Corporate Associate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision coverage

Parental leave

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Bonus opportunities

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Corporate Associate Attorney in Pittsburgh with 4–7 years of M&A and general corporate experience. The role focuses on buy- and sell-side transactions, structuring, negotiation, and due diligence for sophisticated deals within a Private Equity practice.

A hybrid work arrangement and mentorship are offered for long-term growth. The successful candidate will draft and negotiate acquisition agreements, manage deadlines, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to

Qualifications

• 4 to 7 years of experience in mergers and acquisitions and general corporate transactions.
• Experience representing clients in buy-side and sell-side matters.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Ability to manage sophisticated corporate transactions with tight deadlines.
• Active bar admission in the candidate's jurisdiction or eligibility for waiver.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in mergers and acquisitions and other corporate transactions.
• Handle both buy-side and sell-side M&A matters.
• Assist with structuring, negotiating, and completing complex corporate transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate acquisition agreements and related documents.
• Conduct and coordinate legal due diligence for acquisitions and dispositions.
• Advise clients on transaction structures and related corporate matters.
• Manage transaction processes and coordinate with clients and counsel.
• Identify and address issues arising during transactions.
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice areas on multidisciplinary matters.
• Maintain strong client relationships and provide timely guidance.

Skills

M&A

Corporate transactions

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Due diligence

Client communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm is seeking a Corporate Associate Attorney with 4 to 7 years of experience to join its Private Equity practice in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The position focuses on mergers and acquisitions and general corporate transactions, including representing clients in both buy-side and sell-side matters. The role offers exposure to sophisticated transactional work, a hybrid work environment, structured mentorship, and opportunities for long-term professional advancement.

Duties

• Represent clients in mergers and acquisitions and other corporate transactions.
• Handle both buy-side and sell-side M&A matters.
• Assist with structuring, negotiating, and completing complex corporate transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate acquisition agreements and other transaction-related documents.
• Conduct and coordinate legal due diligence for acquisitions and dispositions.
• Advise clients on transaction structures, corporate matters, and related legal considerations.
• Manage transaction processes and coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, and other professional advisors.
• Identify and address legal and business issues arising during transactions.
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice areas on sophisticated and multidisciplinary matters.
• Maintain strong client relationships and provide practical, timely legal guidance.

Requirements

• 4 to 7 years of experience in mergers and acquisitions and general corporate transactions.
• Experience representing clients in both buy-side and sell-side matters.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Ability to manage sophisticated corporate transactions and competing deadlines.
• Active bar admission in the state where the candidate resides or eligibility to obtain admission through waiver within a short period.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Education and Certifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active bar admission in the applicable jurisdiction or eligibility for prompt admission through waiver.

Skills

• Strong M&A and general corporate transactional capabilities.
• Excellent contract drafting, review, and negotiation skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple transactions, priorities, and deadlines.
• Effective client communication and relationship management skills.
• Strong collaboration and teamwork abilities.
• Sound legal, professional, and business judgment.

Benefits

• Medical insurance with HSA and PPO options.
• Employer contributions to eligible HSA plans.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Parental leave benefits.
• Paid sick and vacation time.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Employee assistance and well-being programs.
• Quarterly and annual objective bonus opportunities.
• Annual discretionary bonus opportunity.
• Hybrid work arrangement with three in-office days.
• Structured training and formal mentorship programs.
• Competency-based advancement and partnership opportunities.
• Opportunities to participate in pro bono work, community initiatives, and professional organizations.