Private Equity / M&A Associate Attorney

Interlink Talent Solutions; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 190,000 - 365,000; Full time

Job summary

Interlink Talent Solutions is seeking a Private Equity / M&A Associate Attorney in Boston, ideal for seasoned associates eager for meaningful responsibility. You will lead M&A deals, advising private equity sponsors, drafting critical agreements, and ensuring high-quality legal solutions in a collaborative environment. A Juris Doctor and relevant experience are essential to advance in this dynamic firm with a focus on professional growth.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience at a large law firm representing private equity sponsors and portfolio companies.
• Significant experience in M&A and private equity transactions.
• Exceptional drafting skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage private equity-backed M&A deals.
• Serve as a key point of contact for clients.
• Draft and negotiate complex agreements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Writing

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Education

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

Job description

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Interlink Talent Solutions provided pay range

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Base pay range

$190,000.00/yr - $365,000.00/yr

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Recruitment Consultant at Interlink Recruitment

Private Equity / M&A Associate Attorney

Base Salary Range: $190,000 – $365,000

A premier international law firm recognized for its client-first mindset and cutting-edge transactional work, is seeking a Private Equity / M&A Associate Attorney to join its highly regarded corporate practice in Boston. This position is ideal for a 4th–5th year associate who is eager to take on meaningful responsibility advising private equity sponsors and portfolio companies across a broad range of transactions.

The firm is widely respected for its collaborative culture, commitment to professional growth, and ability to offer attorneys the opportunity to work directly with sophisticated clients in fast-paced, high-impact matters.

This is a hybrid role, combining in-office and remote work flexibility.

Key Responsibilities:

In this role, you will lead and manage private equity-backed M&A deals and related corporate transactions. You’ll serve as a key point of contact for clients, working closely with business teams to provide strategic legal advice. Responsibilities include drafting and negotiating complex agreements—such as purchase agreements, merger agreements, and LLC/LP agreements—overseeing due diligence and deal execution, and collaborating across offices and practices to deliver high-quality legal solutions.

Key Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials
• 3–5 years of experience at a large law firm representing private equity sponsors and portfolio companies
• Significant experience in M&A and private equity transactions, including:
• Drafting and negotiating purchase and merger agreements, LLC and LP agreements, and ancillary deal documents
• Advising clients on the day-to-day transactional needs of private equity funds and their portfolio companies
• Exceptional drafting, writing, and analytical skills
• Strong organizational, verbal, interpersonal, and project management skills
• Business-oriented mindset with the ability to serve as an extension of the client team
• Admission to practice law in Massachusetts (or ability to obtain promptly)

If you are interested in this position, and you meet the requirements of the role, please click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Naomi Griffith for a confidential discussion.

Our advertisements use salary and experience as a guide only. Interlink Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer.

*Please Note: Due to the high volume of applications we are currently receiving we are unable to contact applicants who have been unsuccessful.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services and Law Practice

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