Mid-Level M&A & Private Equity Associate — Chicago

Permanent Placements LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Permanent Placements LLC is assisting a premier global law firm recruiting a mid-level Corporate Associate for its Mergers & Acquisitions and Private Equity practice in Chicago. The position targets lawyers with 3–6 years’ experience advising sponsors, private equity firms, and strategic clients across complex transactions.

The role involves structuring, negotiating acquisitions and dispositions, deal execution, and related corporate matters in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of M&A and/or private equity transactional experience at a top law firm
• Experience representing sponsors and strategic clients in sophisticated transactions
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and deal management capabilities
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Active admission to the Illinois Bar

Responsibilities

• Work on sophisticated M&A and private equity transactions from structuring to dispositions
• Manage deal execution and related corporate matters across multiple workstreams
• Draft and negotiate transactional documents with sponsors, buyers, and sellers
• Advise on regulatory and corporate governance considerations as needed

Skills

M&A experience

Private equity experience

Drafting

Negotiation

Deal management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Illinois Bar admission

Job description

Permanent Placements LLC is assisting a premier global law firm recruiting a mid-level Corporate Associate for its Mergers & Acquisitions and Private Equity practice in Chicago. The position targets lawyers with 3–6 years’ experience advising sponsors, private equity firms, and strategic clients across complex transactions.

The role involves structuring, negotiating acquisitions and dispositions, deal execution, and related corporate matters in a fast-paced environment.