Private Equity Associate

Location: Chicago, IL

Salary: $235K – $420K

Experience: 2–6 Years

A leading global law firm is seeking a Private Equity Associate to join its Chicago office. This is a confidential search for an accomplished M&A/PE attorney with 2–6 years of experience at a top-tier firm. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of leading complex private equity and M&A transactions and is ready to take their career to the next level in a high-profile, client-facing role.

Salary Range: $235,000–$420,000, dependent on experience and market location

The Role

  • Advise strategic buyers, sellers, and private equity clients on high-value M&A and PE transactions
  • Lead drafting, negotiation, and due diligence across complex, often cross-border deals
  • Work alongside market-leading partners and a globally connected team of corporate lawyers
  • Manage multiple deals and coordinate across internal and external stakeholders

Candidate Profile

  • 2–6 years of private equity and M&A experience at an AmLaw 100 or equivalent firm
  • JD from an accredited law school; admitted to practice in Illinois
  • Excellent analytical, drafting, and negotiation skills
  • Commercially minded, proactive, and able to manage complex transactions independently
  • Strong interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work collaboratively

Why This Opportunity

  • Work on high-profile transactions in Chicago’s dynamic market and beyond
  • Access to global resources, sophisticated clients, and multi-jurisdictional deals
  • Hybrid work environment balancing collaboration and autonomy
  • Competitive compensation and benefits with strong bonus potential

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How This Search Is Handled

We take a discreet, considered approach to every search. Your details will only be shared with the hiring firm once we have discussed the opportunity and received your permission to proceed. If this particular role isn't the right fit, we'll be transparent about that and keep you in mind for other opportunities that better align with your experience and ambitions.

Posted 24 Sep 2025 by Freddie Stroud, Director · Corporate & Real Estate

Salary:
$235K – $420K

Location:
Illinois

Discipline:
Corporate & M&A

Job Code:
Private Equity Associate – Chicago (Confidential)

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