Junior to Midlevel Corporate Associate

We have been retained by an impressive, well-established, full-service, mid-sized law firm in Midtown Manhattan with a thriving cross-border corporate practice that seeks to hire a junior corporate associate (about 3 to 5 years of substantial, relevant experience) for a role focusing on mergers and acquisitions, finance, and general corporate matters.

Responsibilities

Manage mergers and acquisitions matters (approximately 40% of practice), from due diligence through closing; Support finance matters (approximately 40% of practice), including corporate finance, project finance, and banking transactions; Advise on general corporate matters (approximately 20% of practice), including entity formation, governance, and commercial contracts; Collaborate directly with partners and clients on active matters, gaining substantial hands-on experience

Requirements

Three to five years of experience in general corporate, M&A, corporate finance, project finance, or banking; J.D. from a top law school and Big Law or equivalent experience; Admission to the New York State Bar; Billable hour expectation of 1,700 to 2,000 hours

Nice to have

Demonstrated interest in international legal work

Benefits

A vibrant domestic and international practice with diverse matters; Hybrid schedule, with two days per week remote; A friendly, collaborative environment with sophisticated colleagues