Corporate - M&A Associate (Mid-Level) - WPB

GT Restructuring; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to high-caliber work

Collaborative culture

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Greenberg Traurig, a global law firm, seeks a mid-level Associate (4–6 years) for its Corporate Practice in West Palm Beach. This role involves drafting and negotiating key transaction documents while managing due diligence.

Candidates should possess a J.D. from an accredited law school with admission to the Florida Bar. Responsibilities include project management and client interactions within a fast-paced environment.

Enjoy access to an extensive client base and opportunities for growth in a vibrant South Florida market.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of substantive M&A and general corporate experience at a law firm.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a high-volume practice.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Drafting transaction documents including letters of intent and purchase agreements.
• Managing due diligence processes.
• Coordinating with tax, regulatory, finance, and litigation colleagues.
• Participating in client meetings.
• Assisting with closing preparations.

Skills

Drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Project management skills

Teamwork

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Admission to the Florida Bar

Job description

Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm, has an exciting full-time employment opportunity for a mid-level Associate (4–6 years) in the Corporate Practice, Mergers and Acquisitions group, of our West Palm Beach office. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package. GT is consistently among the top firms on the Am Law Global 100; the Corporate Associate will have the opportunity to work with clients, large and small, from a variety of industries across the country. This is a full-time position based in our West Palm Beach office.

This is an opportunity to work on sophisticated transactions for high-profile clients—both domestic and international—while enjoying the unique quality of life that South Florida offers. Our team handles deals across industries including healthcare, technology, infrastructure, insurance, education, manufacturing, retail, hospitality, equestrian, data centers, real estate and financial services, leveraging GT’s global platform to deliver seamless, full-service counsel.

What Your Day May Look Like

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating key transaction documents, including letters of intent, asset purchase agreements, stock purchase agreements, and merger agreements.
• Managing due diligence processes, including reviewing contracts, corporate records, and regulatory materials.
• Coordinating with tax, regulatory, finance, and litigation colleagues on transaction-related issues.
• Drafting private placement memorandum and subscription packages.
• Participating in client meetings and conference calls, providing strategic input and updates.
• Assisting with closing preparations, including drafting closing deliverables, and ensuring post-closing obligations are met.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Florida Bar or willingness to become admitted promptly.
• 4–6 years of substantive M&A and general corporate experience at a national or regional law firm.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and project management skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a high-volume practice.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cross-border transactions.
• Familiarity with private equity transactions.
• Comfort working directly with clients and managing multiple deals simultaneously.

Why Greenberg Traurig – West Palm Beach?

• Access to high-caliber work with the resources of an international Am Law 100 firm.
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture that values initiative and client service.
• Join a fast-growing market – South Florida is one of the nation’s fastest-growing markets and Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach are among the strongest growth areas in the U.S.
• Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach lifestyle—enjoy the area’s beaches, outdoor sports, equestrian venues, vibrant cultural scene, and year-round sunshine while working on sophisticated, market-leading deals.
• Opportunities for career growth and cross-office collaboration across GT’s 45+ locations worldwide.

GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individual’s race, sex, or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis.