Corporate M&A & Securities Senior Associate Attorney

The People Of: Professional Services; United States; On-site; USD 230,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

The People Of: Professional Services seeks a Corporate M&A & Securities Senior Associate with 5–7 years of law firm experience to join its dynamic team handling complex private equity and transactional matters. This role requires operating at a senior level, managing critical deal components, and advising sponsors and portfolio companies.

You'll work on full life cycles of private equity and middle-market M&A transactions within a national and international platform, collaborating with partners

Qualifications

• JD required.
• 5–7 years of law firm experience, preferably at a large national or international platform.
• Significant experience with M&A and private equity transactions, including middle-market deals.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills with a deep understanding of transaction documentation.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to manage client relationships effectively.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and negotiating acquisition agreements and the suite of M&A and private equity documents.
• Supporting sponsors and portfolio companies across the investment lifecycle.
• Advising on corporate governance and transaction structuring matters.
• Managing deal execution and coordinating stakeholders.

Skills

M&A experience

Drafting & negotiation

Client relationships

Deal governance

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission or eligibility

Job description

Corporate M&A & Securities Senior Associate (5–7 Years)

Locations: Major U.S. Markets

A sophisticated corporate practice is seeking a Senior Associate with 5–7 years of law firm experience to join a dynamic Corporate M&A and Securities team handling complex private equity and transactional matters. This opportunity is well suited for an attorney ready to operate at a senior level, manage critical deal components, and serve as a trusted advisor to sponsors and portfolio companies.

The Opportunity

This role offers exposure to the full lifecycle of private equity and middle-market M&A transactions, from initial platform investments through add-on acquisitions, portfolio company governance, and exits. You’ll work closely with partners and clients, take ownership of significant workstreams, and contribute meaningfully to a collaborative, growth-oriented practice with a strong national and international platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting and negotiating acquisition agreements and the full suite of M&A and private equity transaction documents
• Supporting private equity sponsors and portfolio companies across the investment lifecycle
• Advising on corporate governance and transaction structuring matters
• Managing deal execution and coordinating internal and external stakeholders
• Serving as a senior resource to junior attorneys and deal teams

Qualifications

• JD required
• 5–7 years of prior experience at a law firm, preferably at a large national or international platform
• Significant experience with M&A and private equity transactions, including middle‑market deals
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills with a deep understanding of transaction documentation
• Excellent interpersonal skills, sound business judgment, and the ability to manage client relationships effectively
• Bar admission or eligibility for admission in the relevant jurisdiction
• Willingness to work in‑office on a regular basis as part of a collaborative team environment

Why This Role

This position offers senior‑level responsibility, sophisticated deal exposure, and clear opportunities for advancement within a collegial, well‑resourced practice that values professionalism, teamwork, and long‑term growth.

Advert Code: MLFS 164