Corporate M&A Associate Attorney

ThinkingAhead Executive Search; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity partner pathway

Standard law firm benefits

Mentoring opportunities

Job summary

A prominent law firm in Tampa is seeking a qualified attorney for their Corporate Mergers & Acquisitions/Private Equity practice. This position includes deal involvement, potential equity partnership, and strong mentoring. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of M&A or Private Equity experience, excellent credentials, and strong communication skills. The firm offers competitive compensation ranging from $175,000 to $250,000 per year, plus standard benefits and an option for in-person or hybrid work.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in Corporate M&A or Private Equity work.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Significant M&A transaction experience.

Responsibilities

• Involvement in front-line deals.
• Opportunity for equity partnership.
• Mentorship and professional development.

Skills

Corporate M&A experience

Private Equity work

Strong communication skills

Work ethic

Transaction experience

Education

Excellent academic credentials

Job description

Pay Range

This range is provided by ThinkingAhead Executive Search. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

$175,000.00/yr - $250,000.00/yr

Position Overview

Our client is a prominent AV Rated law firm located in Tampa, Florida. The firm is seeking a qualified attorney for their Corporate Mergers & Acquisitions / Private Equity practice.

This position offers front‑line deal involvement, an equity partner opportunity, and excellent compensation and benefits. The team has high expectations but also strong mentoring and a commitment to see attorneys grow and develop personally and professionally. Long‑term success requires intelligence, practicality, a keen business sense, and the ability to relate to our clients, including private equity and venture capital firms and local and national companies and lenders.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in Corporate M&A or Private Equity work.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Significant M&A transaction experience.
• Demonstrated strong work ethic.
• Comparable law firm experience.

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive base pay of $175,000 - $250,000 per year, with potential equity partner pathway.

Benefits include standard law firm packages and mentoring.

Work Model

In person or hybrid work is preferred, but remote model is open for the right candidate.

Application Process

Interviews will begin as soon as qualified candidates are identified. Please submit resume, cover letter, and salary requirements to Brian Vogt at [e-mail] for consideration. Confidentiality and discretion are assured.

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Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Legal

Industries

Law Practice and Legal Services