Corporate Associate (3-6 years)
Corporate Associate (3-6 years)
Location(s): Chicago, IL
Salary Range: $250,000 – $375,000
Admission: Illinois
Schedule: 3 days/week Onsite
Client Size: 4,000+
Client Description:
Our client is a global law firm with 2500+ attorneys and 40+ locations across the world. They are consistently ranked among the top firms in the United States due to their innovative client strategies, focus on diversity and community impact. They offer a wide range of capabilities across practice areas and industries. They foster a supportive, stimulating environment that encourages collaboration, professionalism and trust.
Position Description:
Our client has an excellent opportunity for an M&A Associate to join the Corporate Practice of their Chicago office. The ideal candidate will have 3-6 years of significant experience in corporate transactions with an emphasis on M&A and private equity. Candidates must have a strong working knowledge of acquisition agreements and the other documentation used in complex M&A and private equity transactions and proficiency in drafting the same. This position requires a candidate with strong interpersonal skills, a high degree of maturity, and a proven willingness to accept significant responsibility and manage a challenging workload within a fast-paced environment. Strong academic credentials and writing skills are essential.
Additional Requirements:
- Well-versed in the mechanics of leading an M&A transaction from inception to closing; experience leading due diligence teams.
- General corporate and corporate governance experience.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team across practice areas and a willingness to train junior associates.
- Candidates must be admitted to the Illinois Bar or eligible for admission to the Illinois Bar.