Corporate Associate Attorney

Just Legal Search; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Just Legal Search is partnering with a premier mid-size AM 200 law firm to recruit a mid-level Corporate Associate in Boston. The successful candidate will handle a broad range of sophisticated transactional matters on lean deal teams and benefit from clear career progression.

This role offers a hybrid working model with two remote days per week, providing flexibility while maintaining strong collaboration with partners and clients.

Qualifications

• J.D. and admission in good standing in the jurisdiction where you plan to practice.
• 2–8 years of corporate transactional experience with a focus on mergers & acquisitions.
• Experience handling both buy-side and sell-side M&A transactions.
• Experience across a variety of corporate matters, including private equity, venture financings, joint ventures, and capital markets.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills, including experience with key transaction documents (e.g., asset purchase agreements, stock purchase agreements, merger agreements, operating agreements, disclosure schedules).
• Proven ability to manage complex transactions with attention to detail and efficiency.
• Excellent writing, research, communication, and client service skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of the deal lifecycle, from term sheet through closing.
• Lead and support M&A transactions, including due diligence, structuring, negotiation, and execution.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of corporate transaction documents.
• Advise clients on corporate governance and general corporate matters.
• Collaborate closely with partners and clients on sophisticated transactional matters.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless deal execution.
• Contribute to a collaborative and high-performing team environment.

Skills

M&A experience

Negotiation skills

Drafting & redlining

Excellent communication

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

We are partnered with a premier mid-size full-service AM 200 firm, who are seeking to strengthen its Corporate practice by adding a mid-level Corporate Associate in Boston. This is an excellent opportunity to work on lean deal teams providing strong exposure to a broad range of sophisticated transactional matters, with clear and structured career progression.

Key Requirements:

• J.D. and admission in good standing in the jurisdiction where you plan to practice
• 2-8 years of corporate transactional experience, with a strong focus on mergers & acquisitions
• Demonstrated experience handling both buy-side and sell-side M&A transactions
• Experience across a variety of corporate matters, including private equity, venture financings, joint ventures, and capital markets
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills, including experience with key transaction documents (e.g., asset purchase agreements, stock purchase agreements, merger agreements, operating agreements, disclosure schedules)
• Proven ability to manage complex transactions with attention to detail and efficiency
• Excellent writing, research, communication, and client service skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team-oriented environment

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all phases of the deal lifecycle, from term sheet through closing
• Lead and support M&A transactions, including due diligence, structuring, negotiation, and execution
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of corporate transaction documents
• Advise clients on corporate governance and general corporate matters
• Collaborate closely with partners and clients on sophisticated transactional matters
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless deal execution
• Contribute to a collaborative and high-performing team environment

This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on complex and high-value transactions within a supportive and collegial team. The firm offers a hybrid working model, allowing attorneys to work remotely two days per week.