Corporate M&A

Percy Towers; New York (NY); On-site; USD 310,000 - 395,000; Full time

Job summary

Percy Towers seeks a corporate and transactional counsel at mid to senior associate level to drive sophisticated deals in a leading AmLaw 100 environment. The role spans public and private M&A, private equity, and corporate governance across multiple markets.

The incoming attorney will manage from inception to closing, coordinating with sponsors, portfolio companies, and growth funds, while negotiating key agreements and leading due diligence.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited school with strong credentials.
• Active bar admission in MA, NY, PA or DC in good standing.
• 4–7 years in corporate, M&A and private equity in a law firm.
• Exceptional drafting, analytical and client-facing skills.
• Strong teamwork and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Handle sophisticated transactional matters from inception to closing.
• Serve as integral team member on mid-market to large-scale deals.
• Draft, review and negotiate core transactional agreements.
• Counsel entities on governance, contracts, and structuring.
• Lead due diligence and synthesize strategic recommendations.

Skills

Securities law

M&A experience

Corporate governance

Drafting & negotiation

Due diligence leadership

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Corporate & Transactional Counsel | Mid to Senior-Level Associate

Practice Area

Broad-Based General Corporate, Mergers & Acquisitions, and Private Equity

Location

Boston, MA; New York, NY; Philadelphia, PA; or Washington, D.C.

Salary

New York, NY & Washington, D.C.: $310,000 to $395,000 Base Salary; Boston, MA: $280,000 to $360,000 Base Salary; Philadelphia, PA: Market-competitive rate specific to geographic location (Comprehensive compensation package includes performance-based monetary bonuses, full medical/dental/vision coverage, life/disability plans, 401(k) retirement matching, commuter benefits, and well-being programs)

Schedule

Full-time, Direct-Hire, Partner Track Opportunity

The Firm

Our client is an elite, nationally recognized AmLaw 100 law firm renowned for its steadfast commitment to associate development and consistent elevations to partnership. The firm’s Corporate, M&A, and Securities Practice Group is ranked highly in prestige, delivering high-stakes transactional counsel to middle-market enterprises, global entities, and private equity sponsors. Known for maintaining a collegiate, collaborative environment, the platform provides senior-level mentorship and substantive client-facing exposure. This role offers a dedicated track for self-motivated attorneys eager to build a long-term, lucrative practice within a growth-oriented corporate group.

Duties

The incoming Corporate Associate will join a dynamic practice group and manage sophisticated transactional matters from inception to closing. The attorney will serve as an integral team member on mid-market to large-scale deals, driving transaction execution and strategic risk advisory.

Core responsibilities include

• Architecting and executing complex transactional structures for public and private mergers, acquisitions, strategic investments, and joint ventures.
• Representing private equity sponsors, growth equity funds, and portfolio companies across all stages of investment, buyouts, and divestitures.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating core transactional agreements, including stock purchase agreements, asset purchase contracts, operating agreements, and merger instruments.
• Counseling business entities on general corporate governance, commercial contract compliance, organizational structuring, and ongoing operational strategies.
• Conducting and managing multi-faceted due diligence processes, identifying liabilities, and synthesizing strategic recommendations for senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school with outstanding academic and professional credentials.
• Active Bar admission in good standing in the respective jurisdiction of the seated office (MA, NY, PA, or D.C.).
• Four (4) to Seven (7) years of dedicated legal experience handling broad-based corporate matters, M&A, and private equity transactions within a reputable law firm setting.
• Exceptional drafting, analytical, and oral communication skills, with a proven track record of handling client-facing responsibilities.
• Demonstrated interpersonal adaptability, self-motivation, confidence, and a team-oriented mindset.

Skills

• Substantive legal knowledge of federal and state securities laws (including private placements, regulatory compliance, and reporting).
• Experience navigating corporate finance transactions, leverage buyouts, debt instruments, and credit facilities.
• Proven capacity to independently manage transaction workflows, direct due diligence teams, and interface directly with executive leadership and investors.

Notice

This is a job advertisement on behalf of our client and does not reflect the full job description for the role. Any qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. You will need to provide law school transcripts, a writing sample or deal sheets, and a cover letter in order to be considered for this role. This posting does not constitute an offer of employment and the listed compensation details may vary by state or experience and will be discussed thoroughly during the interview phase.