Corporate M&A and Private Equity Associate Job in Chicago, IL Near Me - 354997 | BCGSearch.com

Corporate M&A and Private Equity Associate

Type Full-Time

Location Illinois - Chicago

Job ID CQ78354997

Experience Level Midlevel Associate

Job Experience Min. 3 - Max. 7 Years

Ranking 4 : Medium to Large Business $$$$

Estimated Salary Highest Salary Band in the Market

Practice Areas Corporate - M&ACorporate - Private Equity

2024-11-20 18:08:27

A law firm seeks a motivated Corporate M&A and Private Equity Associate to join its team in Chicago, IL. This position is ideal for a dedicated attorney with a strong foundation in corporate transactions, particularly in mergers, acquisitions, and private equity. The role involves working on sophisticated deals, providing strategic legal counsel, and collaborating with a dynamic legal team to deliver exceptional results for clients.

Duties:

  • Draft, review, and negotiate key agreements for mergers, acquisitions, and private equity transactions.
  • Conduct detailed due diligence to identify legal and regulatory risks, ensuring compliance with applicable laws.
  • Provide strategic advice to clients on structuring deals and managing corporate governance issues.
  • Work closely with interdisciplinary teams to execute complex transactions effectively.
  • Advise on compliance with federal and state regulations affecting corporate and transactional matters.
  • Monitor deal progress, ensuring deadlines and client expectations are met.

Requirements:

  • 3 to 7 years of experience handling mergers, acquisitions, and private equity transactions.
  • Exceptional research, analytical, and legal writing abilities.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and a client-focused mindset.
  • Ability to prioritize and handle multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.

Education:

  • Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications:

  • Admission to the Illinois Bar or eligibility for prompt admission.

Skills:

  • Expertise in transactional law, corporate governance, and deal structuring.
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent negotiation and client management capabilities.
  • Ability to work both collaboratively in a team setting and independently when required.

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Opportunities for ongoing professional development and continuing legal education.
  • A supportive, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

This AmLaw firm is well-known for their banking sector, representing all 10 U.S. bank holding companies. Specializing in its Latin America practice, this firm prioritizes and provides diversity and inclusion amongst its associates. This firm has also obtained numerous accolades including a perfect score through the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index for Best Place to Work for LGBT Equality two years in a row, Top 25 For Female Partners by The American Lawyer, and Top 60 Firms For Diversity by The American Lawyer's Diversity Scoreboard.

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