M&A / Private Equity Attorney

Umanist NA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal consulting firm in New York is seeking an experienced professional for a senior-level role focusing on M&A and private equity transactions. Candidates must have at least 8 years of transactional experience, strong corporate law knowledge, and the ability to manage deals independently. This role offers significant client interaction and opportunities for business development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years transactional experience, 5 years in M&A and private equity.
• Demonstrated ability to manage deals comprehensively from term sheet to close.
• Strong knowledge of corporate law, excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise corporate clients on various types of strategic transactions.
• Manage complex deals and lead business development efforts.

Skills

private equity

complex transactions

corporate law

Education

Law degree

Admission to New York Bar

Job description

Overview

This role is ideal for candidates with at least 8 years of transactional experience who are looking for an on-track senior-level position with meaningful client responsibility and the opportunity to help lead complex matters. Candidates should be confident advising corporate clients and private equity sponsors on acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, minority investments, and other strategic transactions.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of transactional experience, with at least 5 years of immediate past experience focused exclusively on M&A and private equity transactions.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage deals from term sheet to close, including drafting and negotiating core transaction documents.
• Strong knowledge of corporate law and prevailing market terms, and sound judgment as to when partner and specialist input is necessary on complex transactions.
• Entrepreneurial mindset, client-service orientation, and the ability to work with a high degree of autonomy.
• Excellent academic credentials and superior written and oral communication skills.
• This position offers significant client contact and the opportunity to contribute to business development efforts within the group.
• Admission to and good standing with the New York Bar is required.
• Prior Experience At An Am Law 50 Firm

Skills

Skills: private equity, bar, complex transactions

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Business Development and Sales

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting