Associate, M&A Private Equity

White-; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 310 000 - 390 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Health insurance

401(k) retirement savings

Paid time off

Resumo da oferta

White & Case in New York seeks a midlevel associate with private equity experience to join the M&A Corporate / PE practice in our NY office. This role will advise sponsors and their portfolio companies in connection with mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, JVs, corporate restructurings, and general corporate matters.

Ideal candidates should have 4+ years of predominantly private equity experience, a JD from an accredited law school, admission to the New York bar, and strong drafting, writing

Qualificações

• 4+ years of predominantly private equity experience.
• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to the New York bar, in good standing.
• Strong drafting, writing, and analytical skills.

Responsabilidades

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

Conhecimentos

Drafting

Negotiation

Analytical

Communication

Project management

Formação académica

JD degree

New York Bar

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Our Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Practice is globally recognized as a top-tier leader in both public and private M&A transactions. We deliver unparalleled legal services for complex corporate deals, offering strategic planning, due diligence, negotiation, and execution of mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and other business combinations. Serving a diverse clientele, including multinational corporations, private equity firms and banks, our team ensures regulatory compliance, manages risk, and structures transactions for optimal outcomes. By combining extensive legal expertise with deep market insight, we help clients navigate high-stakes transactions, fostering growth and creating value, solidifying our reputation as one of the premier M&A practices worldwide.Position SummaryWe are currently looking for a midlevel associate with private equity experience to join the M&A Corporate / PE practice in our NY office. This role will advise sponsors and their portfolio companies in connection with mergers, acquisitions, divestures, JVs, corporate restructurings, and general corporate matters.As well as possessing excellent academic credentials and legal knowledge, you should also be commercially minded, with a solid grasp of the market and an enthusiasm for the cut-and-thrust of deal making. Ideal candidates should have excellent drafting, writing and analytical skills, strong attention to detail, organizational, verbal, interpersonal and project management skills. Experience in drafting and negotiating purchase and merger agreements, equity documents (i.e., LPAs and LLCAs) and other ancillary transaction documents and otherwise meeting the day-to-day requirements of private equity fund and portfolio company clients is expected.Duties and AccountabilitiesRepresent 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 processesQualifications4+ years of predominantly private equity experienceA Juris Doctor (JD) degree (LLM or foreign equivalent) from an accredited law schoolAdmitted to the New York bar (or the ability to become admitted) and in good standingStrong academic record and intellectual curiosity, creative thinkerCommercial and business awarenessOutstanding communication skillsStrong time management skills, ability to stay calm under pressure when juggling multiple projectsExcellent drafting skillsDriven by professional growthStrong professional presenceClient service focusTeam playerStrong judgmentProactive, resourceful, takes initiative and a self-starterFluency in EnglishLocation and CompensationLocation: New YorkSalary Range: US$310,000 - $390,000This role reports toPartnerEqual OpportunitiesWhite & Case is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to creating a fair workplace. It is our Firm’s policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law.Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require an accommodation during the process should contact [e-mail] at White & CaseWhite & Case LLP offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs to all eligible employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, 401(k) retirement savings, vacation time, and leave programs (including parental leave). Exempt roles are also performance bonus eligible.The Firm may modify and amend any job description at any time in its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment.The above is only a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.Note to Recruitment AgenciesOur internal Recruitment team manages all aspects of lateral hiring. All agencies must have signed terms of business—specific to the relevant office—before submitting any candidates. CVs or applications sent directly to White & Case partners or employees will also not be considered formal introductions. If you have questions, please contact the relevant Recruitment team. We work with our preferred suppliers when engaging agencies.