Mergers and Acquisitions Associate Attorney

Mergers and Acquisitions Associate Attorney (New York)

Direct Counsel is seeking a highly skilled Mid-Level Corporate M&A Associate to join a prestigious Am Law 100 firm's growing corporate group in New York. This role is ideal for a candidate with a strong background in mergers and acquisitions, particularly in drafting principal acquisition agreements and negotiating transactions for both private and public companies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute merger and acquisition transactions for private and public companies.
• Draft principal acquisition agreements and participate in direct negotiations of key transaction documents.
• Provide expert legal advice and support on complex M&A transactions.
• Collaborate closely with senior associates and partners, as well as clients, to ensure timely and accurate completion of transactions.
• Conduct detailed legal analysis and research to support M&A transactions.
• Provide strategic guidance to clients on legal matters pertaining to M&A.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across multiple departments to ensure seamless transaction execution.

Qualifications:

• JD from a nationally recognized law school.
• Admitted to practice in New York.
• Minimum 4 years of M&A experience with private and public companies, including significant experience drafting and negotiating acquisition agreements.
• Prior experience at a top-tier law firm, with directly transferable skills, is highly preferred.
• Strong academic background.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good business judgment and attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Work Environment:

• Hybrid model, with regular in-office presence required and flexibility for work-from-home arrangements.

Compensation:

• Expected salary range: $310,000 - $390,000 per year, depending on the candidate's experience, skills, and geographic location.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision insurance, and 401(k).