M&A Associate (3rd-5th Year)

Overview

A leading US law firm is seeking a Mid-Level M&A Associate (3rd–5th year) to join its Bay Area corporate team. The role sits within a highly active M&A and private equity practice, advising on sophisticated transactions for leading sponsors and strategic clients.

This opportunity offers exposure to top-tier Bay Area M&A partners and high-profile transactions, making it an excellent platform for associates looking to build credible partner-track M&A experience in one of the most important corporate markets in the US.

What You’ll Do

• Advise clients on public and private mergers and acquisitions and private equity transactions.
• Support the full lifecycle of deals from structuring through signing and closing.
• Draft and negotiate key transaction documents including purchase agreements and ancillary documentation.
• Conduct and manage legal due diligence processes.
• Work closely with partners and cross-practice teams on complex transactional matters.
• Gain significant client exposure on sophisticated Bay Area transactions.

About You

• 3rd–5th year associate with strong M&A and/or private equity transactional experience.
• Experience handling sophisticated deal documentation and managing workstreams on transactions.
• Strong academic credentials and training from a leading law firm.
• Excellent drafting, organisational and communication skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced transactional environment.

Working Environment

• Hybrid working model with a strong in-office culture typical of leading Bay Area M&A teams.
• Collaborative deal teams with significant partner interaction.

Why Apply?

• Work directly with top-tier Bay Area M&A partners on sophisticated transactions.
• Exposure to a highly active corporate deal flow.
• Excellent platform for associates seeking long-term M&A career development and partner-track experience.
• Opportunity to build a strong profile within a core US corporate market.

The Process

• Two-stage interview process including a competency-based assessment.

Ready to take the next step?

If you are an M&A Associate seeking to develop your career, apply today.