Mid-Level M&A/PE Associate

About the Role

Join a corporate services group at a mid-sized law firm as a mid-level M&A and private equity associate. You will lead transactions from due diligence through closing while also advising clients on general corporate matters and working directly with clients.

What You'll Do

• Run M&A transactions end-to-end, from due diligence through closing.

• Draft and negotiate purchase agreements, merger agreements, financing documents, and other transactional documents.

• Manage due diligence processes and support private equity sponsors and portfolio companies throughout the investment lifecycle.

• Advise clients on entity formations, corporate structuring, and ongoing corporate matters.

• Work closely with partners and take on direct client-facing responsibility.

What We're Looking For

• Four to eight years of M&A and private equity transactional experience at a law firm, with the ability to independently run deals.

• A Juris Doctor degree and experience managing multiple matters and client relationships in a law firm setting.

• Experience with private equity-sponsored transactions, due diligence, and drafting and negotiating purchase or merger agreements.

• Admission to practice in Missouri, or willingness to obtain Missouri admission.

• General corporate experience, such as entity formation and structuring; debt financing, equity structuring, or cross-border experience is also relevant.

• U.S. work authorization. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary: $205,000 to $285,000 annually.

Location

Hybrid role based in St. Louis, Missouri, with four days per week in the office. Chicago-based candidates with Missouri ties may also be considered.