M&A Associate

Buchanan; Washington, Northern (District of Columbia, KY); Hybrid; USD 235,000 - 435,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Parental leave

Mentorship

Job summary

Buchanan LLC in Washington DC seeks an Associate for its Mergers & Acquisitions practice to advise private equity sponsors, general partners, and institutional investors on complex transactions and strategic initiatives.

You will draft and negotiate transaction documents, oversee due diligence, and coordinate with clients, financial advisors, and internal teams to drive high-profile GP-led and sponsor-side deals forward.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• Admission to the bar in the relevant jurisdiction (or eligibility to waive in).
• 3-7 years of experience in M&A, private equity, or related transactional practice.
• Demonstrated experience with sponsor-side transactions and GP-led solutions preferred.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex transactions in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience advising private equity sponsors or asset managers.
• Familiarity with fund structures and GP/LP dynamics.
• Background at a top-tier law firm or relevant in-house experience.

Responsibilities

• Represent private equity sponsors and general partners in mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and secondary transactions.
• Advise on GP-led transactions, including continuation funds, fund restructurings, and liquidity solutions.
• Draft and negotiate transaction agreements, including purchase agreements, partnership agreements, and related documentation.
• Conduct and oversee due diligence processes and coordinate with specialist teams.
• Provide strategic legal advice on deal structuring, execution, and risk management.
• Collaborate closely with clients, financial advisors, and internal teams to drive transactions forward.

Skills

Drafting

Negotiation

Due Diligence

M&A experience

Education

J.D. from accredited law school

Job description

Overview

A leading international law firm is looking for a talented Associate to join it's Mergers & Acquisitions practice. This role focuses on advising private equity sponsors, general partners, and institutional investors on complex transactions and strategic initiatives. The Associate will work on high-profile deals, providing sophisticated counsel across the investment lifecycle.

What You’ll Do

• Represent private equity sponsors and general partners in mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and secondary transactions
• Advise on GP-led transactions, including continuation funds, fund restructurings, and liquidity solutions
• Draft and negotiate transaction agreements, including purchase agreements, partnership agreements, and related documentation
• Conduct and oversee due diligence processes and coordinate with specialist teams
• Provide strategic legal advice on deal structuring, execution, and risk management
• Collaborate closely with clients, financial advisors, and internal teams to drive transactions forward

About You

• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials
• Admission to the bar in the relevant jurisdiction (or eligibility to waive in)
• 3-7 years of experience in M&A, private equity, or related transactional practice
• Demonstrated experience with sponsor-side transactions and GP-led solutions preferred
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple complex transactions in a fast-paced environment
• Experience advising private equity sponsors or asset managers
• Familiarity with fund structures and GP/LP dynamics
• Background at a top-tier law firm or relevant in-house experience

Benefits

• Competitive base salary ranging from $235,000 to $435,000
• Performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions
• Generous paid time off and parental leave
• Professional development and mentorship opportunities

The Process

• Two-stage interview process.

Join a market-leading M&A practice at the forefront of GP-led innovation. You will work on cutting-edge transactions, gain direct client exposure, and collaborate with a team of highly regarded practitioners in a dynamic and supportive environment.