Corporate Associate Attorney – Mergers & Acquisitions

The People Of: Professional Services; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The People Of: Professional Services in Washington, DC is seeking a mid-level Corporate Associate with 5-7 years of experience in mergers and acquisitions to join their growing practice. This role offers substantial responsibility on complex transactions, mentoring from experienced lawyers, and opportunities for career advancement. Ideal candidates should have strong negotiation and drafting skills and the ability to manage transactions efficiently. The firm promotes a hybrid working model, blending flexibility with collaboration.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of corporate transactional experience in a law firm environment.
• Strong background in mergers & acquisitions, both buy-side and sell-side.
• Proven ability to handle complex matters with precision.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support buy-side and sell-side M&A transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate key transaction documents.
• Manage transaction processes from initial term sheets through closing.
• Advise on private equity investments and strategic joint ventures.

Skills

Mergers & Acquisitions

Negotiation

Drafting

Transaction Management

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Job description

Corporate Associate – Mergers & Acquisitions

Location: Multiple U.S. Offices | New York, Massachusetts, DC, Florida, Rhode Island

A highly regarded, growth-focused law firm is seeking a mid-level Corporate Associate (5–7 years’ experience) to join its expanding transactional practice. This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious attorney looking to work on sophisticated, market-leading transactions alongside a collaborative team of accomplished corporate lawyers.

This role is designed for attorneys who thrive in fast-paced deal environments and want meaningful responsibility on complex transactions from day one.

Opportunity

The successful candidate will advise clients across a broad spectrum of corporate transactions, with a strong emphasis on mergers and acquisitions, while also gaining exposure to high-value strategic matters across private equity, venture financings, joint ventures, capital markets, and corporate governance.

You will take a lead role in managing transactions through the full deal lifecycle — from structuring and drafting through negotiation and closing — while working directly with clients, senior attorneys, and business stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support buy-side and sell-side M&A transactions
• Draft, review, and negotiate key transaction documents, including purchase agreements, merger agreements, operating agreements, and disclosure schedules
• Manage transaction processes from initial term sheets through closing
• Advise on private equity investments, venture debt and equity financings, and strategic joint ventures
• Support broader corporate governance and general corporate matters
• Coordinate diligence processes and oversee transaction timelines
• Collaborate across practice groups on complex, cross-disciplinary matters

Ideal Candidate Profile

• JD required from an accredited law school
• 5–7 years of corporate transactional experience in a law firm environment
• Strong background in mergers & acquisitions, including both buy-side and sell-side transactions
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and transactional management skills
• Strong analytical, writing, and communication abilities
• Proven ability to handle complex matters with precision and commercial awareness
• Licensed and in good standing in the jurisdiction where you intend to practice

Benefits

This position offers the opportunity to join a sophisticated corporate platform with a strong deal flow, a supportive team culture, and genuine opportunities for long-term career progression. Attorneys here benefit from meaningful client contact, hands‑on responsibility, and mentorship from experienced dealmakers in a collaborative environment.

The firm offers a modern hybrid working model, balancing flexibility with in‑person collaboration to support both professional development and work‑life integration.