PRIVATE EQUITY ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY (MID-LEVEL)
MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS
Location: Boston, MA
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Our client, a premier AmLaw 50 firm, is seeking a talented Mid-Level Associate Attorney to join its Private Equity Practice(link removed) This is a premier opportunity to advise top-tier private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, and institutional investors on complex, high-value transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, leveraged recapitalizations, growth equity and venture capital investments, and equity compensation matters. The role offers the chance to work alongside some of the industrys most accomplished practitioners in a dynamic, deal-driven environment.
Candidate Profile
JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record
Active Bar Admission in Massachusetts, in good standing, or eligibility to obtain admission promptly
3+ years of substantive experience in private equity and mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions
Demonstrated ability to manage significant components of transactions independently and collaborate effectively in team settings
Broad background in corporate and transactional matters, including M&A, leveraged recapitalizations, growth equity and venture capital transactions, exits, and equity compensation
Prior experience at an AmLaw 100 or similarly sophisticated firm required
Strong business acumen and client management skills, with the ability to build effective internal and external relationships
Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication abilities, with a proactive, detail-oriented approach in a fast-paced environment
Key Responsibilities
Advise private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, and institutional investors on complex M&A and related corporate transactions
Draft, review, and negotiate transaction agreements, equity documentation, and ancillary contracts
Lead and support deal workstreams from structuring through closing, ensuring alignment with client objectives and deadlines
Oversee due diligence processes and coordinate with cross-practice teams on regulatory, tax, and finance issues
Develop practical, business-focused solutions to complex transactional challenges in collaboration with partners and clients
Why Join Us?
This is an exceptional opportunity to join one of the nations most sophisticated Private Equity practices within a globally recognized firm. You will gain direct exposure to market-defining transactions and work closely with premier clients on high-profile, cross-border M&A deals that shape industries.
The firms elite platform, deep bench of top-tier practitioners, and commitment to professional development create an environment where attorneys thrive. Youll benefit from direct client interaction, hands-on deal experience, and structured mentorship designed to accelerate your growth and expand your influence in the private equity space.
For ambitious associates seeking to elevate their careers, this position offers the perfect balance of prestige, complexity, and collaborationbacked by a culture that prizes excellence, innovation, and long-term success.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive Compensation: Annual base salary is expected to start at $260,000+, 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 including preferred location, and deal sheet for consideration.
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer(link removed)>
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