Corporate M&A/Private Equity Associate

Akerman LLP; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 190,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Akerman LLP seeks a Corporate Associate with 5 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.

Must possess strong negotiating and drafting skills, and a practical, business-oriented approach to

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in M&A and private equity transactions.
• Experience representing control-oriented private equity sponsors and portfolio companies.
• Strong drafting and negotiating skills; ability to manage complex transactions.
• Bar admission in Florida or New York; JD from ABA-accredited school.

Responsibilities

• Structure and negotiate purchase agreements and related investment agreements.
• Conduct due diligence and coordinate deal execution across teams.
• Advise on transactions including platform acquisitions, add-ons, dispositions, JVs, and minority investments.

Skills

M&A experience

Private equity

Negotiation

Drafting

Due diligence

Deal coordination

Education

Juris Doctor (ABA-accredited)

Job description

Akerman LLP seeks a Corporate Associate with 5 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 five 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.

About the Firm

Founded in 1920, Akerman is recognized as one of the country’s premier law firms, with more than 700 lawyers in 24 offices throughout the United States. To learn more about our firm, please visit us at www.akerman.com.

Firm Recognitions

• 2026 Law Firm of the Year for LBO and Private Equity (Best Lawyers)
• Top 100 U.S. Law Firms (The American Lawyer)
• Among the Most Innovative Law Firms (Financial Times)
• Ranked among 100 Most Prestigious U.S. Law Firms (Vault)
• Ranked among Top U.S. Law Firms for Client Service in the "BTI Client Service A-Team" report (BTI Consulting)

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