Managing Associate – M&A / Private Equity

Opportunity

A premier international law firm seeks a Managing Associate to join its highly ranked M&A and Private Equity team. The position offers the chance to work on high-profile, fast-paced domestic and cross-border deals alongside market-leading partners and blue-chip clients in tech, energy, and financial sectors.

Key Highlights

• Play a lead role on M&A and PE transactions, including deal structuring, due diligence, and negotiations
• Collaborate with a close-knit, high-performing team across coasts and internationally
• Deep exposure to both sponsor- and target-side representations in complex deals
• Direct client contact and mentorship from top-ranked partners
• Consistent deal flow from one of the most active M&A practices globally

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 5–6 years of M&A/private equity experience at a leading law firm
• Strong academic background and JD from a top-tier law school
• Licensed (or eligible) in NY or CA, depending on location
• Solid deal sheet reflecting a mix of public and private M&A
• Confident communicator and team-oriented mindset

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $365K – $390K, plus discretionary annual bonus
• Comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
• Mental health & wellness resources
• 401(k) with firm match, HSA/FSA options
• Short/long-term disability, life, long-term care, and pet insurance
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) & 12+ paid holidays
• Generous parental leave & family support
• Ongoing training, business development coaching, and CLE

Contact

To apply for this opportunity, please click the “Apply” button or email your resume, transcript, and deal sheet to freddie@thepeopleof.co.uk