Mid-Level Corporate & Private Equity Associate

About the role

The Corporate and Private Equity Department at McGuireWoods is seeking an Associate to support its growing practice. This position can be based in either our Dallas or Pittsburgh office.

Responsibilities

• Lead M&A transactions from start to finish, including drafting and negotiating complex transactional documents.
• Work with innovative technology platforms such as Harvey AI to enhance research, document drafting, and analytical work.
• Collaborate with a large, national platform to further expand the private equity department.

Requirements

• 3 - 6 years of experience in mergers and acquisitions, with a preference for private equity-led M&A transactions or acquisitions for private equity funds.
• A strong academic record.
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills.
• The ability to work independently with clients and colleagues.
• A willingness and desire to work with innovative technology platforms.
• Pennsylvania bar is required.

Qualifications

We are looking for candidates who demonstrate a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation. Our attorneys are part of a dynamic team that values continuous learning and professional development.

Skills

• Strong academic record.
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills.
• The ability to work independently with clients and colleagues.
• Experience in private equity-led M&A transactions or acquisitions for private equity funds.
• Willingness and desire to work with innovative technology platforms.

Benefits

McGuireWoods offers a competitive salary, billable hours credit for pro bono work, and opportunities for merit bonuses and billable hours credit. We also provide a range of benefits including:

• Continual support for career advancement.
• Access to cutting-edge technology platforms like Harvey AI.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Pay

Competitive salary with opportunities for merit bonuses and billable hours credit.

Schedule

Flexible schedule with opportunities for remote work.

Contact

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter via the Search Firm Portal. For questions or access to the portal, please contact the appropriate Attorney Recruiting Manager.