Senior Associate - Private Equity Associate →

Norm Law, LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with employer match

Top-tier insurance coverage (health, dental, vision)

Relocation reimbursement

Job summary

Norm Law, LLP is seeking an Associate in the Private Equity group in New York City to work on high-impact deals using AI agents for drafting and diligence. The candidate will collaborate with partners and technology teams to enhance legal service delivery.

The ideal candidate holds a Juris Doctor, has 4-6 years of private equity experience, and possesses strong drafting and communication skills. A competitive salary ranging from $260,000 to $380,000 is on offer, along with comprehensive benefits including relocation reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 4-6 years of experience in private equity transactions.
• Strong drafting and communication skills.
• Interest in applying technology to enhance traditional deal workflows.
• No prior AI or technical experience required.

Responsibilities

• Leverage AI agents to generate and review legal documents.
• Conduct rapid document reviews using AI tools.
• Integrate AI agents into workflow management processes.
• Partner with clients to improve deal workflows with AI.
• Work closely with technology teams to enhance transaction efficiency.

Skills

Document Drafting & Review

Due Diligence

Deal Execution

Client Advisory

Collaboration with Tech

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

This Role

As an Associate in our Private Equity group, you will work on high-impact deals while using AI agents to streamline the drafting, diligence, and execution process. You’ll collaborate closely with partners, clients, and technology teams to deliver efficient, precise, and data-driven legal services.

Our practice embraces the use of AI to reduce administrative burden and increase your ability to focus on strategic legal judgment and client engagement.

In this role, you’ll support:

• Document Drafting & Review: Leverage AI agents to generate, compare, and redline offering memoranda, purchase agreements, board materials, disclosure documents, and regulatory filings.

• Due Diligence: Use AI tools to conduct rapid document reviews, identify key terms in documents, and generate client-facing memos of complex due diligence materials.

• Deal Execution: Integrate AI agents into workflow management, signing and closing checklists, and coordination with counterparties.

• Client Advisory: Partner with clients to demonstrate how AI-assisted workflows improve accuracy, transparency, and deal velocity.

• Collaboration with Tech: Work closely with the technology teams to continue to make the deal process even more efficient using AI.

Skills & Experience:

• Juris Doctor (JD); active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 4-6 years of experience in private equity transactions.
• Strong drafting and communication skills; meticulous attention to detail.
• Interest in applying technology to enhance traditional deal workflows.
• No prior AI or technical experience required.

What Success Looks Like:

• 30 Days: Learn firm AI platforms; begin supporting deal teams using AI-enabled review and drafting.
• 60 Days: Independently manage discrete components of deals with AI support.
• 90 Days: Lead AI-augmented workstreams in live transactions, improving efficiency and accuracy in document management and closing processes.

Comp and Benefits

$260,000 - $380,000

The range displayed in this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salary for this position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including job-related skills (as uncovered during the interview process), experience, and relevant education or training. Please note that the compensation details listed here reflect the base salary only, and do not include equity or benefits. We offer a competitive salary along with equity compensation. Our comprehensive benefits package includes a 401(k) plan with an employer match. Employees enjoy top-tier insurance coverage, encompassing health, dental, hospital, accident, and vision plans. For candidates needing to relocate to NYC, we provide relocation reimbursement. You'll thrive in our fast-paced learning environment where professional growth is constant.