Private Equity Associate (Mid-Senior Level)

Icemiller; New York (NY); On-site; USD 315,000 - 375,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Retirement programs

Career coaching and professional development

Supportive mentorship culture

Job summary

Ice Miller seeks a mid to senior-level associate to join our private equity practice group in New York. Candidates should have 5-8 years of experience, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative mindset.

You will handle M&A transactions, gaining hands-on experience while benefiting from a supportive firm culture. Ice Miller offers competitive compensation, quality benefits, and one-on-one career coaching in a collegial environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience practicing law in a law firm or in-house environment.
• Active law license in New York.
• Permanent authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key team member on M&A transactions.
• Guide clients through complex deals from start to finish.
• Participate in business development and training.

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Analytical skills

Team-oriented mentality

Strong business judgment

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Ice Miller seeks a mid to senior-level associate to join our private equity practice group in New York. Ideal candidates will have five (5) to eight (8) years of experience.

About the Role

Successful candidates will work with middle-market private equity funds, independent sponsors, and family offices in leveraged buyouts and with family-owned businesses and entrepreneurs in connection with sell-side M&A transactions. Candidates must have excellent written and oral communication skills, a team-oriented mentality, and be motivated self-starters with strong law school credentials and references.

Responsibilities

In this position, you will serve as a key team member and gain hands‑on experience as the responsible attorney on M&A transactions, guiding clients through complex deals from start to finish. You'll collaborate closely with colleagues across practice groups and offices, benefiting from the deep bench and broad resources of an AM Law 200 firm while still enjoying the collegial, tight-knit culture of a small office. We’re committed to your growth, offering structured training and increasing responsibility to match your development. With a clear path for advancement and active encouragement to participate in business development, you’ll have the opportunity to shape both your practice and your future.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials
• At least five (5) years of experience practicing law in a law firm and in‑house environment
• Active law license in New York
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Excellent analytical skills and business judgment
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Must have permanent authorization to work in the United States

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation in a collegial, mid‑size firm environment
• Quality benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement programs
• One‑on‑one career coaching and professional development programming
• A supportive culture centered on mentorship, advancement, and innovation
• The New York salary range for this position is $315,000 to $375,000 based on experience, plus opportunities for discretionary and hours‑based bonuses

Ice Miller LLP embraces a collaborative, welcoming, and growth‑focused work environment. To maintain our culture, we are committed to building an inclusive workplace where talented attorneys from all backgrounds serve our clients, focus on professional development, and perform to their highest potential. Ice Miller is an Equal Opportunity Employer.