Mergers & Acquisitions Clearance Assistant

About Kirkland & Ellis

At Kirkland & Ellis, we don’t just meet the standard for legal excellence — we set it. Our culture is built on teamwork, ingenuity and an unwavering commitment to continuous growth. We tackle the most sophisticated legal challenges with bold ideas and innovative solutions, powered by the exceptional experience and ambition of our 7,000+ people, including 4,000+ attorneys, across 24 offices worldwide. Our dedicated professionals share our lawyers’ commitment to excellence and show up each day to do meaningful work that helps drive global business, investment and innovation forward.

Key Responsibilities

• Transaction & Regulatory Filing Support
• Aid in preparing and filing Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) Premerger Notification and Report Forms
• Research and validate company information, industry classifications, and regulatory data
• Prepare, organize, and review filing exhibits and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness
• Draft client information requests and assist with collecting required transaction data
• Maintain filing trackers, templates, and status reports
• Team & Client Coordination
• Coordinate with attorneys, legal staff, and transaction teams throughout the filing process
• Compile and distribute filing packages in electronic formats
• Assist with drafting correspondence related to regulatory filings
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, and internal stakeholders
• International Filing Support
• Assist with gathering sales and business information for multinational competition filings
• Maintain country-by-country sales tracking spreadsheets and supporting documentation
• Document & Records Management
• Organize and maintain regulatory filing records and precedent files within the firm's document management system
• Archive correspondence, filings, government notices, and related transaction materials
• Track active, completed, and terminated matters

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor's degree required
• Strong interest in mergers & acquisitions, corporate law, regulatory compliance, or antitrust matters
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly: Excel, Word, Outlook
• Experience with Adobe Acrobat
• Experience using document management systems preferred
• Database experience (Access or similar) is a plus

What Will Make You Successful

• Highest level of detail orientation and quality focus
• Comfortable handling complex information and conducting research
• Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• A strong communicator who builds positive relationships with colleagues and clients
• Adaptable and effective under tight deadlines
• Motivated to learn and develop expertise in transaction and regulatory processes

Why Join Us?

• Gain hands-on experience supporting sophisticated M&A transactions
• Work closely with experienced attorneys and legal professionals
• Develop specialized expertise in antitrust and competition law
• Join a collaborative, high-performing team environment with opportunities for professional growth

Compensation

The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in New York. This range may differ based on your geographic location and cost of living considerations. At Kirkland & Ellis, we consider compensation more than just a base salary. We offer an exceptional range of flexible benefits including comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and retirement. We also offer personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities all designed to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work.

Compensation Range

New York: $58,000 - $80,000

How to Apply

Thank you for your interest in Kirkland & Ellis LLP. To complete an application and submit your resume, please click "Apply Now." Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others at Kirkland.