M&A Associate

BCG Attorney Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Competitive compensation

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a skilled M&A Associate to join its Transactions and Advisory Group in New York, NY. The ideal candidate will advise corporate clients and private equity funds on acquisitions, dispositions, and minority investments, managing high-stakes deal processes with precision and strategic insight.

The role requires 3–4 years of M&A experience, strong drafting abilities, and admission to the New York bar.

Qualifications

• 3–4 years of experience handling M&A and related transactional work.
• Experience drafting transaction documents and understanding corporate law and market terms.
• Willingness to take responsibility with a business development mindset.

Responsibilities

• Advise corporate clients and private equity funds on acquisitions, dispositions, minority investments, and corporate matters.
• Manage high-level transaction responsibilities, including effective deal management and strategic advisory.
• Draft and negotiate complex transaction documents, including merger agreements, purchase agreements, LLC agreements, and shareholder agreements.

Skills

Corporate law

M&A deal management

Drafting and negotiation

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

A law firm seeks a skilled M&A Associate to join its Transactions and Advisory Group in New York, NY. The ideal candidate will advise corporate clients and private equity funds on acquisitions, dispositions, and minority investments, managing complex deal processes with precision and strategic insight.

Duties

• Advise corporate clients and private equity funds on acquisitions, dispositions, minority investments, and general corporate matters.
• Manage high-level transaction responsibilities, including effective deal management and strategic advisory.
• Draft and negotiate complex transaction documents, including merger agreements, purchase agreements, LLC agreements, and shareholder agreements.

Requirements

• 3-4 years of experience handling M&A and related strategic transactional work.
• Substantial experience in drafting transaction documents and a strong understanding of corporate law and market terms.
• Proven ability to take on a high level of responsibility with a driven, business development-oriented mindset.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice law in New York.

Skills

• Expertise in corporate law, M&A transaction structures, and deal management.
• Strong analytical and drafting skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and client advisory capabilities.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Professional development and continuing legal education support.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment.

A top-ranked firm praised for its creative and innovative culture, associates also say that the firm’s lean staffing allows for plenty of substantial work opportunities. The firm also has represented high-profile clientele and offers market pay.