Private Equity M&A – Junior Associate

Goodwin Procter LLP; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 190,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwin Procter LLP seeks a highly qualified 2025 associate to join our Private Equity group in New York. Candidates should have some experience or demonstrated interest in private M&A and growth equity transactions, with a basic understanding of diligence, ancillary workstreams, and organizing a signing/closing process.

Outstanding academic credentials, comparable law firm experience, and excellent written and verbal communication skills are expected.

Qualifications

• Experience in private M&A and growth equity transactions.
• Understanding of diligence, ancillary workstreams, and signing/closing process.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Bar admission or eligibility to obtain admission promptly.
• Strong academic credentials and comparable law firm experience.

Skills

Private equity

M&A experience

Communication

Client relations

Education

J.D. or equivalent

Job description

Goodwin seeks a highly qualified class of 2025 associate to join our Private Equity group. Candidates must have some experience or a demonstrated interest in private M&A and growth equity transactions with a basic understanding of the diligence process, ancillary workstreams, and organizing a signing/closing process. Candidates must exercise good judgment, communicate proactively, and effectively manage internal and external client and counsel relationships.

Candidates applying for associate positions with Goodwin should have outstanding academic credentials, comparable law firm experience, and excellent written and verbal communication skills. Relevant bar admission (or eligibility to obtain admission promptly) and deal sheet are required.

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