) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admitted to the New York bar (or the ability to become admitted).

Skills

• Excellent drafting, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, verbal, interpersonal, and project management skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability coverage.
• 401(k) retirement savings.
• Vacation time and leave programs, including parental leave.
• Performance bonus eligibility for exempt roles.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306