Private Equity Associate

Considine Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Considine Search's New York office is seeking a lateral associate with 3–6 years of experience in private equity and corporate practice. The ideal candidate will handle M&A transactions, draft agreements, and advise on corporate governance.

Responsibilities include managing transactions, leading diligence workstreams, and overseeing junior associates. Strong drafting and negotiation skills, along with a commercial mindset and client interaction experience, are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience at a BIG law firm, especially in private equity or M&A.
• Proven ability to manage transaction components independently.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in acquisitions, dispositions, and related transactions.
• Draft and negotiate transaction documents.
• Lead diligence workstreams and manage deal timelines.
• Advise clients on corporate governance and business matters.
• Supervise junior associates as necessary.

Skills

Experience in private equity

M&A transaction management

Strong drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Client interaction

Education

Strong academic credentials

Admission to practice in New York

Job description

Our clients New York office is seeking a lateral associate with 3–6 years of experience to join their private equity / corporate practice. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience handling M&A and private equity transactions, strong drafting and negotiation skills, and the ability to manage deal work independently in a fast-paced environment. Recent lateral postings in New York for similar roles emphasize midlevel experience, transaction management, and direct client contact.

Key responsibilities

• Represent private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, and strategic buyers in acquisitions, dispositions, minority investments, recapitalizations, and related corporate transactions.
• Draft and negotiate purchase agreements, disclosure schedules, ancillary documents, equity commitment letters, and other transaction documents.
• Lead diligence workstreams, coordinate closing processes, and manage deal timelines.
• Advise clients on corporate governance, structuring, and general business matters.
• Work closely with partners, clients, lenders, and opposing counsel throughout the transaction.
• Supervise junior associates and support staff as appropriate.

Candidate profile

• 3–6 years of relevant experience at a BIG law firm, preferably in private equity, M&A, leveraged finance, or general corporate practice.
• Strong academic credentials and admission to practice in New York or eligibility for admission.
• Proven ability to run components of transactions with limited supervision.
• Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills.
• A commercial mindset, strong work ethic, and comfort with direct client interaction.

Preferred background

• Experience representing private equity sponsors in middle-market or upper-market deals.
• Familiarity with leveraged buyouts, equity rollovers, and management incentive equity.
• Exposure to financing transactions or fund-related matters.
• Prior experience at a large or nationally recognized firm.