Jr Corporate Associate Attorney - Norwalk, CT

Beacon Hill; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of PTO and paid holidays

401(k) with discretionary matching

Discretionary year-end bonus

Job summary

A well-established Connecticut law firm is seeking a Corporate Associate to join their team in Norwalk, CT. This role is ideal for a junior associate looking for mentorship and the chance to handle various transactions, including mergers and acquisitions. Candidates must have at least 1 year of corporate experience and preferably be admitted to the Connecticut bar. The firm emphasizes career growth, offering a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Qualifications

• 1+ years of corporate transactions experience required.
• Connecticut bar admission strongly preferred.
• Willingness to obtain Connecticut admission promptly if not already obtained.

Responsibilities

• Work on a variety of deals.
• Engage in high-value closings.
• Client interaction in fast-paced transactional work.

Job description

A well-established Connecticut law firm is seeking a Corporate Associate to join their growing team in Norwalk, CT. This is a great opportunity for a junior associate to work on a variety of deals and gain one-on-one mentorship.

The Practice

The firm represents closely held and middle‑market businesses across a wide range of industries, including service businesses, restaurants, medical practices, technology companies, HVAC, plumbing, pest control, and other trade-based companies. The practice is particularly active in:

• Purchase and sale of businesses
• Mergers & acquisitions
• Shareholder and partnership matters
• Business formation and governance
• Private equity-adjacent transactions involving legacy businesses + more

Associates are exposed to real responsibility early, including fast-paced transactional work, client interaction, and high-value closings.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of corporate transactions experience required
• Connecticut bar admission strongly preferred
• Candidates without CT admission/experience will be considered if eligible and willing to obtain it promptly
• Fully in-office role (Norwalk, CT)
• Collaborative, traditional law firm environment with a strong emphasis on mentorship and long-term growth
• No formal billable hour requirement

The firm values attorneys who are interested in building a long-term career, with partnership being a realistic goal for those who excel and remain committed.

• Salary Range: $105,000 - $135,000 + discretionary year-end bonus
• Medical, dental, & vision are offered
• Three weeks of PTO and paid holidays
• 401(k) with discretionary matching

If this role piqued your interest, please apply!

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

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Company Profile:

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.

Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com.

Benefits Information:

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.