Private Equity M&A Associate — Lead Cross-Border Deals

Molina Executive Search; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 310,000 - 390,000; Full time

Job summary

A global law firm seeks a midlevel M&A and general corporate associate to advise private equity sponsors and portfolio companies on domestic and cross-border matters, from letters of intent through closing. The role requires 4–6 years of substantive M&A experience, a J.D., and Florida Bar admission or willingness.

You will lead transactions, supervise junior associates, and train teams while engaging with clients across healthcare, tech, infrastructure, manufacturing, hospitality, and financial

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school; Florida Bar admission or willingness to obtain.
• 4–6 years of substantive M&A and general corporate experience at a national or regional firm.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple transactions independently in a fast-paced practice.
• Cross-border transaction experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represent private equity sponsors and portfolio companies in M&A and other investment transactions, providing strategic legal advice throughout the deal.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex transaction documents, including letters of intent, asset and stock purchase agreements, merger agreements, and related documents.
• Manage transactions from inception through closing, including leading due diligence, coordinating work with tax, regulatory, finance, and litigation colleagues, and preparing closing deliverables.
• Participate in client meetings and calls, provide updates, and advise on deal strategy and post-closing obligations.
• Supervise and train junior associates on transaction teams.
• Draft private placement memoranda and subscription packages as needed.

Skills

Drafting

Negotiation

Project management

Multitask

Cross-border transactions

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

A global law firm seeks a midlevel M&A and general corporate associate to advise private equity sponsors and portfolio companies on domestic and cross-border matters, from letters of intent through closing. The role requires 4–6 years of substantive M&A experience, a J.D., and Florida Bar admission or willingness.

You will lead transactions, supervise junior associates, and train teams while engaging with clients across healthcare, tech, infrastructure, manufacturing, hospitality, and financial