Mergers and Acquisitions Associate

Location: Atlanta, GA

Salary: $260K – $365K

Experience: 4–6 Years

Requirements

• 4 to 6 years of experience in complex M&A and corporate transactions.
• Substantive experience managing private equity transactions and private company M&A.
• Proven ability to handle equity and asset purchase agreements, due diligence, and transaction execution.
• Familiarity with client management, third-party advisor coordination, and cross-functional teamwork.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, analytical, and project management skills.
• Georgia Bar admission required or ability to become admitted.

About the Role

A leading AmLaw 100 firm is seeking a mid-level associate to join its nationally recognized M&A and Corporate Finance group in Atlanta. The team handles high-value transactions across a range of industries, with a focus on private equity and private target M&A. This is an opportunity to work directly with clients, investment bankers, and advisors on sophisticated deals with national and international scope.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support M&A transactions from inception through closing.
• Draft and negotiate equity and asset purchase agreements and ancillary documents.
• Conduct legal due diligence and summarize findings for clients.
• Manage deal timelines, coordinate with internal teams, and communicate with stakeholders.
• Provide actionable, strategic advice to clients based on business and legal considerations.
• Participate in business development and client relationship management.

Why Join?

Join a top-ranked M&A practice with global reach

Work directly with high-profile private equity clients

Gain hands-on deal experience and responsibility

Supportive, inclusive, and innovative firm culture

Competitive compensation and robust benefits

About the Firm

This AmLaw 100 firm has a truly global footprint and a collaborative, client-focused culture. Known for its high-level deal work and commitment to diversity and innovation, the firm offers its attorneys the opportunity to grow within a supportive and inclusive environment.

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