Corporate Associate - Private Equity

Job Description

Job Description

Corporate Associate – Private Equity, M&A & Capital Markets

New York (with flexibility for SF, LA, Chicago, Palo Alto)

Compensation : $250,000 – $373,000 (DOE + Bonus)

JD Class Years : 2018 and earlier

Looking to elevate your corporate career with a premier AmLaw Top 50 firm? This elite global firm is seeking experienced corporate associates to join its nationally recognized Corporate & Financial Services team , known for its high-impact work, collaborative culture, and rapid paths to responsibility.

You’ll work directly with market-leading partners and clients on sophisticated private equity , M&A , and capital markets transactions across a range of industries—from tech and finance to energy and healthcare.

Why You’ll Love This Role :

Substantive work from day one : No waiting in the wings—take the lead on due diligence, negotiations, closings, and deal structuring with full partner and client access.

Deal diversity : From multibillion-dollar mergers to cutting-edge growth equity investments, your deal sheet will be stacked with high-value transactions.

National platform : While the role is based in NY , you’ll have the option to sit in SF, LA, Chicago, or Palo Alto , with a unified team culture across offices.

Top-tier reputation : Join one of the most respected corporate practices in the country, where high performance and mentorship go hand-in-hand.

You’re a Fit If You Have :

3+ years of corporate transactional experience (AmLaw or boutique firm preferred)

Strong exposure to private equity , M&A , and / or capital markets

Proven ability to lead due diligence , draft and negotiate deal documents, and manage closings

A JD from a top-tier law school and strong academic credentials

A proactive, team-oriented mindset with a hunger for responsibility and growth

This is a rare chance to step into a role that offers not just prestige, but purpose. If you're ready to level up your corporate legal career while working alongside some of the sharpest minds in the business, let’s talk.

Reach out to learn more!