Corporate, M&A & Securities Mid-Level Associate Attorney

About the role

A leading international law firm is seeking a talented mid‑level Corporate, M&A and Securities Associate to join its established transactional practice in Northern Virginia. The associate will play a meaningful role in complex M&A and private equity matters, including platform acquisitions, add‑on transactions, portfolio company governance and exits. The role offers the opportunity to develop deeper commercial judgment, strengthen client‑facing capabilities and assume increasing ownership of transactions. The practice combines sophisticated transactional work with a genuinely collaborative working environment, providing access to a broad international platform while retaining tangible opportunities to develop client relationships, expand deal experience and progress within the practice. For an associate looking to build a long‑term career in M&A and private equity, the position offers significant exposure to transactions throughout their lifecycle rather than limiting involvement to isolated components of a deal.

Responsibilities

• Play a meaningful role in complex M&A and private equity matters, including platform acquisitions, add‑on transactions, portfolio company governance and exits.
• Draft and negotiate acquisition agreements and the broader suite of transaction documents required to execute M&A and private equity deals.

Requirements

• 4–5 years of relevant corporate transactional experience, with a strong emphasis on M&A and private equity matters.
• JD from an ABA‑accredited law school and previous experience working in a law firm.
• Admission to the Virginia Bar or eligibility to waive into Virginia.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Commercial judgment and maturity required to manage relationships with internal stakeholders and external clients.

Skills

• Strong experience drafting and negotiating acquisition agreements and related M&A transaction documents.
• Understanding of private equity transactions and the investment lifecycle.
• Experience with middle‑market deal structures, ideally gained within a sophisticated national or international law firm environment.

Pay

The anticipated base salary range is $310,000–$365,000, depending on experience and qualifications. The position also offers bonus eligibility.

Benefits

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Schedule

The role operates on a hybrid basis, with an expectation of spending at least three business days per week in the office.