Private Equity Associate – Chicago

TPO search; Illinois; On-site; USD 235,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Strong bonus potential

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

A leading global law firm is seeking a Private Equity Associate for its Chicago office. Candidates must have 2-6 years of M&A and private equity experience and possess a JD from an accredited law school, with strong analytical, drafting, and negotiation skills. The role involves advising clients on high-profile transactions, leading negotiations, and managing multiple deals in a hybrid work environment with competitive compensation and strong bonus potential.

Qualifications

• 2–6 years of private equity and M&A experience at an AmLaw 100 or equivalent firm.
• Admitted to practice in Illinois.
• Commercially minded and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on high-value M&A and PE transactions.
• Lead drafting and negotiation of complex deals.
• Manage multiple deals with stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Job description

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A leading global law firm is seeking a Private Equity Associate to join its Chicago office. This is a confidential search for an accomplished M&A/PE attorney with 2–6 years of experience at a top‑tier firm. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of leading complex private equity and M&A transactions and is ready to take their career to the next level in a high‑profile, client‑facing role.

Salary Range: $235,000 – $420,000, dependent on experience and market location.

The Role

• Advise strategic buyers, sellers, and private equity clients on high‑value M&A and PE transactions.
• Lead drafting, negotiation, and due diligence across complex, often cross‑border deals.
• Work alongside market‑leading partners and a globally connected team of corporate lawyers.
• Manage multiple deals and coordinate across internal and external stakeholders.

Candidate Profile

• 2–6 years of private equity and M&A experience at an AmLaw 100 or equivalent firm.
• JD from an accredited law school; admitted to practice in Illinois.
• Excellent analytical, drafting, and negotiation skills.
• Commercially minded, proactive, and able to manage complex transactions independently.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work collaboratively.

Why This Opportunity

• Work on high‑profile transactions in Chicago’s dynamic market and beyond.
• Access to global resources, sophisticated clients, and multi‑jurisdictional deals.
• Hybrid work environment balancing collaboration and autonomy.
• Competitive compensation and benefits with strong bonus potential.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Freddie at [e-mail].