Corporate M&A Associate Attorney

The People Of: Professional Services; Texas; On-site; USD 260,000 - 390,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development resources

Early responsibility and direct client engagement

Job summary

A leading international law firm is seeking a talented Corporate M&A Associate Attorney in Texas. This role expects 4-7 years of experience in corporate transactions, particularly M&A, along with strong drafting and negotiation skills. You'll play a pivotal role in managing complex deals, mentoring junior associates, and advising clients on corporate governance. This position promises significant responsibility and client engagement within a collaborative culture, making it an excellent opportunity for career advancement.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of corporate transactional experience, particularly in M&A.
• Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and communication skills required.
• Admission to practice in Texas or eligibility to waive in.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute M&A transactions from structuring through closing.
• Draft and negotiate principal transaction documents.
• Supervise and mentor junior associates.
• Advise clients on corporate governance and matters.

Skills

Transactional experience

Drafting and negotiation skills

Communication skills

Mentoring junior associates

Education

J.D. from a top-tier law school

Job description

Corporate M&A Associate Attorney – 4–7 Years’ Experience | Texas

A leading international law firm is seeking a talented Corporate M&A Associate to join its highly regarded Corporate practice in Austin, Dallas, or Houston. This is a compelling opportunity for a driven attorney with significant transactional experience to work on sophisticated deals alongside some of the most respected practitioners in the field. Salary $260k-$390k.

The Opportunity

You’ll play a pivotal role in high-value mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and other complex corporate transactions for a diverse client base that includes both public and private companies. From day one, you’ll have meaningful client contact and the opportunity to lead key workstreams, supported by a collaborative, growth‑oriented team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and execute M&A transactions from structuring through closing.
• Draft and negotiate principal transaction documents with precision and commercial awareness.
• Supervise and mentor junior associates, ensuring efficient and effective deal execution.
• Advise clients on corporate governance and day‑to‑day corporate matters.
• Partner closely with clients and colleagues to provide strategic, business‑minded legal counsel.

About You

• J.D. from a top‑tier law school with strong academic performance.
• 4–7 years of corporate transactional experience, with a primary focus on M&A.
• Skilled at managing complex deal processes and mentoring junior team members.
• Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Admission to practice in Texas (or eligibility to waive in).

Why This Firm

You’ll join a team known for its collaborative culture, intellectual rigor, and exposure to premier transactional work across industries. Associates here enjoy early responsibility, direct client engagement, and robust professional development resources—making this an ideal environment for attorneys ready to take the next step in their M&A careers.

Contact

To be considered, please contact Freddie at [e-mail] with your resume, cover letter, and law school transcript, deal sheet/representative matters.