Jobs · Finance · South Carolina

Midlevel Corporate M&A Associate

K&L Gates · Charleston, SC · 2 wk ago
On-siteFinance$205k–$340k/yrFull-time

About the role

The ideal candidate will have three to five years of Corporate M&A experience, with private equity transaction experience preferred. Candidates will work closely with experienced lawyers who will provide active mentoring and opportunities to assume increasing levels of responsibility and client contact. Candidates must be self-starters who possess the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

  • Draft, review, and negotiate merger agreements, stock purchase agreements, asset purchase agreements, letters of intent, and related documents.
  • Manage and close M&A and related transactions.
  • Conduct legal due diligence.
  • Understand and advise on representation and warranty insurance underwriting and related issues.
  • Provide advice on general corporate/entity matters and business matters.

Requirements

  • Strong academic credentials.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • A commitment to providing the highest quality client service.

Qualifications

  • Private equity experience is a plus.
  • Experience with partnership agreements, joint ventures, and limited liability company operating agreements.
  • Meaningful responsibility for managing and closing M&A and related transactions.

Skills

  • Strong M&A experience.
  • Experience with partnership agreements, joint ventures, and limited liability company operating agreements.
  • Ability to manage and close M&A and related transactions.
  • Knowledge of legal due diligence processes.
  • Understanding of representation and warranty insurance underwriting.
  • Ability to advise on general corporate/entity matters and business matters.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive suite of benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

Base Compensation $205,000 - $340,000 / year

The compensation salary for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors.

Schedule

Full-time

Notice

We participate in E-Verify in certain Firm locations for purposes of verifying employment eligibility. Please be advised that this position requires successful completion of a background check. In accordance with the Washington State Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act, and applicable law qualified California and Washington State applicants with criminal history records will be considered. A criminal history will not categorically exclude a candidate from employment, and the Firm will consider relevant factors before making employment decisions based on criminal history information. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.

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