Corporate (Venture Capital & M&A) Associate

The People Of: Professional Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 235,000 - 310,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly wellness reimbursements

24/7 emotional and behavioural health support

Family-building benefits like IVF and adoption

Paid parental leave

In-home and back-up childcare options

Career coaching for working parents

401(k) retirement plan

Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts

Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance

Firm-paid CLE and bar dues

Job summary

The People Of: Professional Services in New York is seeking a Corporate Associate specializing in Venture Capital and M&A. This role requires 2-4 years of experience and excellent communication skills. You will advise clients on complex transactions and collaborate with teams across various functions.

The firm offers a competitive salary, discretionary bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package, including wellness reimbursements, childcare options, and career coaching. This is a unique opportunity to work with a premier firm committed to work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of corporate law experience in venture capital and M&A.
• Superior academic credentials from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on venture capital transactions and mergers & acquisitions.
• Draft and review transaction documents, lead negotiations, and manage deals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide strategic legal counsel.

Skills

Corporate law experience in venture capital and M&A

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Education

Superior academic credentials from an ABA-accredited law school

Admission to the New York Bar

Job description

Corporate Associate (Venture Capital & M&A) – New York

• Vacancy: Corporate Associate (Venture Capital & M&A)
• Experience: 2 to 4 years
• Firm: Top 40 Am Law Firm
• Location: New York City

We are working with a leading international law firm that is seeking a Corporate Associate with 2-4 years of law firm experience specializing in Venture Capital and Mergers & Acquisitions to join its New York office. This is an exciting opportunity to work on high-profile transactions in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on venture capital transactions and mergers & acquisitions
• Draft and review transaction documents, lead negotiations, and manage deals
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide strategic legal counsel

Ideal Candidate

• 2-4 years of corporate law experience in venture capital and M&A
• Superior academic credentials from an ABA-accredited law school
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Admission to the New York Bar

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $235,000 – $310,000 based on experience and year classification
• Discretionary merit bonuses based on performance
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Monthly wellness reimbursements
  • 24/7 emotional and behavioural health support, including virtual counselling
  • Family-building benefits such as IVF, adoption, surrogacy, and egg-freezing
  • Paid parental leave and parenting support concierge
  • In-home and back-up childcare options
  • Career coaching for working parents and tutoring/college coach for older children
  • 401(k) retirement plan with firm contributions
  • Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance options
  • Firm-paid CLE, bar review fees, and bar dues

Why Join?

This role offers the chance to work with a premier firm, advising on sophisticated transactions in venture capital and M&A. The firm is known for its collaborative culture and commitment to work‑life balance, providing attorneys with robust resources for both professional development and personal well‑being.

Location: New York City, NY