Senior Associate - M&A, Corporate & Securities

Page Executive; United Kingdom; Hybrid; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in New York City is seeking a Senior Associate specializing in M&A, Corporate & Securities law. The ideal candidate will have 6-9 years of relevant experience, with a JD and admission to the New York Bar. This position offers a competitive salary range of approximately $312,000 to $348,000 annually, and benefits along with a supportive environment for professional growth. The role includes a hybrid work arrangement with 3 days in the Midtown office.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development support

Exposure to high-profile clients

Qualifications

• 6-9 years of expertise in mergers, acquisitions, corporate law, and securities law.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• Collaborative team approach.

Responsibilities

• Handle varied public and private company transactions.
• Conduct due diligence and risk assessments for mergers and acquisitions.
• Provide strategic legal advice to clients on corporate governance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Admission to New York State Bar

Job description

• New Senior Associate M&A role (hybrid 3/days week in Midtown office).
• Well established mid-size firm with great collegial environment.

About Our Client

Highly reputable, New York City based, mid-size firm known for delivering high-quality legal counsel to a wide range of clients. This is a great opportunity to join one of the firms first, and most established, practice groups that has been operating for over 30 years and has an incredible client base. Committed to excellence, the firm is known for their highly collaborative culture and fostering professional growth for their team associates.

Job Description

As Senior Associate - M&A, Corporate & Securities Attorney you will handle varied matters:

• Handle varied public and private company transactions: reviewing and preparing draft agreements, due diligence and tracking/ overseeing signings and closings.
• Conduct and oversee due diligence and risk assessments for mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures.
• Provide strategic legal advice to clients on corporate governance and securities law matters.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful transaction execution.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legal and regulatory changes impacting corporate and securities law.
• Represent clients in negotiations, ensuring their interests are safeguarded throughout transactions.
• On occasion, assist with general corporate matters, including entity formation and compliance, IPOs and capital markets engagements.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior associates.

Candidates must be based in New York/ Tri-State area, able to work from the Midtown office 3 days per week, and have US work authorization now and indefinitely.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans, and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal Senior Associate - M&A, Corporate & Securities Attorney should have:

• A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York State Bar in good standing.
• Proven expertise (6-9 years) in mergers and acquisitions, corporate law, and securities law within mid-size or big law.
• Strong attention to detail, multitasking, drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Collaborative team approach.

What's on Offer

The Senior Associate M&A, Corporate & Securities Attorney will benefit from:

• Competitive salary range, depending on experience and class year approximately $312,000 to $348,000 annually.
• Comprehensive & highly competitive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a well-established firm in the heart of New York City.
• Supportive environment for professional development and career growth.
• Exposure to high-profile clients and complex legal matters.
• Flexible, hybrid working arrangement - 3 days/ week in the office.

If you are ready to take the next step in your legal career, apply today to join the team as a Senior Associate - M&A, Corporate & Securities in this highly reputable NY firm.