Paralegal - Mergers & Acquisitions

Gainor Staffing; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global law firm is seeking a Paralegal to support their Mergers & Acquisitions practice in New York City. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of paralegal experience in corporate or M&A matters. Responsibilities include supporting attorneys on transactions, coordinating due diligence, and managing document indexing. Competitive annual salary ranging from $100,000 to $118,000, based on experience. This role offers a hybrid work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of paralegal experience in corporate or M&A matters.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail for managing transaction documents.
• Comfortable collaborating in a fast-moving deal environment.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys on corporate transactions including mergers and acquisitions.
• Coordinate due diligence by gathering and organizing company records.
• Manage virtual data rooms and document indexing for active deals.
• Prepare transaction checklists and corporate documentation.
• Compile and review capitalization tables for equity ownership.
• Coordinate signature collection and distribute executed documents.
• Assist with SEC submissions and regulatory filings.
• Maintain communication with opposing counsel during transactions.
• Prepare closing binders and maintain transaction records.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Microsoft Office proficiency

Document management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

iManage

Job description

Overview

A top-tier global law firm is seeking a Paralegal to join the team in support of the Mergers & Acquisitions practice group in New York City.

Who You Are

• You have a bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of paralegal experience supporting corporate or M&A matters at a law firm
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail when managing large volumes of transaction documents
• Comfortable collaborating with attorneys, clients, and external advisors in a fast-moving deal environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and document management platforms such as iManage
• Able to manage confidential information and work extended hours when transaction activity requires

What You’ll Do

• Support attorneys on corporate transactions including mergers, acquisitions, investments, joint ventures, and restructurings
• Coordinate due diligence by collecting, reviewing, and organizing company records and transaction materials
• Manage virtual data rooms and maintain structured document indexing for active deals
• Prepare transaction checklists, corporate documentation, and merger subsidiary formations
• Compile and review capitalization tables and related equity ownership schedules
• Coordinate signature collection and distribute executed documents to deal teams
• Assist with preparation and filing of SEC submissions and other required regulatory or stock exchange notices
• Maintain communication with opposing counsel and outside advisors during the transaction process
• Prepare closing binders, maintain transaction records, and assist with post-closing tasks
• Contribute to internal reporting, transaction libraries, and team operational support

What Success Looks Like

• Transaction documents are organized, accurate, and easy for deal teams to access
• Due diligence materials and regulatory filings are completed efficiently and on schedule
• Signature coordination, document distribution, and closing preparation occur without delays
• Internal transaction records and reporting remain current and well maintained

Salary Range: $100,000 – 118,000 annually, based on experience

Location: New York, NY – Hybrid

Gainor is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Gainor are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, national origin, immigration status, marital or familial status, citizenship status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, reproductive health decision making, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic or status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.