Corporate M&A Associate

Baker Botts LLP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Botts LLP is looking for a Corporate M&A Associate with 5–7 years of experience to join our Corporate Department in Houston, Austin, or Dallas. The successful candidate will manage M&A transactions from start to finish, directly supervise junior associates, and provide corporate governance advice.

The chosen associate will work with clients on complex business transactions and help them navigate mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures. Strong skills in drafting documents and negotiation are required.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of corporate transactional experience emphasizing public and private M&A.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills essential.
• Admission to practice in Texas or eligibility to waive in.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage M&A transactions from structuring through closing.
• Supervise and mentor junior associates.
• Advise clients on day-to-day corporate governance.

Skills

Mergers and acquisitions

Negotiation skills

Corporate governance

Communication skills

Team supervision

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Baker Botts is seeking a Corporate M&A Associate with 5–7 years of experience to join our Corporate Department in Austin, Dallas, or Houston. The ideal candidate will have meaningful experience representing both public and private companies in mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and other complex business transactions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage M&A transactions from structuring through closing, including drafting and negotiating principal transaction documents.
• Supervise and mentor junior associates and coordinate across practice areas to ensure efficient execution of transactions.
• Advise clients on day-to-day corporate governance and general corporate matters.
• Work closely with partners and clients to deliver practical, business-focused legal advice.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
• 4–7 years of corporate transactional experience, with a strong emphasis on public and private M&A.
• Proven ability to run workstreams and lead/supervise junior team members.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Admission to practice in Texas (or eligibility to waive in).

Baker Botts is an international law firm recognized for deep industry experience, a collaborative culture, and a commitment to excellence. Our Corporate group represents leading companies and investors in sophisticated transactions, offering associates early responsibility, client contact, and strong professional development.