CareerPlan

Public Company M&A Associate (New York)

New York, NYFull-time$310k–$390k2026-08-27 → 2026-11-12
Hybrid · United States

Core

Associate in the corporate group executing merger and acquisitions transactions for public companies, focusing on drafting principal acquisition agreements and direct negotiation.

Role type

Associate, M&A lawyer (public company transactions)

Builds

Principal acquisition agreements and complex M&A transactions for public companies

Domain

Law / Mergers & Acquisitions

Required skills

Legal research, legal writing, contract drafting, negotiation, client relationship management, compliance with legal standards, strategic thinking

Preferred skills

Experience with big law firms, strong academic background, ability to work under pressure

Technologies

Legal research databases, contract management systems

Responsibilities

Conduct legal research and analysis for transaction preparation; Draft acquisition agreements, briefs, and correspondence; Manage complex transactions from inception to resolution; Build and maintain client relationships; Collaborate on transaction strategies; Participate in negotiations and closings

Seniority

Associate, mid-level IC