Corporate Associate – Washington, DC

The People Of: Professional Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 240,000 - 305,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

401(k)

Parental leave

Wellness benefits

Hybrid flexibility

Job summary

The People Of: Professional Services in Washington, DC is seeking a mid-level Corporate Associate with 3–5 years PQE to join its busy M&A, joint ventures, and equity finance practice. This is a partnership-track opportunity with substantial client contact and meaningful deal responsibility.

You will draft and negotiate purchase agreements, coordinate with tax, IP, employment, and regulatory teams, and provide strategic commercial advice to clients across a range of industries.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of corporate transactions experience at a reputable law firm.
• Strong M&A and joint venture background with equity finance focus.
• Familiarity with debt financing and related agreements is a plus.
• Proven ability to draft principal deal documents and manage deal flow.
• Excellent communication, organization, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support M&A transactions and equity financings.
• Draft and negotiate stock/asset purchase agreements and operating agreements.
• Coordinate with tax, IP, employment, and regulatory teams.
• Support private equity and family office clients on complex deals.
• Interface with clients and provide strategic commercial advice.

Skills

M&A

Joint ventures

Equity finance

Debt finance

Document drafting

Client communication

Education

DC Bar admission or eligibility to waive

Job description

Corporate Associate – Washington, DC

Location: Washington, DC

Experience: 3–5 Years PQE | M&A, Joint Ventures & Finance

A top-tier national law firm is seeking a mid-level Corporate Associate (3–5 years PQE) to join its busy and collaborative Washington, DC office. This group handles complex middle-market M&A, joint ventures, and equity finance matters across a broad range of sectors including hospitality, digital media, food & beverage, and financial services.

This is a partnership-track opportunity with substantial client contact, strong mentorship, and meaningful deal responsibility.

About The Team

Work closely with partners representing major brand names—regional and national restaurant groups, high-profile family offices, beverage conglomerates, and global hotel brands. This team is known for its entrepreneurial approach, transparent career development, and high-performance yet collegial culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support M&A transactions, joint ventures, and equity financings
• Draft and negotiate stock and asset purchase agreements, operating agreements, and related documents
• Coordinate with specialists across tax, IP, employment, and regulatory teams
• Support private equity and family office clients on complex transactions
• Interface directly with clients and contribute to strategic commercial advice

Who You Are

• 3–5 years’ experience in corporate transactions at a well-regarded law firm
• Strong M&A and joint venture experience; equity finance is a must
• Familiarity with debt finance (loan and security agreements) is a plus
• Skilled in drafting principal deal documents and overseeing deal flow
• Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills
• Admitted in DC or eligible to waive in

Compensation

Base Salary: $240,000 – $305,000 (DOE)

Bonuses: Productivity, merit-based, and business development bonuses available ($10K–$200K+)

Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage, 401(k), parental leave, wellness benefits, and hybrid flexibility