Mergers and Acquisitions Associate

TPO search; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 260,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Robust benefits

Supportive and inclusive culture

Job summary

A leading AmLaw 100 firm in Atlanta is seeking a mid-level Mergers and Acquisitions Associate to join its highly regarded M&A and Corporate Finance group. This role involves leading high-value transactions and working directly with clients across various industries, particularly in private equity. Candidates should have 4-6 years of M&A experience and strong legal skills. The firm offers competitive compensation and a collaborative, inclusive culture. Remote work options may be considered.

Qualifications

• 4 to 6 years of experience in complex M&A and corporate transactions.
• Substantive experience in managing multiple private equity transactions.
• Proven ability to handle legal due diligence and transaction execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support M&A transactions from inception through closing.
• Draft and negotiate equity and asset purchase agreements.
• Conduct legal due diligence and summarize findings for clients.
• Manage deal timelines and coordinate with internal teams.
• Provide strategic advice based on legal and business considerations.
• Participate in client relationship management.

Skills

Complex M&A and corporate transactions

Managing private equity transactions

Drafting equity and asset purchase agreements

Legal due diligence

Client management and teamwork

Written and verbal communication

Analytical skills

Project management

Education

Georgia Bar admission

Job description

Mergers and Acquisitions Associate

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Vacancy: Mergers and Acquisitions Associate

Experience: 4–6 years

Salary: $260,000–$365,000 (DOE)

Firm: AmLaw 100 Firm

Location: Atlanta, Georgia

Requirements

• 4 to 6 years of experience in complex M&A and corporate transactions.
• Substantive experience managing private equity transactions and private company M&A.
• Proven ability to handle equity and asset purchase agreements, due diligence, and transaction execution.
• Familiarity with client management, third-party advisor coordination, and cross-functional teamwork.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, analytical, and project management skills.
• Georgia Bar admission required or ability to become admitted.

About The Role

A leading AmLaw 100 firm is seeking a mid-level associate to join its nationally recognized M&A and Corporate Finance group in Atlanta. The team handles high-value transactions across a range of industries, with a focus on private equity and private target M&A. This is an opportunity to work directly with clients, investment bankers, and advisors on sophisticated deals with national and international scope.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support M&A transactions from inception through closing.
• Draft and negotiate equity and asset purchase agreements and ancillary documents.
• Conduct legal due diligence and summarize findings for clients.
• Manage deal timelines, coordinate with internal teams, and communicate with stakeholders.
• Provide actionable, strategic advice to clients based on business and legal considerations.
• Participate in business development and client relationship management.

Why Join?

• Join a top-ranked M&A practice with global reach.
• Work directly with high-profile private equity clients.
• Gain hands‑on deal experience and responsibility.
• Supportive, inclusive, and innovative firm culture.

About The Firm

• Competitive compensation and robust benefits.

This AmLaw 100 firm has a truly global footprint and a collaborative, client‑focused culture. Known for its high‑level deal work and commitment to diversity and innovation, the firm offers its attorneys the opportunity to grow within a supportive and inclusive environment.

To apply for this opportunity, please click the “Apply” button or email your resume, transcript, and deal sheet to [e-mail].

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