Corporate & Finance – Junior-Level, Mergers & Acquisitions Associate

Hogan Lovells Cadwalader US LLP; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 225,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Hogan Lovells Cadwalader US LLP in Baltimore is seeking a junior associate with 1–3 years of relevant experience to join its Corporate & Finance group, focusing on supporting M&A transactions, capital markets offerings, or public company advisory work.

The role offers exposure to sophisticated matters across industries and opportunities to take increasing responsibility; strong analytical and writing skills and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of relevant experience in corporate & finance work, including M&A, capital markets, or public company advisory.
• Strong analytical and writing skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a demanding, team-oriented environment.

Job description

The Baltimore office is seeking a talented junior associate with one to three years of relevant experience to join its nationally recognized Corporate & Finance team. The successful candidate will have strong foundational training and experience supporting sophisticated M&A transactions, capital markets offerings, or public company advisory work, and will be eager to continue developing within a high-caliber corporate practice. Our team advises clients across a broad range of industries, including technology, aerospace and defense, government services, life sciences, energy, and financial services, providing meaningful exposure to complex and high-profile matters. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical and writing skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a demanding, team-oriented environment. A genuine enthusiasm for learning, professional growth, and delivering exceptional client service is essential. This position offers significant opportunity to work closely with experienced practitioners, take increasing responsibility on matters, and develop as part of a collegial and supportive setting.

The expected base salary range for this role is $225,000 to $260,000 per year. This range reflects a good-faith estimate of pay at the time of posting; the actual compensation offered may vary depending on factors such as the candidate’s qualifications.

This position is eligible for additional forms of compensation, which may include annual performance bonuses and discretionary bonuses.

• Employees in this role are also eligible for benefits offered by the firm, subject to applicable plan terms and conditions, which currently include medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; and paid time off.
• Additional benefits may include relocation.

Hogan Lovells is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or other factors protected by law.

Hogan Lovells complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail].

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