Corporate & Finance – Mid-to-Senior Level, Mergers & Acquisitions Associate

Hogan Lovells Cadwalader US LLP; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 260,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Relocation

Job summary

Hogan Lovells Cadwalader US LLP in Baltimore seeks a mid-to-senior level associate with 3–5 years of relevant experience to join its Corporate & Finance team. The ideal candidate will advise on complex domestic and cross-border M&A transactions, including strategic alliances and JVs, across diverse industries.

Strong drafting, negotiation, and multi-workstream management skills are essential, with a focus on governance and financing matters.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of relevant corporate/M&A experience.
• Experience with complex domestic and cross-border transactions.
• Experience in governance matters and securities issuances or private equity financings is a plus.
• Ability to mentor and supervise junior associates.

Responsibilities

• Advise on complex domestic and cross-border M&A transactions.
• Draft and negotiate transaction documents across industries.
• Collaborate with client teams and manage multiple workstreams.
• Provide guidance on governance issues and financing matters.

Skills

High-level M&A drafting

Negotiation skills

Team collaboration

Mentoring junior associates

Cross-border experience

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission in the United States

Job description

The Baltimore office is seeking an outstanding mid-to-senior level associate with three to five years of relevant experience to join its nationally recognized Corporate & Finance team.

The successful candidate will bring excellent law firm training and substantial experience advising on complex domestic and cross-border M&A transactions, including strategic alliances and joint ventures, in a sophisticated corporate practice, ideally at a leading national or international law firm.

Our team represents clients across a diverse range of industries, including technology, aerospace and defense, government services, life sciences, energy, and financial services.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent drafting and negotiating skills; the ability to manage multiple workstreams and collaborate effectively with sophisticated client management teams; and a strong interest in challenging, high-profile transactional work.

Experience advising on corporate governance matters and familiarity with securities issuances or private equity financings is a plus.

A strong desire and ability to work in a collegial, team-oriented environment is essential, including a demonstrated commitment to mentoring and supervising junior associates.

The expected base salary range for this role is $260,000 to $365,000 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.

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• a 401(k) retirement plan
• paid time off
• relocation

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Candidates for lawyer opportunities in the U.S. must have a law degree from an ABA-accredited law school and be a member of the Bar in the United States.

This job description sets forth the responsibilities of this position and may be changed from time to time as shall be determined.

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.

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Hogan Lovells Cadwalader brings together more than 3,100 lawyers across 36+ worldwide offices, combining global reach with deep sector expertise.

Strategically placed at the intersection of business, finance, and government.

Working seamlessly across practice areas and borders.

Our combination marks a new chapter.

Prepare to join teams of people that want you to succeed, where ideas move quickly, support is shared freely, and colleagues help each other grow, creating an inclusive culture where everyone can belong.

You’ll be challenged to perform at the highest level in an environment shaped by precision, judgement, and exceptional standards.

It’s a culture that expects excellence and gives you the opportunity to develop in every moment.

Hogan Lovells Cadwalader is a global law firm with offices in many jurisdictions and countries.

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