Midlevel Private Equity Associate
About the role
The ideal candidate will have four to six years of private equity experience, including the corporate aspects of acquisitions, dispositions, and day-to-day operations involving Private Equity portfolio companies. A Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree is required. The successful candidate will work with a variety of national and international clients, as well as with K&L Gates lawyers across the firm's global platform. Therefore, the ability to work flexible hours is critical.
Responsibilities
- Work closely with experienced lawyers to provide active mentoring and opportunities to assume increasing levels of responsibility and client contact.
- Work independently and as part of a team, possessing the ability to work as a self-starter.
- Provide high-quality client service.
Requirements
A Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree is required. The successful candidate will have four to six years of private equity experience, including the corporate aspects of acquisitions, dispositions, and day-to-day operations involving Private Equity portfolio companies.
Qualifications
Strong academic credentials, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to providing the highest quality client service are required.
Skills
The ideal candidate will possess strong legal skills, particularly in the area of private equity, and be able to work effectively with clients and colleagues.
Benefits
K&L Gates offers a comprehensive suite of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. These include:
- Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage (including a Health Savings Account feature)
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement plan
- Paid Time Off (Generally, paid time off is undefined with 3-4 weeks usually acceptable)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Professional Development and CLE Credit Opportunities
- Relocation
- Bereavement Leave
- Hybrid/Remote Work Opportunities
- Back-up Child/Elder Care and access to a caregiving concierge
- Technology, Entertainment, and Travel Discount Program
- Wellness Program
Pay
Base Compensation $235,000 - $360,000 / year
Schedule
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.
Benefits
K&L Gates offers our Associates a comprehensive suite of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time Associates include:
- Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage (including a Health Savings Account feature)
- Pre-tax Commuting Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Business Travel Accident Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement plan
- Health Advocacy Services
- Short- and Long-term Disability Protection
- Identity Protection/Restoration and Fraud Insurance
- Life Insurance (including Basic, Supplemental, Spouse, Child, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment)
- Student loan refinancing options and access to a student loan concierge service
- Paid Time Off (Generally, paid time off is undefined with 3-4 weeks usually acceptable)
- Addiction Resources
- Parental Leave (24 weeks of which 12 are paid; short-term disability may provide additional paid time off)
- Paid Holidays (12)
- Employees also may be eligible to receive bonuses and certain expense reimbursements
- Family Building Benefits
- Pro Bono Opportunities
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Professional Development and CLE Credit Opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program
- Bar Expense Reimbursement
- 529 Deductions
- Relocation
- Accident Insurance
- Balanced Hours Program
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Employee Referral Program
- Bereavement Leave
- Hybrid/Remote Work Opportunities
- Back-up Child/Elder Care and access to a caregiving concierge
- Perks including: Technology, Entertainment, and Travel Discount Program
- Wellness Program
- All other benefits (such as leaves of absence) required by law
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Firm is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Firm that employment decisions shall be based on merit, qualifications and competence. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of a person’s race (including traits associated with race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles such as afros, braids, locks, and twists), religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, gender, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, familial status, domestic violence victim status, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy governs all aspects of employment including, without limitation, recruiting, hiring, compensation, benefits, promotion, assignment, and dismissal. In addition, it is the Firm’s policy to provide an environment that is free of prohibited harassment of any kind including, without limitation, that which is based on sex, race, age, disability, ethnic background, or any other category protected by law (including the categories listed above). The Firm complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact askHR@klgates.com.