Managing Associate – M&A / Private Equity

The People Of: Professional Services; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 365,000 - 390,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, vision)

Flexible Time Off (FTO) & 12+ paid holidays

401(k) with firm match

Job summary

The People Of: Professional Services is seeking a Managing Associate – M&A / Private Equity to join a premier international law firm. This role entails leading transactions, collaborating with a high-performing team, and providing mentorship opportunities. The ideal candidate has 5–6 years of experience, a JD from a top-tier law school, and is licensed in NY or CA. The firm offers a salary of $365,000–$390,000 along with comprehensive healthcare, flexible time off, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• 5–6 years of M&A/private equity experience at a leading law firm.
• Licensed (or eligible) in NY or CA, depending on location.
• Solid deal sheet reflecting a mix of public and private M&A.

Responsibilities

• Lead role on M&A and PE transactions, including deal structuring and negotiations.
• Collaborate with a high-performing team across coasts.
• Direct client contact and mentorship from partners.

Skills

M&A experience

Private equity experience

Strong communication

Team-oriented mindset

Education

JD from a top-tier law school

Job description

Managing Associate – M&A / Private Equity

Location: New York, San Francisco, or Orange County

Experience: 5–6 years

Salary: $365,000–$390,000

Firm: Top-tier AmLaw

Work Arrangement: Hybrid/Flexible

Opportunity

A premier international law firm seeks a Managing Associate to join its highly ranked M&A and Private Equity team. The position offers the chance to work on high-profile, fast-paced domestic and cross-border deals alongside market-leading partners and blue-chip clients in tech, energy, and financial sectors.

Key Highlights

• Play a lead role on M&A and PE transactions, including deal structuring, due diligence, and negotiations
• Collaborate with a close-knit, high-performing team across coasts and internationally
• Deep exposure to both sponsor- and target-side representations in complex deals
• Direct client contact and mentorship from top-ranked partners
• Consistent deal flow from one of the most active M&A practices globally

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 5–6 years of M&A/private equity experience at a leading law firm
• Strong academic background and JD from a top-tier law school
• Licensed (or eligible) in NY or CA, depending on location
• Solid deal sheet reflecting a mix of public and private M&A
• Confident communicator and team-oriented mindset

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $365K – $390K, plus discretionary annual bonus
• Comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
• Mental health & wellness resources
• 401(k) with firm match, HSA/FSA options
• Short/long-term disability, life, long-term care, and pet insurance
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) & 12+ paid holidays
• Generous parental leave & family support
• Ongoing training, business development coaching, and CLE