Corporate Associate

KLR Executive Search Group LLC; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Vision insurance

Job summary

A Boston-based law firm is seeking a Corporate Associate to join its expanding business practice group, focusing on mergers and acquisitions and general corporate matters. This position can be based in the Boston office or fully remote. The firm emphasizes work-life balance and strong client relationships, making it an excellent opportunity for legal professionals with 4+ years of experience. Compensation ranges from $140,000 to $190,000 plus benefits and bonuses.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant law firm experience.
• Experience with mergers and acquisitions and corporate finance.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on mergers and acquisitions and general corporate matters.
• Draft and review corporate documents, including acquisition agreements.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Mergers and acquisitions

Corporate finance

Corporate document drafting

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Practice management skills

Self-starter

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Admission to practice in Massachusetts

Job description

Director at KLR Executive Search Group | Legal | Financial Services | Accounting & Banking | C-Suite Executives | Professional Recruiting Services

KLR Executive Search Group is partnering with a Boston-based, full‑service law firm that provides high‑quality legal services to a diverse group of closely held businesses and high‑net‑worth individuals. The firm is seeking a Corporate Associate to join its expanding business practice group, with a focus on M&A and general corporate matters. This is an excellent opportunity to take a hands‑on role, working directly with clients on sophisticated transactions.

The Opportunity

The firm is hiring at both mid‑ and senior‑associate levels. The position can be based in the Boston office or fully remote. Billing expectations are consistent across practice groups (1,600 hours), with a strong emphasis on work‑life balance and a collaborative culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and solutions to entrepreneurial clients across industries on mergers and acquisitions, commercial finance, and general corporate matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of corporate documents, including acquisition agreements, employment agreements, confidentiality agreements, shareholder agreements, operating agreements, and more.
• Negotiate, structure, and implement equity compensation plans, bonus plans, and deferred compensation agreements.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor to business owners and families.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant law firm experience.
• JD from an accredited law school and admission to practice in Massachusetts.
• Experience with mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, and corporate document drafting/negotiation.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and practice management skills.
• Self‑starter with the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.

The salary range for this position is $140,000–$190,000, plus benefits and a competitive bonus. Compensation is based on a variety of factors, including the role and its responsibilities, as well as a candidate’s experience, education, skills, and geographic location.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Legal

Industries

Legal Services

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• 401(k)
• Vision insurance

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