Mid-Senior Level Private Equity Associate

Location: New York

About the Firm

The firm is a leading law firm with over 325 lawyers across offices in Columbus, Chicago, DuPage County, New York, Indianapolis, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C. It is committed to fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive work environment. The firm focuses on professional growth, work-life balance, and providing excellent service to clients. As an AM Law 200 firm, it offers the resources of a large organization with the collegial atmosphere of a smaller office.

Job Description

The firm is seeking a mid to senior-level private equity attorney to join its New York office. The successful candidate will work with the Private Equity team, representing middle market and lower middle market private equity funds, family offices, and independent sponsors in various investment strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as responsible attorney on M&A transactions
• Collaborate across practice groups and offices
• Engage in business development activities
• Receive training opportunities with increasing levels of responsibility

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice since 2020 or earlier
• Law firm experience with private equity transactions and direct client interaction
• Excellent law school and undergraduate credentials
• Strong business acumen (undergraduate degree in business preferred)
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Team-oriented with keen interest in relationship building
• Highly motivated self-starter
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Experience working with diverse cultures and backgrounds

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary range: $240,000 - $375,000 (dependent on experience)
• Quality benefit programs
• Workplace flexibility
• One-on-one career coaching and professional development opportunities
• 16 weeks paid family leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement
• Access to free breastmilk shipping and backup child/elder care services
• Wellness Activities Program and fitness center reimbursements
• Confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career Growth

The firm hires lawyers with the expectation of progression to partnership, with initial eligibility after six years. Its two-tier partnership structure and compensation system promotes teamwork rather than competition. The firm provides transparency regarding career progression and offers resources for professional development throughout your career.

How to Apply

Please submit your application including:

• Resume listing all significant and relevant experiences
• Representative deal sheet
• Cover letter

Candidates must have permanent authorization to work in the United States.

The firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a participant in The Diversity Lab's Mansfield Rule 4.0.