Mid-Level MampA Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) Retirement plan

Disability and Life insurance

Adoption Assistance

Backup Care for Dependents

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a mid-level M&A associate to join their Transactions Practice Group in Palo Alto, CA. This role focuses on U.S. and cross-border mergers and acquisitions, with an emphasis on private equity-driven transactions.

The ideal candidate will have 4-8 years of relevant experience, strong drafting and negotiation skills, and will represent clients in complex transactions. The position includes benefits such as medical insurance and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• 4-8 years of relevant M&A experience.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Experience managing multiple workstreams in transactions.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in complex corporate M&A transactions.
• Draft and negotiate throughout the transaction lifecycle.
• Engage in business development and build client relationships.

Skills

Drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Business development

Education

JD from an ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level M&A associate to join their Transactions Practice Group in Palo Alto, CA. This role focuses on U.S. and cross-border mergers and acquisitions, with an emphasis on private equity-driven transactions. The position offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated matters as part of a collaborative national platform.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in complex corporate M&A transactions, including acquisitions, divestitures, and mergers.
• Draft, negotiate, and communicate effectively throughout the transaction lifecycle.
• Manage multiple workstreams and interact directly with clients and opposing counsel.
• Engage in business development and build long-term client relationships.

Requirements

• 4-8 years of relevant M&A experience.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Experience managing multiple workstreams in transactions.
• Interest in business development and client relationship building.
• Education: JD from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active member in good standing of the Bar where admitted to practice.
• Timely admission to the Bar of the state where the hiring office is located.

Skills

• Strong academic credentials.
• Collegiality and intellectual curiosity.
• Practical approach to client service.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement plan.
• Disability and Life insurance.
• Adoption Assistance.
• Backup Care for Dependents.