Cravath-Scale M&A Associate (2–7 yrs) – Elite Transactions

Pathfinder Legal Placement; New York (NY); On-site; USD 235,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Pathfinder Legal Placement is recruiting for Cravath-scale AmLaw 100 M&A Associates with 2 to 7 years of experience for its New York, Miami, or Washington, D.C. offices.

These roles offer exposure to sophisticated corporate and M&A matters, representing public and private companies, investors, and private equity sponsors across complex transactions. Base salary ranges from $235,000 to $420,000 with Cravath-scale compensation; bonus potential is $30,000 to $115,000 based on performance

Qualifications

• 2 to 7 years of corporate transactional experience at a prestigious firm
• Direct experience with structuring and negotiating transactions, due diligence, and related documents
• Demonstrated ability to manage work-streams and supervise junior team members
• JD from a top law school with strong academic credentials
• Admitted in NY, FL, or DC (or eligible to waive in)

Responsibilities

• Represent public and private companies, investors, and PE sponsors in M&A, corporate governance, and advisory matters
• Manage multiple transactions and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Interact with clients, investment bankers, and other advisors
• Supervise junior team members at the appropriate level

Skills

Corporate transactional experience

M&A expertise

Client interaction

Leadership/ supervision

Education

JD from top law school

Job description

Pathfinder Legal Placement is recruiting for Cravath-scale AmLaw 100 M&A Associates with 2 to 7 years of experience for its New York, Miami, or Washington, D.C. offices.

These roles offer exposure to sophisticated corporate and M&A matters, representing public and private companies, investors, and private equity sponsors across complex transactions. Base salary ranges from $235,000 to $420,000 with Cravath-scale compensation; bonus potential is $30,000 to $115,000 based on performance