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M&A Associate

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In-Office
New York, NY, USA
310K-420K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
New York, NY, USA
310K-420K Annually
Senior level
Handle mergers and acquisitions, private equity, divestitures, and joint venture transactions for private equity funds, institutional investors, and strategic companies. Responsibilities include leading transactions, drafting definitive agreements, and managing all aspects of deals. Candidates must have Big Law experience and admission to the New York Bar.
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The Opportunity

Our New York office is looking to hire a fourth – seventh year M&A/PE associate with big law experience. The role involves working on acquisitions, divestitures and joint ventures for private equity funds, institutional investors and strategic companies.  Ideal candidates should have experience leading transactions, drafting definitive agreements, and managing all aspects of a deal.  Applicants must be admitted to the New York Bar.
We are committed to attracting the most talented people and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives.  We see this as essential to our success, including our ability to innovate and achieve sustained high performance.  This is a key part of our Values – Human, Bold, and Outstanding.
Compensation:
Exact compensation may vary based on skills and experience and salary range is $310,000 – $420,000.

Team

Corporate

Working Pattern

Full time

Location

New York

Contract type

Permanent Contract

We are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives. We see this as essential to our success, including our ability to innovate and achieve sustained high performance. This is a key part of our Values—Human, Bold, and Outstanding.

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer is an equal opportunity employer. The firm is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives. The firm does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, mental or physical handicap or disability, age, citizenship status, alienage, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression or any other criteria prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law.

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