Junior Corporate/M&A Associate Attorney (3-5 yrs.)

Jobot; Uniondale (NY); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Benefits package

PTO + holidays

Career growth

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Junior Corporate/M&A associate in a hybrid role in New York. The candidate will draft and negotiate corporate documents, oversee due diligence, review disclosure schedules, and provide legal guidance on governance and compliance. 3–5 years of corporate law experience and a JD are required.

This position offers a competitive compensation package with a hybrid schedule and comprehensive benefits. The company emphasizes accelerated career growth and strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• JD degree from an accredited law school.
• Bar admission to the state bar.
• Experience drafting and negotiating corporate documents including operating and stock purchase agreements.
• Experience conducting due diligence in M&A transactions and identifying risks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of corporate documents including operating agreements, stock purchase agreements, merger agreements, and other related documents.
• Conduct due diligence in M&A transactions, identifying potential legal risks and devising mitigation strategies.
• Provide legal advice on corporate governance, compliance issues, and business strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure all legal and regulatory requirements are met during transactions.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, providing timely and insightful legal advice.
• Stay informed about legislative changes affecting the company and clients.
• Support improvement of standard form agreements and legal processes.

Skills

Corporate Law

M&A Due Diligence

Drafting

Negotiation

Legal Research

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar Admission

Job description

Hybrid - Highly Sophisticated Work

Job details:

Salary: $175,000 - $225,000 per year

A bit about us

Our client is seeking a Junior Corporate/M&A associate. Candidate should have experience drafting transaction documents, overseeing and conducting legal due diligence, reviewing and compiling disclosure schedules. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Junior Corporate/M&A Associate Attorney who is looking to take their career to the next level. If you are passionate about corporate law and have a desire to provide top-notch legal services, we would love to hear from you.

Why join us

• Competitive compensation package
• Hybrid Work Schedule
• Complete benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
• PTO + Company paid holidays
• Accelerated Career Growth

Responsibilities

1. Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of corporate documents including operating agreements, stock purchase agreements, merger agreements, and other related documents.
2. Conduct due diligence in M&A transactions, identifying potential legal risks and devising mitigation strategies.
3. Provide legal advice on a broad array of corporate matters including corporate governance, compliance issues, and business strategies.
4. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure all legal and regulatory requirements are met during transactions.
5. Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing them with timely and insightful legal advice.
6. Keep abreast of legislative changes that may affect the company and its clients.
7. Support the continuous improvement of standard form agreements and legal processes.

Qualifications

1. Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
2. A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in corporate law with a focus on M&A transactions.
3. Admission to the state bar.
4. Proven experience in drafting and negotiating complex corporate documents including operating agreements and stock purchase agreements.
5. Strong understanding of corporate governance issues and compliance matters related to M&A.
6. Excellent legal research and writing skills.
7. Outstanding negotiation and interpersonal communication skills.
8. Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines.
9. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
10. High level of professionalism and confidentiality.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.