Corporate & Business Transactions Associate Attorney

AJ Chambers US; New York (NY); On-site; USD 225,000 - 435,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Job summary

AJ Chambers US is seeking a mid-level associate for its Corporate & Business Transactions practice in New York. You will work on sophisticated corporate transactions, including M&A and private equity matters, alongside partners and senior lawyers in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

The role offers significant deal exposure, mentorship, and development opportunities within a respected global law firm. Active NY Bar admission is required.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school with strong academic credentials.
• 3-5 years of law firm experience in corporate transactions.
• Experience working on M&A and/or private equity transactions.
• Strong drafting and negotiation experience with transaction agreements.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Active admission to the New York Bar.

Responsibilities

• Advising on mergers and acquisitions transactions.
• Supporting private equity investments and buyouts.
• Drafting and negotiating transaction agreements and ancillary documentation.
• Conducting and managing transactional due diligence.
• Coordinating multi party transactions with clients, advisors, and opposing counsel.
• Assisting with general corporate governance and strategic transactional matters.

Skills

Strong drafting & negotiation

Analytical & communication skills

Collaborative team player

Education

J.D. from accredited U.S. law school

Job description

A leading international law firm is seeking a mid level associate to join its Corporate & Business Transactions practice in New York.

This is an opportunity to join a highly regarded corporate team advising private equity sponsors, strategic buyers, and growth stage companies on complex transactional matters. The role offers exposure to a broad mix of M&A, private equity transactions, and general corporate advisory work within a collaborative and fast paced environment.

The Role

The successful candidate will work closely with partners and senior lawyers on a range of sophisticated corporate transactions, including:

• Advising on mergers and acquisitions transactions
• Supporting private equity investments and buyouts
• Drafting and negotiating transaction agreements and ancillary documentation
• Conducting and managing transactional due diligence
• Coordinating multi party transactions with clients, advisors, and opposing counsel
• Assisting with general corporate governance and strategic transactional matters

This role offers significant deal exposure and responsibility while working alongside experienced transactional lawyers in a dynamic practice.

Must Have Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school with strong academic credentials
• 3-5 years of law firm experience in corporate transactions
• Experience working on M&A and/or private equity transactions
• Strong drafting and negotiation experience with transaction agreements
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills
• Active admission to the New York Bar

Nice to Have Experience

• Experience representing private equity sponsors or strategic buyers
• Exposure to middle market or large cap M&A transactions
• Experience managing aspects of transaction execution and closing processes
• Broader corporate advisory experience alongside transactional work

Why Consider This Opportunity

• Join a highly respected global law firm with a strong corporate platform
• Work on complex M&A and private equity transactions across multiple industries
• Collaborative team environment with strong mentorship and development opportunities
• Exposure to major clients, sophisticated deals, and cross office collaboration
• Competitive compensation aligned with top New York market rates

Compensation

Estimated salary range: $225,000 - $435,000, depending on experience and seniority, plus a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, retirement benefits, and paid leave.