PRIVATE EQUITY SR. ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Location: New York, NY

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Our client, a premier AmLaw 50 firm, is seeking a skilled Senior Associate Attorney to join its Private Equity Practice in New York. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on sophisticated mergers and acquisitions (M&A), leveraged recapitalizations, growth equity and venture capital transactions, and other complex corporate matters. The role offers the chance to collaborate with top-tier deal teams advising leading private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, and institutional investors in high-value transactions across diverse industries.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record
• Active Bar Admission in New York, in good standing, or eligibility to obtain admission promptly
• 5+ years of substantive experience in M&A, leveraged recapitalizations, growth equity, venture capital transactions, exits, and equity compensation matters
• Transactional Experience: Proven ability to lead key components of transactions while working collaboratively within deal teams
• Strong business acumen, client management skills, and a track record of building effective relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
• Prior experience at an AmLaw 100 or similarly sophisticated firm preferred
• Soft Skills: Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication abilities, with a proactive and detail-oriented approach to managing multiple complex matters in a fast-paced environment

Key Responsibilities

• Advise private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, and other clients on M&A, leveraged recapitalizations, and growth equity investments
• Draft, review, and negotiate transaction agreements, equity documents, and ancillary contracts
• Manage and execute multiple deal workstreams from structuring through closing, ensuring deadlines and client objectives are met
• Oversee due diligence processes and coordinate input from experts across practice areas
• Collaborate with partners, associates, and clients to develop creative, business-focused solutions to complex transactional challenges

Why Join Us?

This is a rare opportunity to join a market-leading Private Equity practice within a highly respected global law firm. You will gain exposure to high-profile transactions and work closely with premier clients on sophisticated deals, all while benefiting from the mentorship and collaborative culture of a top-tier practice. The firm’s investment in cutting-edge technology and professional development ensures that you will be supported in building a long-term, rewarding career.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Annual base salary is expected to start at $365,000+, depending on experience, qualifications, and market factors.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; 401(k) plan; paid maternal and paternal leave; generous vacation and time off; wellness initiatives; and commuter benefits.
• Additional Perks: Include pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, FSA/HSA accounts, Dependent Care FSA, long term care, Health Advocate, a range of reproductive health benefits, and a concierge program, among others.

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a resume, law school transcript, cover letter, and deal sheet for consideration.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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