M&A Attorney

Orion Placement; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orion Placement is seeking an on-site corporate/M&A attorney in Jersey City to advise clients on mergers, acquisitions, sales, and related transactions. The role provides direct exposure to owners and deal professionals.

Applicants must have an active New Jersey Bar license and at least 3 years of direct M&A experience. A portable book of business is preferred but not required. Salary ranges are indicated with benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey Bar license in good standing.
• 3+ years of direct M&A experience.
• Experience drafting and negotiating transactional agreements.
• Experience managing due diligence and transaction closings.
• Strong corporate transactional, drafting, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work on-site in Jersey City.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on mergers, acquisitions, sales, and other strategic business transactions
• Draft and negotiate purchase agreements, ancillary agreements, and transactional documents
• Manage legal due diligence and identify key transaction risks
• Coordinate deal processes from initial structuring through signing and closing
• Work directly with clients, opposing counsel, accountants, financial advisors, and other transaction professionals
• Advise clients on corporate governance and related business matters
• Manage multiple active transactions while maintaining strong attention to detail and deadlines
• Take increasing ownership of client relationships and matters based on experience
• Support business development and relationship-building initiatives where appropriate

Skills

M&A experience

Education

New Jersey Bar license

Job description

Pay: $150,000.00 - $225,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Take a hands-on role in sophisticated mergers, acquisitions, and corporate transactions
• Work directly on deals from initial diligence and structuring through negotiation and closing
• Build deeper transactional experience while working closely with clients and experienced attorneys
• Gain meaningful responsibility and direct exposure to business owners, executives, and other deal professionals
• Join an environment where experienced attorneys can expand their practice and client relationships
• Attorneys with a portable book of business may have opportunities for customized compensation arrangements

Location

Jersey City, New Jersey. This is an on-site opportunity offering close collaboration with attorneys and clients in one of the country's strongest corporate and financial markets.

Note

Candidates must be admitted to the New Jersey Bar and have at least 3 years of direct mergers and acquisitions experience. A portable book of business is preferred, but it is not required.

About Us

We are an established law practice serving businesses and individuals across sophisticated legal and commercial matters. Our team values practical advice, strong client relationships, thoughtful legal work, and attorneys who want to take meaningful ownership of their practice. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Advise clients on mergers, acquisitions, sales, and other strategic business transactions
• Draft and negotiate purchase agreements, ancillary agreements, and transactional documents
• Manage legal due diligence and identify key transaction risks
• Coordinate deal processes from initial structuring through signing and closing
• Work directly with clients, opposing counsel, accountants, financial advisors, and other transaction professionals
• Advise clients on corporate governance and related business matters
• Manage multiple active transactions while maintaining strong attention to detail and deadlines
• Take increasing ownership of client relationships and matters based on experience
• Support business development and relationship-building initiatives where appropriate

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey Bar license in good standing
• 3+ years of direct M&A experience
• Demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating transactional agreements
• Experience managing due diligence and transaction closings
• Strong corporate transactional, drafting, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to manage matters independently while working collaboratively with a team
• Ability to work on-site in Jersey City
• Portable book of business preferred, but not required

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Meaningful involvement in transactions rather than narrowly defined support work
• Direct client exposure and opportunities to build long-term relationships
• Increasing autonomy and responsibility as you demonstrate your capabilities
• Opportunity for experienced attorneys to grow an existing practice
• Collaborative, professional environment focused on high-quality legal work

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Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Requirements: Must-have: NJ bar license. 3+ yrs M&A exp. Preferred: Portable book of business

• Required Years as Associate: 1+
• Salary Bands (Only if attorney role): 3 to 4 years: $150,000 to $190,000;
• 5 to 7 years: $180,000 to $230,000;
• 8+ years: $210,000 to $275,000