Sr. Associate Corporate (Mergers & Acquisitions / Private Equity

Job Description

Job Description

Associate — Corporate (Mergers & Acquisitions / Private Equity — Senior Level)

Location : Los Angeles

Practice : Mergers & Acquisitions / Private Equity

Experience : Minimum 5 years

Type : Full-Time

Direct Counsel represents an Amlaw 100 firm seeking a highly qualified Senior Corporate Associate to join its Mergers & Acquisitions / Private Equity Practice in the Los Angeles office. This is an excellent opportunity to work on sophisticated, high-value transactions alongside a market-leading team advising global businesses and investors.

Key Responsibilities :

Advise clients on complex M&A and private equity transactions , including acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, and other strategic deals.

Draft, review, and negotiate purchase agreements, shareholder agreements, joint venture agreements, and ancillary contracts .

Lead due diligence processes and provide analysis on corporate structures and risk assessment.

Work closely with partners and senior leadership on deal strategy and execution .

Develop and maintain strong client relationships, with opportunities for increased leadership and responsibility.

Qualifications :

Minimum of 5 years of experience in mergers & acquisitions and / or private equity.

Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills .

Excellent academic credentials.

Ability to manage multiple complex transactions simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Admission to the California Bar , or eligibility to practice in California.