Mid-Level M&A Associate — Elite Firm, Hybrid/On-site

Jobot; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 260,000 - 315,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life and AD&D coverage

Flexible PTO

Holidays and floating holiday

Parental Leave (18 weeks)

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a mid-level Corporate M&A Associate in Chicago to support partners on a broad range of transactions, with emphasis on M&A and private equity deals. The role involves drafting and negotiating transaction documents and leading due diligence efforts.

Ideal candidates have a J.D. from an accredited school, active bar admission in GA, IL, or NC (or eligibility to waive), and at least 4 years of transactional experience in a mid-to-large law firm environment.

Qualifications

• J.D. required with strong academic credentials.
• Active bar admission in GA, IL, or NC (or eligible to waive in).
• Minimum 4 years of transactional experience focused on M&A.

Responsibilities

• Support partners and deal teams on corporate transactions, with emphasis on M&A and private equity.
• Draft and negotiate M&A documents including purchase agreements and schedules.
• Lead and coordinate corporate due diligence projects.
• Manage complex transactions from signing through closing.
• Advise clients on corporate governance matters and securities law issues.

Skills

M&A experience

Drafting & negotiations

Due diligence

Corporate governance

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Jobot is seeking a mid-level Corporate M&A Associate in Chicago to support partners on a broad range of transactions, with emphasis on M&A and private equity deals. The role involves drafting and negotiating transaction documents and leading due diligence efforts.

Ideal candidates have a J.D. from an accredited school, active bar admission in GA, IL, or NC (or eligibility to waive), and at least 4 years of transactional experience in a mid-to-large law firm environment.