Rising M&A & Private Equity Associate (2–4y)

Greenberg Traurig, LLP; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenberg Traurig, LLP in Fort Lauderdale seeks a junior Corporate Associate (2–4 years) in the M&A and private equity practice. The role offers broad exposure to domestic and international transactions with clients across industries, and involves substantive drafting, due diligence, and client contact through closing.

You will work on acquisition agreements, lead workstreams, coordinate with tax and real estate teams, and assist with closing deliverables in a fast-paced, high-volume practice.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Florida Bar or willingness to become admitted promptly.
• 2–4 years of M&A, private equity, and general corporate experience.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and project management skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a high-volume practice.
• Motivated candidate with strong interpersonal skills, a high degree of maturity, and a proven willingness to accept significant responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating acquisition agreements and ancillary agreements for complex M&A and private equity transactions.
• Leading critical transaction workstreams, with guidance from senior lawyers, such as due diligence (including matters involving representations and warranties insurance).
• Coordinating with tax, employee benefits, real estate, and other internal and external specialists.
• Working directly with clients on these workstreams.
• Assisting with closing preparations, including drafting closing deliverables and ensuring post-closing obligations are met.

Skills

Drafting

Negotiation

Project management

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Maturity

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Greenberg Traurig, LLP in Fort Lauderdale seeks a junior Corporate Associate (2–4 years) in the M&A and private equity practice. The role offers broad exposure to domestic and international transactions with clients across industries, and involves substantive drafting, due diligence, and client contact through closing.

You will work on acquisition agreements, lead workstreams, coordinate with tax and real estate teams, and assist with closing deliverables in a fast-paced, high-volume practice.