Corporate M&A/Private Equity Associate

Akerman LLP; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Akerman LLP is seeking a Corporate Associate in Fort Lauderdale, with a focus on M&A and private equity transactions. Ideal candidates should have 3 to 8 years of experience representing private equity sponsors, with strong skills in negotiation and drafting, along with excellent analytical and writing abilities.

The role involves managing complex transactions and requires a Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school and admission to the Florida or New York Bar. Positions are available in Fort Lauderdale, Miami, New York, or Orlando.

Qualifications

• 3-8 years of experience in M&A and private equity transactions.
• At least three years of corporate experience at an Am Law 100 firm.
• Admission to the Florida or New York Bar or willingness to sit for the exam.

Responsibilities

• Represent private equity sponsors in transactional matters.
• Manage multiple aspects of complex transactions.
• Coordinate deal execution and negotiate agreements.

Skills

Negotiating skills

Drafting skills

Analytical abilities

Writing abilities

Education

Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Akerman LLP seeks a Corporate Associate with 3 to 8 years of experience in M&A and private equity transactions. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience representing control-oriented private equity sponsors and their portfolio companies in a broad range of transactional matters, including platform acquisitions, add-on investments, dispositions, joint ventures, and minority investments. Candidates should be adept at managing multiple aspects of complex transactions, including structuring, due diligence, drafting and negotiating purchase and investment agreements, and coordinating deal execution. Must possess strong negotiating and drafting skills, excellent analytical and writing abilities, and a practical, business-oriented approach to problem-solving. Candidates must have at least three years of corporate experience at an Am Law 100 firm representing private equity sponsors. This position can be based in the firm’s Fort Lauderdale, Miami, New York, or Orlando offices. Qualified applicants must have a Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school and admission to the Florida or New York Bar (depending on office location), or a willingness to sit for the next available examination.

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