Mergers and Acquisitions, Associate

Hogan Lovells Cadwalader US LLP; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 260,000 - 390,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The Philadelphia office of Hogan Lovells Cadwalader seeks an outstanding mid-level associate (4th–6th year) to join our sophisticated and growing M&A practice, advising public and private company clients on cross-border and domestic transactions across life sciences, health care, energy, consumer, and financial services sectors.

The ideal candidate will have experience in mergers and acquisitions and general corporate matters, including due diligence, drafting transaction agreements, and

Qualifications

• The candidate will have experience in mergers and acquisitions and general corporate matters, including due diligence of targets, drafting transaction agreements and coordinating with client teams.
• Familiarity with Delaware and New York corporate and federal securities laws is preferred.
• Excellent academic credentials and a strong work ethic and interpersonal skills are required.
• Large regional or national law firm experience is preferred.

Skills

M&A experience

Corporate matters

Due diligence

Transaction drafting

Client interaction

Education

Law degree (ABA-accredited)

Job description

The Philadelphia office of Hogan Lovells Cadwalader seeks an outstanding mid-level associate (4th-6th year) to join our sophisticated and growing M&A practice. We represent public and private company clients on cross-border and domestic transactions in a broad range of industries, with an emphasis on transactions in the life sciences and healthcare, energy, consumer, and financial services sectors. Hogan Lovells Cadwalader provides its professionals with a large international platform with tangible opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

The ideal candidate will have experience in mergers and acquisitions and general corporate matters, including conducting due diligence of acquisition targets, drafting transaction agreements and interacting effectively with client teams. Applicants should be generally familiar with Delaware and New York corporate and federal securities laws. Excellent academic credentials and a strong work ethic and interpersonal skills are required. Large regional, national or international law firm experience is preferred. It is critical that candidates are comfortable working and interacting with large deal teams on complex transactions and able to integrate into a dynamic team environment.

Candidates must be admitted to the Pennsylvania Bar. The expected base salary range for this role is $260,000 to $390,000 per year. This range reflects a good-faith estimate of pay at the time of posting; the actual compensation offered may vary depending on factors such as the candidate’s qualifications. This position is eligible for additional forms of compensation, which may include annual performance bonuses and discretionary bonuses.

Employees in this role are also eligible for benefits offered by the firm, subject to applicable plan terms and conditions, which currently include medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; and paid time off. Additional benefits may include relocation. Please review this link for more information regarding employee benefits in the United States.

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• a 401(k) retirement plan
• paid time off

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

A resume or CV is a must for our application system. We also encourage you to include a cover letter to tell us why you are interested in this position and a law school transcript (or the equivalent). Candidates for lawyer opportunities in the U.S. must have a law degree from an ABA‑accredited law school and be a member of the Bar in the United States.

This job description sets forth the responsibilities of this position and may be changed from time to time as shall be determined.

Hogan Lovells Cadwalader is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or other factors protected by law. Hogan Lovells Cadwalader complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail].

Hogan Lovells Cadwalader brings together more than 3,100 lawyers across 36+ worldwide offices, combining global reach with deep sector expertise. Strategically placed at the intersection of business, finance, and government. Working seamlessly across practice areas and borders. Our combination marks a new chapter. Prepare to join teams of people that want you to succeed, where ideas move quickly, support is shared freely, and colleagues help each other grow, creating an inclusive culture where everyone can belong. You'll be challenged to perform at the highest level in an environment shaped by precision, judgement, and exceptional standards. Its a culture that expects excellence and gives you the opportunity to develop in every moment. Hogan Lovells Cadwalader is a global law firm with offices in many jurisdictions and countries. Some of the information displayed may not be applicable to the region in which you are applying, your individual situation or the local legal framework. The system uses standard terminology that applies irrespective of whether you are/will be an employee, partner or self-employed.