Private Equity Associate

About the Company

Our clients New York office is seeking a lateral associate with 3–6 years of experience to join their private equity / corporate practice.

About the Role

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience handling M&A and private equity transactions, strong drafting and negotiation skills, and the ability to manage deal work independently in a fast-paced environment. Recent lateral postings in New York for similar roles emphasize midlevel experience, transaction management, and direct client contact.

Responsibilities

• Represent private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, and strategic buyers in acquisitions, dispositions, minority investments, recapitalizations, and related corporate transactions.
• Draft and negotiate purchase agreements, disclosure schedules, ancillary documents, equity commitment letters, and other transaction documents.
• Lead diligence workstreams, coordinate closing processes, and manage deal timelines.
• Advise clients on corporate governance, structuring, and general business matters.
• Work closely with partners, clients, lenders, and opposing counsel throughout the transaction.
• Supervise junior associates and support staff as appropriate.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of relevant experience at a BIG law firm, preferably in private equity, M&A, leveraged finance, or general corporate practice.
• Strong academic credentials and admission to practice in New York or eligibility for admission.
• Proven ability to run components of transactions with limited supervision.
• Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills.
• A commercial mindset, strong work ethic, and comfort with direct client interaction.

Required Skills

• Experience representing private equity sponsors in middle-market or upper-market deals.
• Familiarity with leveraged buyouts, equity rollovers, and management incentive equity.
• Exposure to financing transactions or fund-related matters.
• Prior experience at a large or nationally recognized firm.

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Equal Opportunity Statement

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